More resources & information for you until we can resume all of our Osterville Library
in-person services.
At OVL we look forward to welcoming you back when we get the go-ahead to open. If you would like to test our
curb-side check out
please email me your book and or DVD selection(s). We only have access to items that are inside the library, so it must say available in
Osterville when you search
. We have been busy re-working, re-organizing and re-tooling the library. As always reach out by phone Monday - Friday 9-4 for any questions or request. If you need to print something, email it to
OVLprint1@gmail.c
om. If you need a library card to take advantage of our 4000 free on demand classes please reach out.
cyndycotton@clamsnet.org
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Looking Forward to Resuming
In-person Services
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When you enter through the front doors into the wide open library you will sense the smiles behind our masks! Book drops will remain open during the day for convenience in returning books.
If you would like your new books to be left "curbside", let us know and we will accommodate you
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The Anne Williams McGraw Atrium has been re-worked to give more space to pick-up your latest new books.
The Lower Lever has been rearranged to provide more distancing for study & computer use.
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2nd Plein Air Online Build-up
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In order to support our artist and help fund the library we will be having an online auction of Osterville & Cape Cod artwork building up to Plein Air.
Art is being added daily so check back.
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Our Virtual Cookbook Club
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is off to a great start! Each participant chose a recipe to prepare from "Real Simple: Meals Made Easy" and then gathered virtually via
"Zoom".
Itβs great to see our community connected and sharing the joy of cooking and books to prepare while keeping our social distance!
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Online Programming continues with an interview with Trish Hegarty
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Trish was a 2014 contestant on the popular reality show Survivor. In this interview she talks about her experience and how it helps her during this time of social and physical distancing.
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More Online Programs from our YouTube Channel
- Interview with David Martin, A Taste of Genealogy - getting started
- Interview with David Martin, The interview Process - view now
- Interview with Christine Hochkeppel, Photographing COVID-19 - view
- Interview Ayanna Parrent, Exercise and Recovery - view
- Interview with Nicole Bessette , Homeschooling & Stress - view
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Watch for our Unique Graduation Experience for children and young adults. Music, balloons, a banner and more.
Look for info in the upcoming week.
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The 2020
is now out in digital form.
Read about Ned Crosby, Growing up Diggs, The Foxhole and Armstrong-Kelley Park to name of few of the articles in the 2020 edition.
Read the articles and view the ads of the business that generously support your library. With 'hot-links' you are one click away from their website! Please support these trusted local businesses.
ο»ΏPrint version will be available in late May.
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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
FAMILIES
*
Brains on! A Podcast for Kids and Curious Adults -
Get started
* How to Host a Truly Fun Virtual Game Night with Friends Over Video -
Game time
* Julieβs Library Show: A New Podcast for Families Starring Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton -
Listen now
OLDER KIDS
* Fun Family History Activities for Kids: Genelogy for the Next Generation -
Explore
YOUNGER KIDS
* Grow a Rainbow Experiment -
Rainbow
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News from around the Town
Town of Barnstable Newsletter from
May 8th
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Read Now
Town Manager
Mark Ellsβ Community Update Video
From the
Town Manager a
nd Wendy Northcross
Since David Bogan is unable to hold hours at the library, you can direct your questions or comments for the Osterville Town Councilor through email, he can be reached at
BoganPrecinct5@gmail.com
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 Barnstableβs 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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Reach Your Goals. We Can Help.
Your Next Career Move, Self Improvement or Creative Class,
Starts at the Osterville Village Library
Explore our online learning platform offering more than 4,000 on-demand videos
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Udemy
is an
online learning platform offering more than 4,000 on-demand video
courses covering the most important topics your employees need to stay ahead of the curve, giving your business a competitive edge. Courses cover the freshest and most relevant content on leadership and management, coding, design, marketing, IT operations, data science, project management, human resources, sales, accounting and finance, and productivity.
Eighty percent of Fortune 100 companies trust Udemy for employee upskilling.
Helping you stay ahead of the curve is just one of the many reasons our library offers access to
Gale Presents: Udemy
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Need an Osterville Library card?
Call the library week-days. 508-428-5757 and we can get you one over the phone!
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In addition to our One-Way Children and Adult books,
(take, but please don't bring back),
we now have a Stick Library for your dog. Stop by and visit, out front of library Monday - Saturday 9-3.
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Osterville Helps
has added a new service in response to Social Distancing. If you are lonely and just want to have a conversation
PLEASE
reach out, or call 972-539-6427.
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508-428-5757
43 Wianno Ave.
Osterville, MA 02655
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