Events Added to Library Schedule

Tuesday June 22 at 7:00 PM
Film Screening: Saved by Deportation
Saved by Deportation: An Unknown Odyssey of Polish Jews. As cruel as Stalin's deportations were, ultimately they largely saved Jewish lives, for the deportees constituted the overwhelming majority of Polish Jews who escaped the Nazi Holocaust. Anita Hotchkiss, who was deported with her family to Siberia, will be on hand to answer some questions.

Wednesday June 30 at 7:00 PM
Peter Simon: Through the Lens
For over 40 years, Peter Simon has documented some of the world’s most historic events from the protest-filled 1960’s, hippie communes, nude beaches and the New Age Movement to the greatest names in Rock n’ Roll, Reggae, Pop music; the action of Major League Baseball and the majesty of Martha’s Vineyard. Through his multimedia presentation, Simon speaks honestly about his photographic art, privileged background, alternative lifestyle explorations, and an addictive personality that finally got the better of him and affected his relationships with family and friends.

Tuesday July 6 at 7:00 PM
Susan Klein and Alan Brigish: Now & Zen
Renowned island storyteller Susan Klein and photographer Alan Brigish offer fresh impressions of the Island of Martha’s Vineyard through their new book Now and Zen. Susan, who grew up on the island, tells of the way it was. Alan, with a perceptive sense of the moment, shows the way it is. Join us as Susan spins her tale of the Vineyard and Alan mesmerizes us with his photography. A reception will follow their program and books will be available.

The library will be presenting a variety of special programs throughout the summer. Visit our website or stop in the library to view a detailed calendar of events.

Save With Museum Passes for MFA and ICA

Thanks to the Friends of the Vineyard Haven Public Library, we offer a variety of museum passes, available from the library circulation desk! This year, library passes have been made possible by generous donations from the community to the Friends Annual Appeal for the Library.

Passes to the Museum Of Fine Arts, Boston, are available through November 2010. Each pass admits 2 visitors at a reduced admission of $5.00 per person, payable at the museum. (Special exhibitions are $8.00 additional, no reservations). The MFA is always free for children under 7, and free to children ages 7-17 on weekdays after 3pm, weekends, and public school holidays.

Passes to the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston are available through September 2010. Each pass admits 2 visitors at a reduced admission of $5.00 per person, payable at the Museum.
Passes must be used during month specified. The ICA is always free to children 17 and under.

Recent Books by Local Authors

If you missed one of these authors' recent events at the library, you can still check out their books from CLAMS:

Susan Wilson: One Good Dog
Alan Brigish: Breathing in the Buddha
America According to Connor Gifford
Holly Nadler: Vineyard supernatural
William Marks: Written in water
Susan Klein and Alan Brigish: Martha's Vineyard Now and Zen

For information on upcoming programs, visit the Library Event Calendar.

Friends of the Library Present 1st Annual June Art Show

This June the Friends of the Vineyard Haven Public Library will host an exhibition featuring the work of more than 20 Vineyard artists. The exhibit will be on display during regular library hours from June 7th – June 19th.

Although the library has a collection of artworks that are displayed throughout the year, this is the first special exhibition sponsored by the Friends of the Library. It is planned to be an annual event. A reception will be held on Tuesday, June 8th, from 5-8pm. This event is free and open to the public.

Summer Book Sales at the Library

The Friends of the Library hold "mini" book sales at the library, from 1pm-3pm on the third Saturday of each month. The June sale will be held on Saturday, June 19th in the library garden (rain date June 26th).

Proceeds from these sales benefit library programs for children, and other library services supported by the Friends. Sales are also planned for Saturday, July 17th, and Saturday, August 21st, from 1pm-3pm.

The Friends of the Vineyard Haven Public Library is a volunteer organization that encourages public understanding of the Library's vital role in the community, supports activities for both adults and children, and provides various other volunteer services.

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This Value of Library Service Calculator was developed by the Massachusetts Library Association Legislative Committee.

Library eBook Collection Expanded

Dozens of new eBook titles have been added to the CLAMS Digital Download collection. Visit our download site at http://clamsnet.lib.overdrive.com/ and select the first featured list "New eBooks" to find the latest. Follow the link "Browse all eBooks" to see complete list of available titles (this appears under "Collections" on the Digital Download page). The website also features information on compatible portable eReader devices.