The Osterville Village Library is honored to welcome author Michelle Ferguson with an author talk presentation on Friday June 12th at 2pm in the Main Meeting Room. Author, Speaker, and Gratitude-Centered Transition Coach devoted to helping people navigate grief, life after loss, and the profound transitions that reshape their identity and future.... (more)

Join the Osterville Village Library and The Barnstable Land Trust as they highlight their program ‘Hike Barnstable!’ with a fun Community Reader Children’s Story Time and Craft Event! This program will take place on Saturday June 13th at 10am in the Lillian Dixie Morton Children’s Room at the Osterville Village Library. For more information on how you can become a Community Reader for the Osterville Village Library, please contact Amy Wolfe at awolfe@clamsnet.org or by calling the OVL directly at (5080428-5757 (more)

Celebrating Juneteenth at the Osterville Village Library! Children’s Story Time with Zavia Walker-Empy on Friday June 19th at 10am in the Lillian Dixie Morton Children’s Room! (more)

Join us for a fun and engaging children’s story time all about the magic of pollination! Led by Paul Greenspan, this interactive session introduces young learners to the important role bees, butterflies, and other pollinators play in our world. Through lively storytelling, simple explanations, and hands-on elements, children will discover how plants grow and how pollinators help our environment thrive.... (more)

The Afternoon Page Turners discuss The Sirens: A Novel by Emilia Hart on Wednesday, June 24 at 2 p.m. Free and open to all! Annual registration is requested to receive important communications about schedule or location changes. A spellbinding novel about sisters separated by centuries, but bound together by the sea, from the author of the runaway New York Times bestseller Weyward. “Haunting, immersive and deeply alive, The Sirens feels as storied and ancient as the myths it explores, a true classic- in-the-making work of feminist fire and fury….Hart is a truly gifted, spellbinding author.” ?Bookreporter (more)

Poet Mary Helen Callier will perform a poetry reading at the library on Wednesday, June 24 at 6 p.m. Free and open to all. Mary Helen Callier is the author of When the Horses (Alice James Books, 2025).... (more)

Each month, The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets — at the House and in an online setting — to discuss some of Gorey’s favorite authors and his literary influences. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Due to popular demand, we have added an Extra Cup of Tea Time Book Club the fourth Thursdays at 6pm. They will discuss the same titles as the original Tea Time. Free and open to all. Register below. The June 25 selection is The Berry Pickers: A Novel by Amanda Peters.... (more)

Join us for a special children’s story time with our very own COMM firefighters! Kids will enjoy engaging stories all about fire safety, bravery, and helping others, read by the very heroes who serve our community. This interactive program gives children the chance to meet firefighters, learn important fire safety tips, and even see some of their gear up close.... (more)

The West Falmouth Library Annual Book Sale is being held on Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. both days. Come peruse our collection of like-new books for low, low prices! (more)

Join us for “Prepare with Pedro,” a fun and engaging children’s story time presented by the American Red Cross. Through the adventures of Pedro the Penguin, kids will learn simple, age-appropriate ways to stay safe and be prepared for emergencies. This interactive program uses storytelling, activities, and discussion to introduce important safety concepts like what to do during a fire, how to stay safe during storms, and the basics of being prepared at home.... (more)

Children’s Storytime with Dr. Michael Price: “All About Eyes!” Join Dr. Michael Price for a lively and educational children’s storytime all about one of our most amazing body parts—our eyes! Through engaging stories, interactive activities, and simple explanations, children will learn how eyes work, why they’re important, and how to keep them healthy. Perfect for young learners, this program combines storytelling with hands-on discovery, sparking curiosity about science and the human body in a fun and accessible way.... (more)

The West Falmouth Library Annual Book Sale is being held on Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. both days. Come peruse our collection of like-new books for low, low prices! (more)

Join local author Don Wilding for a special author talk on Sunday, June 28 at 4 p.m., featuring his new release Prohibition on Cape Cod: Running the Rum In. He uncovers stories, ranging from horrifying to humorous, from this unforgettable age of contraband and controversy on Cape Cod.... (more)

The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets once a month— both online and in person— to discuss a curated selection of books Edward Gorey enjoyed, hated, or cast his thoughts upon at one point or another. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Join us for a special story time with the Hyannis Harbor Hawks! Young readers and baseball fans alike are invited to enjoy a fun-filled program that brings together the magic of books and the excitement of America’s favorite pastime. Children will listen to engaging stories all about teamwork, sportsmanship, and summer adventures on and off the field.... (more)

