Liz Mumford Author Talk and Reception
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On October 1st, 2019 at 6 PM, join us for a very special
Liz Mumford artist talk and reception to kick off our online auction of her original illustrations created for our Barnstable Village Coloring Book. For more information on the auction, see below.
Liz will discuss her art — both her noted black-bordered oil paintings and her newer watercolor work — and her development of coloring books for local villages and organizations.
Wine and cheese will be served at 6 PM, and her talk will begin at 6:30.
Admission is $10.
Seating is limited, so please purchase tickets in advance. You may purchase tickets at the Library, or by calling us at 508-362-6636 and charging them to your credit card.
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Online Auction of Original Illustrations by Cape Cod's
Liz Mumford
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Liz Mumford's original drawings for the Barnstable Village Coloring Book, developed in conjunction with Sturgis Library in 2018, will go up for auction online starting on October 1, 2019 and will be available to bid on through October 26th, 2019 at 5 PM.
Images include scenes around Barnstable Village (both present day and historical) including Barnstable Harbor, Main Street, the Unitarian Church and Cobb’s Hill, Lothrop Cemetery, the Old Jail, the Coast Guard Heritage Museum (originally the Customs House), Barnstable Academy, the Courthouse, Sandy Neck beach and Lighthouse, Tales of Cape Cod (formerly the Olde Colonial Courthouse), the Barnstable County Fairgrounds, the children’s room at Barnstable Historical Society, Barnstable Yacht Club, Mill Way Beach, Barnstable Fire Department, oystering on Scudder’s Lane, Smitty’s Ice Cream, Cape Cod Art Center's Art in the Village, St. Mary’s Church garden, Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary, Barnstable Comedy Club, the 4th of July parade, activities in the Hollow, Cummaquid Post Office, and more. This is a great opportunity to have a bit of Barnstable Village art and history on your wall!
Each of the 27 original illustrations is professionally matted, and winning bidders will receive a signed copy of the coloring book. The illustrations will be exhibited in the Library lobby in September and October.
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After the Vonnegut Marathon & Celebration
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The Vonnegut Reading Marathon and Celebration weekend was a rousing success, and we are so grateful to everyone who participated.
First and foremost our thanks go out to
Edie Vonnegut for sharing memories and images of her father, mother, and family; for being willing to answer questions and tell stories; and for her work on the planning committee.
Thanks also to our special guests:
Julia Whitehead and Max Goller of the Vonnegut Museum and Library, author and Vonnegut scholar
Marc Leeds, and interviewer, author, and activist
Pat LaMarche. We are grateful to
Edie Vonnegut and John Squibb, Susan and Rich Bloom, and Rob and Bev Parke for housing our guests during their time here.
Huge thanks to the
Dolphin Restaurant for providing the sumptuous appetizers before Edie's talk at Tales of Cape Cod, and for creating menu specials based on Vonnegut's favorite foods. Thanks to the
Mattakeese Wharf restaurant for donating the delicious clam chowder for Chowderfest.
Many thanks to our Trustees, staff, and Events Committee for providing appetizers, cornbread, and food, and for donating the wine and beverages we enjoyed throughout the weekend.
Finally, we are so pleased that so many of you were able to attend the programs and events offered over the three days of the event. Our marathon readers were most impressive! For a special glimpse into the marathon reading experience, please read marathon participant (and author) Meera Subramanian's essay at:
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How Much Do You Save by Using the Library?
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Have you ever thought about how much you save each month by using Sturgis Library? Some things are obvious -- the cost of borrowing a book or movie vs. buying it. But there are other values that you may not think about. What about attending a free program? Requesting an interlibrary loan? Using a computer? Click the image to the right to find out what the Library is worth to you!
The Wichita Public Library prints the amount of their user's savings right on the bottom of their date due slip. Last week an
image of one of those receipts went viral because the family had saved over $7,000 since using the library.
If every library user would donate even half of the value of their savings each year, Sturgis Library would be able to quickly raise the money we need to balance our budget, and not have to spend so much time fundraising. Won't you donate today? It's easy --- just click the button below!
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Welcome to our new Youth Services Librarian!
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We are very pleased to welcome our new Youth Services Librarian Christy Munier to Sturgis Library!
Christy lives in Sagamore Beach with her husband, two kiddos, two dogs, and fish! She loves to doodle, read, and learn in her free time (which lasts about 2-4 minutes/day). She enjoys the great outdoors in the least-extreme way possible (walking, sitting on benches, bird watching...). She likes to poke around out in the world, but is a homebody at heart.
Christy will be offering Preschool Storytime at a new time -- Wednesdays at 11 am starting September 11th.
See the details farther along in this newsletter.
Please stop by and say hello to Christy. She is ready to help kids, teens, and families find the perfect book or connect them to other library resources. You can also reach her at 508-362-6636 or sturgiskids@comcast.net.
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Feasting on Grain Bowls with Liz Barbour
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Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 @ 6PM
Grain bowls are all the rage and for good reason! Fast, versatile and packed with nutrients, these one-bowl meals combine fresh veggies, healthy grains, protein, and delicious sauces.
Following her discussion, Liz will demonstrate how to combine and prepare ingredients to create super healthy recipes. Enjoy a cooking demonstration of 2 delicious recipes with samples for everyone.
The cost of the program is $15.
Registration is REQUIRED.
