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Saturday, July 19:00—10:00 AMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Vinyasa Power Yoga (all levels)

people doing yogaA Vinyasa class that is therapeutic, creative, and powerful. Vinyasa (a practice designed to help you heal while keeping you in peak physical shape) incorporates elements of strength building, making it a dynamic experience. Limited yoga mats and blankets are available; if you have your own, please bring it with you.…Learn More

Saturday, July 110:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Craft

Crafty with KerithDrop by the Children's Room crafting area and make an all-ages craft. Craft will change weekly. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Saturday, July 110:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Saturday, July 12:00—4:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Watercolor Workshop, with artist Julie Brand

Watercolor Workshop, with artist Julie Brand Watercolors have the reputation for being difficult to work with, but the key is knowing when and how to control the paint, and when to let it be. Join us to experiment with lifting, splatter, layering, watercolor washes, and dry brush techniques. We will be using artist-grade Winsor & Newton pan paints and Arches watercolor paper to create two or three small landscape vignettes of a lighthouse, a field of flowers, and a sunset scene.…Learn More
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Monday, July 310:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.
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Wednesday, July 510:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Wednesday, July 53:00—5:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Drop-in Knitting Group, with Cindy Bonnell

two hands knittingCindy Bonnell, master knitter, presides over a sociable group of knitters on Wednesday afternoons in the upstairs boardroom here at the library. Knitters and aspiring knitters of all levels of experience are welcome to bring their projects and drop in for support, inspiration, and expert advice.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 55:30—6:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Restorative Reset, with Jelisa Difo

Restorative Yoga ImageThis class will explore Restorative Yin postures done close to the ground to promote deep rest and encourage physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Appropriate for all levels, restorative yoga is practiced at a slow pace and focuses on long holds, stillness, and deep breathing.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 56:00—6:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Stuffed Animal Sleepover

stuffed animalsBring your favorite stuffed animal for a bedtime-themed storytime and snack, then tuck them in for a sleepover at the library. Pick up your stuffed animal the following day between 10am-4pm.
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Thursday, July 69:30—10:30 AMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Friends of the Edgartown Library Monthly Meeting

Friends of the Edgartown Library Monthly MeetingThe Friends' monthly meetings are scheduled on the first Thursday of the month at 9:30am, and take place at the library during the summer months (June through September) and on Zoom during the off-season. All are welcome to attend.

Thursday, July 610:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Thursday, July 610:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Wiggle with the Words

elyce at storytimeJoin Elyce in the Program Room for a movement-based storytime using fun props and interactive stories. This program is geared toward ages 1-5, but all are welcome. No registration necessary.  

Thursday, July 64:00—5:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Author Talk: Underwater Daughter: A Memoir of Survival and Healing by Antonia Deignan

underwater daughter coverTuni (Antonia) Deignan spent most of her life using a whole host of coping mechanisms to avoid facing the trauma of her childhood: a sexually abusive father and a mother who seemed helpless to stop him. But when a bike accident rendered her immobile and dependent on narcotics at the age of fifty-five, her life changed, and after recovery she embarked on a journey that led her to a place of understanding, peace, and even joy.…Learn More

Thursday, July 67:00—8:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Documentary Film Screening and Discussion: By My Side, with Producer Michael Collins

by my side movie posterBy My Side is an intimate portrait of three veterans suffering from PTSD, the most prevalent and untreated wound suffered by former soldiers. Approximately 20% of those who served in the Afghanistan and Iraq Wars are still haunted by visions brought on by post-traumatic stress disorder.…Learn More
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Friday, July 710:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' DIY Drop-in Puzzle Design

idea puzzleStop by the library and use our art supplies to design your very own puzzle to take home. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Friday, July 710:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Friday, July 73:00—6:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Dungeons & Dragons: Food Fight!

yellow rpg dice in a blue bagAre you hungry for adventure, thirsty for exploration, and ready to cook up some trouble? Join dungeon master (and Library Assistant) Chris Look for our drop-in food-based Dungeons & Dragons campaign this summer. Choose your character from an array of fast food mascots, each with its own unique powers.…Learn More
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Saturday, July 89:00—10:00 AMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

CANCELED - Vinyasa Power Yoga (all levels)

people doing yogaA Vinyasa class that is therapeutic, creative, and powerful. Vinyasa (a practice designed to help you heal while keeping you in peak physical shape) incorporates elements of strength building, making it a dynamic experience. Limited yoga mats and blankets are available; if you have your own, please bring it with you.…Learn More

Saturday, July 810:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Craft

Crafty with KerithDrop by the Children's Room crafting area and make an all-ages craft. Craft will change weekly. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Saturday, July 810:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Saturday, July 811:00 AM—12:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