Join us for a special story time with the Hyannis Harbor Hawks! Young readers and baseball fans alike are invited to enjoy a fun-filled program that brings together the magic of books and the excitement of America’s favorite pastime. Children will listen to engaging stories all about teamwork, sportsmanship, and summer adventures on and off the field.... (more)

Join us for a delightful children’s story time with author Maggie Spadaro! Young readers and their families are invited to enjoy a warm and engaging program featuring a live reading from one of Maggie’s charming stories. Through lively storytelling, imagination, and plenty of interactive moments, children will be drawn into a world of creativity and fun.... (more)

Join us for a heartwarming children’s story time with authors Bruce MacDonald and Sharon MacDonald, creators of the beloved book Oreo Saves the Day! Children and families are invited to enjoy a lively reading of this charming story, following Oreo’s exciting adventure and the important lessons learned along the way.... (more)

Join us for a special children’s story time with the beloved forest friend Smokey Bear! Families and young readers are invited to enjoy an engaging program that combines the joy of storytelling with important lessons about caring for our natural world. Children will listen to fun and meaningful stories about forests, wildlife, and outdoor adventures, all while learning Smokey’s famous message about preventing wildfires.... (more)

Presented by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum and the Vineyard Preservation Trust, join acclaimed historian and bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick for an evening at the Old Whaling Church.... (more)

Join us at the Osterville Village Library for a delightful author talk with cozy mystery writer Sarah Osborne! Readers are invited to spend an engaging and relaxed afternoon with Sarah as she discusses her writing journey, the inspiration behind her cozy mystery novels, and the art of crafting intriguing whodunits filled with charm, humor, and small- town secrets.... (more)

Join the Barnstable Council on Aging for a special Children’s Story Time featuring the heartwarming book A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead. Children and families are invited to enjoy this gentle and beautifully illustrated story about friendship, kindness, and caring for others.... (more)

The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets once a month— both online and in person— to discuss a curated selection of books Edward Gorey enjoyed, hated, or cast his thoughts upon at one point or another. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Each month, The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets — at the House and in an online setting — to discuss some of Gorey’s favorite authors and his literary influences. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Join author David Martin as he highlights his book “The Revolution on Cape Cod: The Issues, the Events, and the People”. He will be discussing facts and narratives about the often little-known histories of the Revolution on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket, from the period of 1761 (end of the French and Indian Wars) to 1783 (the Treaty of Paris).... (more)

The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets once a month— both online and in person— to discuss a curated selection of books Edward Gorey enjoyed, hated, or cast his thoughts upon at one point or another. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Each month, The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets — at the House and in an online setting — to discuss some of Gorey’s favorite authors and his literary influences. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Come meet SALT! The 45 foot inflatable whale is coming to the Osterville Village Library on Tuesday July 14th from 9:30am- 1:30pm on the Calvin C. Gould Library Green. A Giant Adventure! An Ocean of Discovery! Explore inside the whale! See the lunch and hear the sounds! Feel the Scale! Plenty of hands on activities including a children’s story time! Create Fun Learning Memories for the Whole Family (more)

The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets once a month— both online and in person— to discuss a curated selection of books Edward Gorey enjoyed, hated, or cast his thoughts upon at one point or another. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Each month, The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets — at the House and in an online setting — to discuss some of Gorey’s favorite authors and his literary influences. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets once a month— both online and in person— to discuss a curated selection of books Edward Gorey enjoyed, hated, or cast his thoughts upon at one point or another. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Each month, The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets — at the House and in an online setting — to discuss some of Gorey’s favorite authors and his literary influences. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets once a month— both online and in person— to discuss a curated selection of books Edward Gorey enjoyed, hated, or cast his thoughts upon at one point or another. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Each month, The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets — at the House and in an online setting — to discuss some of Gorey’s favorite authors and his literary influences. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets once a month— both online and in person— to discuss a curated selection of books Edward Gorey enjoyed, hated, or cast his thoughts upon at one point or another. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)

Each month, The Edward Gorey House Book Club meets — at the House and in an online setting — to discuss some of Gorey’s favorite authors and his literary influences. Attendance is limited to 20 bookish sorts per group for optimal quarreling.... (more)