Steeped in Secrecy: The Boston Tea Party 250 Years Later

 

On the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party (December 16, 1773), learn about the brewing political problems tea presented in its history with Claire Evans, author of High Tea and the Lowdown. Then, genealogist and librarian Debra Dudek examines the history of the Boston Tea Party’s most famous partiers (and phonies), as well as how to trace bona fide participants through lineage societies and historical groups. Debra M. Dudek is Head of Adult and Teen Services at the Fountaindale Public Library District in Bolingbrook, IL. She holds a post graduate certificate in Genealogical, Palaeographic & Heraldic Studies from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. On Zoom only, please register here to get link. 

COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination Bus at MV High School on Sunday December 10th

 

The Vaccination Bus is Back!

Ônibus da Vacinação está de volta!

COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines for adults and children ages 6 months and up

COVID-19 e vacinas contra a gripe para adultos e crianças a partir de 6 meses de idade

Sunday, December 10th 2023

Domingo, 10 de dezembro de 2023

(9am-5pm) - (9h00 - 17h00)

Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School

100 Edgartown Vineyard Haven Rd

Oak Bluffs,MA

Please Register online/ Por favor registre-se online:

https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/cdrmaguire/startFlow?calendar=aa9d0268-9500-4181-8977-19a4bd83ecf8&site=marthas-vineyard-regional-high-school-cdr

Public Meeting December 6th for Department of Transportation Beach Road Study

 

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation is conducting a study of Beach Road, Lagoon Pond Road, and the Five Corners intersection in Tisbury. This study will develop conceptual alternatives intended to improve climate resiliency, safety, and the public realm. This planning study precedes the project development process and will include opportunities for public input on existing conditions and proposed alternatives. A Working Group of local stakeholders will inform the MassDOT team on local perspectives throughout the study.

A public information meeting will be held on Zoom on Wednesday, December 6th at 6:30 p.m.
Register to attend

This meeting will present the study team's review of existing conditions in the area of Beach Road and Five Corners, including flood vulnerability, road safety and operations, and existing infrastructure. There will be the opportunity for public comment. The study team will also provide an overview of next steps.

Public comments can be submitted via email to: planning@dot.state.ma.us.

Thanksgiving Holiday Hours at Martha's Vineyard Libraries

Thanksgiving Holiday Hours at VHPL: 

Closing early at 1pm on Wednesday November 22nd
CLOSED Thursday November 23rd & Friday November 24th
OPEN Regular hours Saturday & Sunday 

BOOK SALE BENEFIT THANKSGIVING WEEKEND

 BOOK SALE BENEFIT THANKSGIVING WEEKEND

Save the Date! Book Sale to Benefit the Library at 11 Pine Tree Lane



A local family is holding a book sale benefit for the library on Saturday November 25th from 9am to 3pm. The sale will be held at the residence at 11 Pine Tree Lane, Vineyard Haven, and all proceeds from the sale will go to the Vineyard Haven Library Building Fund.

PLEASE NOTE BOOK DONATIONS FOR THE SALE ARE NOT ACCEPTED

Friends of the Library Annual Membership Drive

 

Enjoy books? You will enjoy being a Friend of the Library! Members pay annual dues of $25 to provide financial support for the library and its programs. Volunteer opportunities are also available -- volunteering is an great way to meet island neighbors while helping to support the library! Our monthly meetings are open to all, so come and learn what you can do to support and help.

For more information or to join, download our brochure and membership application, or pay dues online using Paypal.

Home Energy Assessments & Induction Cooking Demos!

 HOME ENERGY ASSESSMENTS AT THE LIBRARY!

 4 to 5 pm Tuesday, November 7th
5 to 6 pmTuesday November 14
2 to 3 pm Sunday November 19
4 to 5 pm Tuesday November 28th

Want to learn how to make your home or business more energy efficient? Vineyard Power will help you and your neighbors gain access to no-cost home energy assessment, rebates for energy efficient home heating appliances, assistance in adopting renewable energy resources, such as solar, and other incentives available in our island transitions away from fossil fuels. Bring your latest electric bill (or electric account number) to sign up for the assessment. You can also sign up by calling 1-800-797-6699 or visiting CapeLightCompact.org.

INDUCTION COOKING DEMONSTRATION!

During each of these sessions there will also be a demonstration of cooking with induction! Vineyard Power has generously donated funds for the purchase of a portable induction cooktop that will eventually be available for patrons to borrow with their CLAMS card. Learn more about induction cooktops including an available rebate here.