Limited Seating. To register call 508-62-6636, email sturgisreference@comcast.net, or sign up online at
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Climate Discussion & Preparation with 350 Cape Cod
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Wednesday, September 25th, 2019 @ 5:00 PM
Join local environmental non-profit 350 Cape Cod to learn simple ways you can prepare for climate change and the extreme weather predicted to come with it. They will present some ideas about how to lower our climate footprint, as individuals and as a society. Gordon Starr, a founding member of 350 Cape Cod, will lead a community discussion addressing local concerns regarding these issues. Come with questions!
This program is part of Climate Prep Week as organized by CREW (Communities Responding to Extreme Weather)
Free to the public. Registration is appreciated.
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Artist Reception: Antonia Cook
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Monday, October 7th, 2019 from 5 PM to 6 PM
To celebrate Antonia Cook's artwork, which will be on exhibit during the month of October in the Simpkins Room, join us on Monday night for a special gallery walk-through with the artist. Wine will be served. Free to the public.
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Atmosphere and Suspense: Creating Tension in Horror and Crime Fiction with Laird Barron and John Langan
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Tuesday, October 8th, 2019 @ 6:00 PM
Join us for an evening of horror and crime fiction with Bram Stoker/Shirley Jackson Award winning authors, Laird Barron and John Langan. The authors will discuss the craft of writing tense, atmospheric, character-driven prose, and will answer all of your writing/publishing related questions. A reading and book signing will follow.
Free to the public. Registration is appreciated.
Email sturgisreference@comcast.net,
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Seed Saving with Cape Cod Edible Landscapes
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 @ 6:30 PM
Join us to learn how to harvest and preserve your plant and vegetable seeds from last year's harvest with the knowledgeable team from Edible Landscapes of Cape Cod. Tons of gardening and growing tips for all types of plants. A Q & A will follow the discussion.
Free to the public. Registration is appreciated.
Email sturgisreference@comcast.net,
call 508-362-6636, or online at:
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State of the Waters with APCC
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Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 @ 6:30 PM
Cape Cod is connected by water. The groundwater we depend on for drinking water also fills our nearly 1,000 freshwater ponds, part of an extensive water network, many of these ponds drain to over 40 freshwater rivers and streams that discharge to 53 estuaries along 559 miles of coastline bordering the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Cod Bay, Nantucket Sound, and Buzzards Bay.
So, how healthy are our waters? What do we know about the quality of the Cape’s waters and what don't we know? With funding from the Massachusetts Environmental Trust, the Association to Preserve Cape Cod sets out to answer these questions by gathering and evaluating existing water quality data and then making this information available to the public. APCC's executive director, Andrew Gottlieb, will share the findings and explain "STATE OF THE WATERS: Cape Cod".
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Among the Body Snatchers:
a Very Greg Williams Halloween Extravaganza
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Tuesday, October 29th, 2019 @ 6:00 PM
Know your body-snatchers from your grave-robbers, and your Burke from your Hare. With maybe a little Dylan Thomas, Evita, and. . . Charlie Chaplin thrown in.
Greg Williams welcomes Halloween again. . . this time with seasonal tales of the harvest. . . from the graveyard.
With appropriate refreshments.
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Tech help is available every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30PM.
Bring in your smartphone, laptop, tablet, or eReader for basic help with their operations.
Appointments are made in twenty minute blocks. Email Corey at sturgisreference@comcast.net to reserve a space.
This time is meant to answer
basic questions about these devices and how to use the Overdrive app to access and download eBooks, audio books, and eMagazines. Unfortunately we cannot assist with more in-depth issues such as virus remediation or
account recovery.
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Upcoming Exhibits and Displays
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Taylor Fox will be displaying his work in the Simpkins room during the month of September.
Taylor Fox is a Cape Cod artist who grew up in Orleans and now resides there, painting what moves him to paint. To him making a picture come alive is a great joy.
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Do you have artwork, photography, sculpture, crafts, a collection, or other interesting items to exhibit? Contact Corey Farrenkopf at 508-362-6636 or email him at
sturgislibrary@comcast.net
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of exhibited art, photography, and crafts benefits the Sturgis Library. Proceeds are used to enhance library services and programs.
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NEW DAY!
Wednesdays at 11:00
starting September 11th
Sturgis Library offers
Drop-In Preschool Storytime every Wednesday. Enjoy stories, songs, and fun with Christy!
This program is designed for children ages 2-5 and their parents or caregivers, but siblings are always welcome.
No need to register. Free!
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Wednesday, September 4, 2019 from 4:00-5:00 PM
The Sturgis Library LEGO Club meets the first Wednesday of every month. Come enjoy our MASSIVE collection of LEGOs and create a masterpiece or just play with new friends.
Free. Drop-in. Ages 5+
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Additional Sturgis Library Information
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The Library will be CLOSED on Monday, September 2nd, 2019
for the Labor Day holiday
Regular Library hours are:
Monday 10 AM to 6 PM
Tuesday 1 PM to 8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM to 6 PM
Thursday, & Friday 10 AM to 5 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM
Sunday & major holidays CLOSED
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Trustees and Staff FY2020
Greg Williams, President, Board of Trustees
John Littlefield, Vice President
Lucy Loomis, Library Director
Karen Horn, Assistant Director/Circulation Services
For a complete list of staff and Board members,
click here.
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Do you have questions about the Sturgis Library? Contact us:
Phone & Fax:
Phone: 508-362-6636
Fax: 508-362-5467
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