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4:00 PM
The Agony and the Ecstasy: Collecting the Legendary Paintings of Ralph and Martha Cahoon
Art collector Laurie Young will speak on “The Agony and the Ecstasy:  Collecting the Legendary Paintings of Ralph and Martha Cahoon" at 4 p.m. Thursday, June 21. She and her husband, Robin, have assembled a stellar collection of works by Cape Cod folk artists Ralph and Martha Cahoon over the past two decades. She’ll talk about the hunt and the paintings’

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Makers Club for Kids & Teens: Minecraft
Play Minecraft with other kids; bring your laptop or use ours; we'll show the action on our big TV screen. See a demo of our Minecraft stop-motion animation studio set. Great for ages 8 and up. 

 

6:00 PM
Summer Concert Series: Mike Dumas Satellite Band
Summer concert series on the library green brought to you through the generosity of the Kirkman Trust Fund. Rain or shine (concerts will be held inside the library should it rain). 




2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Intro to CLAMS Workshop
Having trouble navigating our CLAMS website or placing holds for books? This class is for you! We will cover: creating your online CLAMS account, requesting items online and through the Commonwealth Catalog, being able to see your reading history, renewing books online, and more! Don't forget to bring your library card!
Please call or go into the library to register today! We will have computers available for you to use during th​e class.





7:30 AM
Run for the Library Kids Race
Kids Race Sponsored by Cape Cod Acdemy. Meets behind library.
The Children's Race is growing fast. Kids enjoy the shorter run and awards, great way to introduce your children to running in Road Races.

$5.00 Fee
 

8:00 AM
39th Annual Run for the Library on Village Day
The race event is sponsored by Sotheby's International  Realty.
This is the 39th year for this Cape Cod 5K Run for the Library Road Race, it is a great tradition in Osterville in support of the library. Prize Money to top Male and Female athletes. Awards for age group winners. meets in forn of Library. Free t-shirts to first 200.
Register Now


10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Village Crafters on the Library Lawn

Village Crafters are local craftspeople, showcasing work of high quality since 1980. They will be on the library lawn as part of Village Day, rain or shine.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Summer Reading: Music & Movement
Let the little ones dance up a storm. We'll provide the music, you provide the kids!  For ages 2-6. 
 




10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Caz's 'Read to a Dog' Program
Drop in and spend some time with Caz, our favorite neighborhood service dog:

• At 10:00 Caz will join our preschool StoryTime, listening with you to some good StoryTime books. 
• At 10:30 Caz will listen to older kids (ages 6 and up) read your favorite dog stories to him! 

10:00 AM
Paddle Board and Ski Sale
Back by Popular Demand, get the best deal on paddle boards. Plus get the kids new ski's for the winer and get yourself some, plus accessories.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Summer Reading: Scratch Musical Instrument
Use the Scratch coding language to design and try out your own musical instruments. Try Chrome Music Lab and Garage Band for iPad, too. For ages 5-10 drop-ins welcome.  
 

6:00 PM
Summer Concert Series: Saddle-Up Country Band
Summer concert series on the library green brought to you through the generosity of the Kirkman Trust Fund. Rain or shine (concerts will be held inside the library should it rain). 




9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Jr. Tech: Intro to Computer Game Programming using C++
Two-week program: July 30 - August 10. Run by Jr. Tech for students entering grades 8-12; $445 fee.

Learn the overall basics behind the C++ programming language (such as variables, data types, control structures, functions and object oriented programming). Then, take these skills and apply them to making computer games by learning how to program sprites, sounds and simple game designs.  By the close of the program you will develop coding skills and walk away with your very own custom final game project.

60 hrs. instruction, pack a snack, drink & lunch. Register via juniortech.org or 774-994-2097.






10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Harry Potter 20th Anniversary!
Crafts, Activities, Prizes, and More!  All Ages are invited to drop in and celebrate the anniversary of J. K. Rowling's  Harry Potter books. 



3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Kids' Makers Club at the Library: Stop-motion Animation
Children  are invited to try out our Makerspace kits -- electronics, coding, Legos, and more! Choose to use our stop-motion animation studio set-up to create your own animations.  For ages 6-12; drop-ins welcome. 






4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Library Gaming Club: Mouse Guard & Hero Kids
Engage in this popular kids' role-playing game for ages 6-10.

6:00 PM
Summer Concert Series: Bart Weisman Klezmer Swing Band
Summer concert series on the library green brought to you through the generosity of the Kirkman Trust Fund. Rain or shine (concerts will be held inside the library should it rain). 




10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Introduction to 3D Printing
Curious about 3D printing? Join us for a basic introduction to using 3D printers (including our own!) with a formal instruction by Chris Rauch. Get to know how to use our printer to make wonderful things!
Chris Rauch will also include a teaser toward the end of instruction to ​about an upcoming "Introduction to 3D CAD in Fusion360 class!"





11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Create a Sailor's Valentine
Learn the art of creating a Sailor's Valentine with the Vinatge Ladies. $75 materials/registration fee. Please call library for reservations.