African Artists Community Development Project, with founder and director Marsha Winsryg

African Artists Community Development ProjectThe African Artists Community Development Project is a Martha's Vineyard-based nonprofit organization founded and directed by Marsha Winsryg. Join Marsha to learn more about the AACDP, which raises money for disabled children, orphans, and women's groups in Zambia by selling their handmade dolls and other African crafts here in the United States.…Learn More

Saturday, July 81:00—3:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Art Exhibit Opening Reception: Bill Buckley: From the 70s to 70, An Artist Retrospective

bill buckly paintingOver the fifty-plus years Bill has been painting, he has found countless points of inspiration allowing him to work in various mediums. As a painter, he works mostly in acrylic on stretched canvas, which is featured in his new show, From 70s to 70. Bill’s interests lie in the contrast of colors, the geometry of lines, and visual imagery.…Learn More
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Monday, July 1010:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.
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Tuesday, July 1110:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Adopt a Stuffed Animal

Stuffed animalsVisit the library every Tuesday throughout the summer to pick up a mystery bag with your own stuffed animal to read to and keep. Available while supplies last.

Tuesday, July 1110:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Tuesday, July 116:30—7:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Sounds like Summer: Willy Mason

sounds like summer lineupEnjoy live music on the library lawn! There's a different band weekly, and all shows are family-friendly and free. Bring a blanket and make it a picnic, or just come for the show. July 11 - Willy Mason July 18 - Jeremy Berlin Trio July 25 - Joel Harrison Quartet These performances are generously funded by the Friends of the Edgartown Free Public Library, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and Martha’s Vineyard Bank.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 1210:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Wednesday, July 1210:30 AM—12:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Tie-Dye Workshop

tie-dye shirtEver wanted to learn how to tie-dye? Bring your own item to the library, and we'll teach you how. Tie-dye supplies provided. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Wednesday, July 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site

Tech Time at the Anchors

Anchors tech time flyer updatedDo you have questions about using your laptop, smartphone, iPad, or other devices? The Edgartown Library is partnering with the Edgartown Council On Aging to provide tech time sessions every month at the Anchors. Call 508-627-4368 to sign up for a 20-minute slot.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 121:00—2:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Salt Water Wednesdays

salt water Wednesdays logoHave you ever wanted to learn how to filet a fish or shuck an oyster? Sign up for this monthly workshop to learn about all aspects of Island seafood, from preparation to the ecological importance of buying local. You'll leave with not only a filet (or some shellfish) for dinner, but also the knowledge of how to process your next catch.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 123:00—5:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Drop-in Knitting Group, with Cindy Bonnell

two hands knittingCindy Bonnell, master knitter, presides over a sociable group of knitters on Wednesday afternoons in the upstairs boardroom here at the library. Knitters and aspiring knitters of all levels of experience are welcome to bring their projects and drop in for support, inspiration, and expert advice.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 125:30—6:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Restorative Reset, with Jelisa Difo

Restorative Yoga ImageThis class will explore Restorative Yin postures done close to the ground to promote deep rest and encourage physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Appropriate for all levels, restorative yoga is practiced at a slow pace and focuses on long holds, stillness, and deep breathing.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 1310:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Thursday, July 1310:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Wiggle with the Words

elyce at storytimeJoin Elyce in the Program Room for a movement-based storytime using fun props and interactive stories. This program is geared toward ages 1-5, but all are welcome. No registration necessary.  

Thursday, July 136:00—8:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Disability Pride Party

Disability Pride flagCelebrate Disability Pride Month with food, music, and dancing. Chef Look will be cooking up a delicious dinner, and DJ Smooth B will be working the turntables with hits from the past and present to get our bodies grooving. Honor the pride we feel in our communities and the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with a party for ALL.…Learn More
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Friday, July 1410:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' DIY Drop-in Puzzle Design

idea puzzleStop by the library and use our art supplies to design your very own puzzle to take home. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Friday, July 1410:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Friday, July 143:00—6:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Dungeons & Dragons: Food Fight!

yellow rpg dice in a blue bagAre you hungry for adventure, thirsty for exploration, and ready to cook up some trouble? Join dungeon master (and Library Assistant) Chris Look for our drop-in food-based Dungeons & Dragons campaign this summer. Choose your character from an array of fast food mascots, each with its own unique powers.…Learn More
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Saturday, July 159:00—10:00 AMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Vinyasa Power Yoga (all levels)

people doing yogaA Vinyasa class that is therapeutic, creative, and powerful. Vinyasa (a practice designed to help you heal while keeping you in peak physical shape) incorporates elements of strength building, making it a dynamic experience. Limited yoga mats and blankets are available; if you have your own, please bring it with you.…Learn More

Saturday, July 1510:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Craft

Crafty with KerithDrop by the Children's Room crafting area and make an all-ages craft. Craft will change weekly. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Saturday, July 1510:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Saturday, July 1510:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539
Edgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Seaweed Art Class

skate egg caseUse seaweed, skate egg cases, and prehistoric horseshoe crab shells to make a unique piece of art with artist Corinna Kaufman. Supplies will be provided. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required.
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Monday, July 1710:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Monday, July 173:30—4:30 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539
Edgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Art Workshop

kids artJoin Amy Hewitt of the Old Sculpin Gallery in creating a paper tile to contribute to an installation for the Agricultural Fair! Kids will learn about line, shape, and color as well as pattern, symmetry, and repetition. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Monday, July 174:00—5:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

How Children Learn to Read, with Deb Dunn, M. Ed.

deb dunnTake home practical tips to help your child thrive as a reader, learn what to watch for, and what to do if they aren’t progressing. The lecture will focus on children from birth to age nine, but will provide valuable information for all ages. Parents, caregivers, and teachers are all welcome to attend.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 1810:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Adopt a Stuffed Animal

Stuffed animalsVisit the library every Tuesday throughout the summer to pick up a mystery bag with your own stuffed animal to read to and keep. Available while supplies last.

Tuesday, July 1810:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Tuesday, July 186:30—7:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Sounds Like Summer: Jeremy Berlin Trio

sounds like summer lineupEnjoy live music on the library lawn, rain or shine! There's a different band weekly, and all shows are family-friendly and free. Bring a blanket and make it a picnic, or just come for the show. July 11 - Willy Mason July 18 - Jeremy Berlin Trio July 25 - Joel Harrison Quartet These performances are generously funded by the Friends of the Edgartown Free Public Library, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and Martha’s Vineyard Bank.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 1910:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Wednesday, July 193:00—5:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Drop-in Knitting Group, with Cindy Bonnell

two hands knittingCindy Bonnell, master knitter, presides over a sociable group of knitters on Wednesday afternoons in the upstairs boardroom here at the library. Knitters and aspiring knitters of all levels of experience are welcome to bring their projects and drop in for support, inspiration, and expert advice.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 195:30—6:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Restorative Reset, with Jelisa Difo

Restorative Yoga ImageThis class will explore Restorative Yin postures done close to the ground to promote deep rest and encourage physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Appropriate for all levels, restorative yoga is practiced at a slow pace and focuses on long holds, stillness, and deep breathing.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 2010:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Thursday, July 2010:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Wiggle with the Words

elyce at storytimeJoin Elyce in the Program Room for a movement-based storytime using fun props and interactive stories. This program is geared toward ages 1-5, but all are welcome. No registration necessary.  

Thursday, July 205:00—6:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539
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[ONLINE] Chef Look Cooks

Check Look Cooks logoThis dish may be a mystery to some, or a lovely reminder of home-cooked family meals to others. Originating in the Portuguese colony of Cape Verde, jagacida made its way to our Island (as well as Chef Looks’ childhood dinner plate) through our sizeable Portuguese immigrant community.…Learn More
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Friday, July 2110:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' DIY Drop-in Puzzle Design

idea puzzleStop by the library and use our art supplies to design your very own puzzle to take home. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Friday, July 2110:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Friday, July 213:00—6:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Dungeons & Dragons: Food Fight!

yellow rpg dice in a blue bagAre you hungry for adventure, thirsty for exploration, and ready to cook up some trouble? Join dungeon master (and Library Assistant) Chris Look for our drop-in food-based Dungeons & Dragons campaign this summer. Choose your character from an array of fast food mascots, each with its own unique powers.…Learn More
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Saturday, July 228:00—10:00 AMOff Site

Beach BeFrienders Beach Cleanup

hands holding bottle capsBeach BeFrienders is a collaboration between the Vineyard Conservation Society, Island Libraries, Island DWPs and the MV Refuse District, and is dedicated to tending our beloved Island beaches. Join us every fourth Saturday to clean up an Island beach.…Learn More

Saturday, July 229:00—10:00 AMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Vinyasa Power Yoga (all levels)

people doing yogaA Vinyasa class that is therapeutic, creative, and powerful. Vinyasa (a practice designed to help you heal while keeping you in peak physical shape) incorporates elements of strength building, making it a dynamic experience. Limited yoga mats and blankets are available; if you have your own, please bring it with you.…Learn More

Saturday, July 2210:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Craft

Crafty with KerithDrop by the Children's Room crafting area and make an all-ages craft. Craft will change weekly. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Saturday, July 2210:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Saturday, July 2210:30—11:30 AMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Sound Bath with Trish Ginter

crystal singing bowlA sound bath creates an environment that allows you to pause and deeply listen, immerse yourself in sound, and offer your mind and body moments of reprieve and restoration. This experience will be led by Trish Ginter, who will use crystal singing bowls as well as other instruments to create a soundscape that will help you relax and explore deep listening.…Learn More
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Monday, July 2410:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.
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Tuesday, July 2510:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Adopt a Stuffed Animal

Stuffed animalsVisit the library every Tuesday throughout the summer to pick up a mystery bag with your own stuffed animal to read to and keep. Available while supplies last.