11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Posture is my Signature
Posture is my Signature
A strong posture is linked with aging well.  This week focuses on posture and how it can affect your balance, core and walking ability along with what you can do to improve and/or maintain your posture. Presented by Cape Cod Rehab
 
 




3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Summer Reading: Name That Tune Music Screening
Think you know movies and music? Put your knowledge to the test. All ages welcomed. 




3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Book Art Workshop
Create roses, hedgehogs, and more in this paper-folding workshop. By cutting and folding pages of books you can create something wonderful!





4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Summer Reading: Music Video Green Screen
Use our Green Screen techonology to create you very own music video and pretend you're a star! 

6:00 PM
Summer Concert Series: The Moonlights
Summer concert series on the library green brought to you through the generosity of the Kirkman Trust Fund. Rain or shine (concerts will be held inside the library should it rain). 




9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Jr. Tech: Sizzling Summer Hands-on Fun!
Offered by Jr. Tech, for students entering grades 4 and 5; $57 fee. Experience a chock-full day of activities and projects! 

Make elephant toothpaste, design and build a marble maze, build a lava lamp, make fizzing sherbet, design and build screaming balloons, play board games and have fun with STEM gadgets. 6 hours of packed fun!

To register, go to juniortech.org. Call 774-994-2097 for space availability. Pack a snack, drink & lunch. 






3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Makers Club for Kids & Teens: Minecraft
Play Minecraft with other kids; bring your laptop or use ours; we'll show the action on our big TV screen. See a demo of our Minecraft stop-motion animation studio set. Great for ages 8 and up. 

 

5:00 PM - 6:30 AM
Murder Mystery Game Night
Join us for a live-action game of "Whodunit" for a murder mystery game night. Dress up (if you'd like) and play a character in this game to figure out the murderer in time! The cases change each time and all the guests are suspects....Can you solve this case before the Detective? Will the murderer get away? Character and cue cards, props, and light refreshments are provided. Great for teens and adults! Register at the Circulation Desk in order to play.





11:00 AM
Summer Reading Wrap Party
Summer Reading kids and families are invited to attend a fun program -- half yo-yo tricks and half dance party -- at West Barnstable Fire Station (2160 Meetinghouse Way, Rt 149). Plus, after the program kids can explore the West Barnstable Fire Department.   




Libraries Rock! is sponsored by your local library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.




4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Summer Reading: Make a Musical Instrument
Experiment with sounds, then use your hands-on craft skills to design and build a simple musical instrument.  For ages 5-12, drop-ins welcome. 
 

6:00 PM
Summer Concert Series: Two Cool
Summer concert series on the library green brought to you through the generosity of the Kirkman Trust Fund. Rain or shine (concerts will be held inside the library should it rain). 




10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
A Moment to Understand Grief and Loss
Gary German, PhD will be presenting about recent loss and affording an opportunity to come together and share experiences.




3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Makers Club for Kids & Teens: Minecraft
Play Minecraft with other kids; bring your laptop or use ours; we'll show the action on our big TV screen. See a demo of our Minecraft stop-motion animation studio set. Great for ages 8 and up. 

 




4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Summer Reading: Garage Band & Other Apps
Create music using Chrome Music Lab, Garage Band iPad app, and Scratch Music . For ages 6-12, drop-ins welcome. 
 




5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
26th Annual Osterville Village Library Car Raffle Drawing
The winner of the new Land Rover Discovery Sport will be drawn on the Library green today!​ You could drive away in a brand new car. Tickets on sale July & August $125 each, 2 for $200 or 11 tickets for $1,000.





5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
"Sailor's Valentines" Reception & Presenation
Nationally recognized and award winning maritime artist Gregg Roberts will exhibit and discuss his latest shell craft creations constructed of common shells and sailors knots transformed into dazzling geometric forms. He will also discuss the Sailor's Valentines historical origins and review contemporary design trends. Reception 5-5:45pm and Presenation 6-7pm.






11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Nutrition: Eat Right Be Well
9/10 - Nutrition: Eat Right Be Well
Nutrition is an important component to any health and fitness program.  This week explores the latest trends in nutrition and debunks some of the common nutrition myths. Presented by Cape Cod Rehab
 




1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
The Dos and Don'ts of Downsizing for Seniors
The do’s & don’ts of downsizing. Presentation will focus on the stumbling blocks and emotional barriers seniors encounter when faced with a move from home. 
• Placement Assistance & In-Home Care Recommendations
• Real Estate Buying and Selling - Downsizing Services
• Clean-Outs/ Professional Organizing - Packing and Moving - Staging
• Antique Appraisals - Estate Sales
• Geriatric Care Management - Family Mediation
• Legal & Financial Services

Community education series with Kristine Callahan of 2Sisters Senior Living Advisors.
Light refreshments served, registration required




9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Village Crafters of Cape Cod Craft Fair
The Village Crafters will again this year feature local artists and crafts people exhibiting work of fine quality on the Library green. Come see their beautiful work!




11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Burdenko Method
The Burdenko Method
Learn about the Burdenko Method and explore the 6 essential qualities of health & fitness: balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, speed and stretch. Presented by Cape Cod Rehab