Tuesday, July 2510:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Tuesday, July 256:30—7:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Sounds Like Summer: Joel Harrison Quartet

sounds like summer lineupEnjoy live music on the library lawn, rain or shine! There's a different band weekly, and all shows are family-friendly and free. Bring a blanket and make it a picnic, or just come for the show. July 11 - Willy MasonJuly 18 - Jeremy Berlin Trio July 25 - Joel Harrison Quartet These performances are generously funded by the Friends of the Edgartown Free Public Library, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and Martha’s Vineyard Bank.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 2610:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Wednesday, July 263:00—5:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Drop-in Knitting Group, with Cindy Bonnell

two hands knittingCindy Bonnell, master knitter, presides over a sociable group of knitters on Wednesday afternoons in the upstairs boardroom here at the library. Knitters and aspiring knitters of all levels of experience are welcome to bring their projects and drop in for support, inspiration, and expert advice.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 265:30—6:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Restorative Reset, with Jelisa Difo

Restorative Yoga ImageThis class will explore Restorative Yin postures done close to the ground to promote deep rest and encourage physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Appropriate for all levels, restorative yoga is practiced at a slow pace and focuses on long holds, stillness, and deep breathing.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 2710:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Thursday, July 2710:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Wiggle with the Words

elyce at storytimeJoin Elyce in the Program Room for a movement-based storytime using fun props and interactive stories. This program is geared toward ages 1-5, but all are welcome. No registration necessary.  

Thursday, July 274:00—5:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

From Planet Barbecue to Chappaquiddick, with Chef and Author Steven Raichlen

Stephen RaichelinVineyard local Steven Raichlen's name is synonymous with barbecue. He is a five-time James Beard Award-winning author of 31 books, an inductee of the Barbecue Hall of Fame, a barbecue anthropologist, and a TV personality who for decades has shaped America’s obsession with live-fire cooking.…Learn More
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Friday, July 2810:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' DIY Drop-in Puzzle Design

idea puzzleStop by the library and use our art supplies to design your very own puzzle to take home. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Friday, July 2810:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Friday, July 283:00—6:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Dungeons & Dragons: Food Fight!

yellow rpg dice in a blue bagAre you hungry for adventure, thirsty for exploration, and ready to cook up some trouble? Join dungeon master (and Library Assistant) Chris Look for our drop-in food-based Dungeons & Dragons campaign this summer. Choose your character from an array of fast food mascots, each with its own unique powers.…Learn More
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Saturday, July 299:00—10:00 AMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Vinyasa Power Yoga (all levels)

people doing yogaA Vinyasa class that is therapeutic, creative, and powerful. Vinyasa (a practice designed to help you heal while keeping you in peak physical shape) incorporates elements of strength building, making it a dynamic experience. Limited yoga mats and blankets are available; if you have your own, please bring it with you.…Learn More

Saturday, July 2910:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Craft

Crafty with KerithDrop by the Children's Room crafting area and make an all-ages craft. Craft will change weekly. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Saturday, July 2910:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Saturday, July 2911:00 AM—12:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Author Talk: Brassy Broad by Alison Bass

brassy broad coverAlison Bass learned as a child to challenge the status quo. As an adult, she not only challenged but smashed it as a scrappy outlier, establishing herself as a respected and award-winning investigative journalist in a male-dominated industry. Bass grew up in Bryn Gweled, Pennsylvania (an unusual cooperative community founded by Quakers) where she gained a unique view of the world that compelled her to question everything while remaining empathetic and open-minded.…Learn More
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Monday, July 3110:00 AM—4:00 PMChildren's RoomEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Letter Writing

kids letter writingDrop in anytime during our open hours to write a letter or draw a picture to send to anyone in the US! We'll provide stamps, envelopes, and a USPS mail drop-off box. Available while supplies last.

Monday, July 313:30—4:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Kids' Drop-in Art Workshop

kids artJoin Amy Hewitt of the Old Sculpin Gallery in creating a paper tile to contribute to an installation for the Agricultural Fair! Kids will learn about line, shape, and color as well as pattern, symmetry, and repetition. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.