October 2024

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Tuesday, October 11:00—2:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Writing Workshop Series with Moira Silva

Moira SilvaIn this five-week writing course, taught by award-winning writer and instructor Moira Silva, writers are invited to tell the story closest to them. These workshops will include a blend of exercises, readings, and discussions. All genres are welcome, with an emphasis on memoir writing.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 39:30—10:30 AMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Friends of the Edgartown Public Library - monthly meeting

Friends of the Edgartown Public Library - monthly meetingThe Friends' monthly meetings are scheduled on the first Thursday of the month. These meetings are open to the public, and all are welcome and invited to attend!IN PERSON MEETINGS: Meetings are in person at the library from June through September from 9am-10am.…Learn More

Thursday, October 36:00—8:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

International Film Nights: "Amerikatsi" (Armenia, 2022)

Amerikatsi movie posterFilm nights are back at the library on Thursdays. Every week, we’ll be showing stellar, award-winning international films from recent years. Coffee, tea, and dessert will be served. In 1948, Charlie returns to Armenia after escaping to the US as a young boy during the Armenian genocide.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 81:00—2:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Writing Workshop Series with Moira Silva

Moira SilvaIn this five-week writing course, taught by award-winning writer and instructor Moira Silva, writers are invited to tell the story closest to them. These workshops will include a blend of exercises, readings, and discussions. All genres are welcome, with an emphasis on memoir writing.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 106:00—8:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

International Film Night: "The Monk and the Gun" (Bhutan, 2023)

The Monk and the Gun movie posterEvery Thursday evening, we’ll be showing stellar, award-winning international films from recent years. Coffee, tea, and dessert will be served. In 2006, as Bhutan prepares to transition to a democratic government, a young monk is instructed to procure firearms in preparation for the impending upheaval.…Learn More

Thursday, October 107:00—8:00 PMZoom

[Online] Author Talk: "The Booklover’s Library" by Madeline Martin

book lover's library coverJoin historical fiction author Madeline Martin for a discussion about her newest release, The Booklover's Library, a heartwarming story about a mother and daughter in wartime England and the power of the books that bring them together. Click here to place a hold on The Booklover’s Library in CLAMS.…Learn More
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Friday, October 114:30—6:00 PMZoom

[Online] Build It, Build It Better: Poetry Workshop with Donald Nitchie

person writing poetry at a deskIn this monthly writing workshop with poet Donald Nitchie, participants will have an opportunity to create their own poem, prompted by a selection of poetry which will be read at the beginning of the workshop. Poets will also have a chance to read and discuss their own poem during the second half of the workshop, although there is no pressure to share.…Learn More
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Monday, October 14Closed

Edgartown Free Public Library

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Tuesday, October 151:00—2:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Writing Workshop Series with Moira Silva

Moira SilvaIn this five-week writing course, taught by award-winning writer and instructor Moira Silva, writers are invited to tell the story closest to them. These workshops will include a blend of exercises, readings, and discussions. All genres are welcome, with an emphasis on memoir writing.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 176:00—8:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

International Film Night: "The Teachers’ Lounge" (Germany, 2023)

The Teachers Lounge movie posterEvery week, we’ll be showing stellar, award-winning international films from recent years. Coffee, tea, and dessert will be served. Click on the titles below for more details. Teacher Carla Nowak decides to get involved when one of her students is suspected of theft.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 221:00—2:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Writing Workshop Series with Moira Silva

Moira SilvaIn this five-week writing course, taught by award-winning writer and instructor Moira Silva, writers are invited to tell the story closest to them. These workshops will include a blend of exercises, readings, and discussions. All genres are welcome, with an emphasis on memoir writing.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 241:00—2:00 PMZoom

[Online] A History of Shipwrecks with Captain Greg Ketchen

Captain Greg KetchenLearn all about historic shipwrecks south and east of Massachusetts with retired US Coast Guard captain Greg Ketchen. This region has been called the Graveyard of the North Atlantic, with over 3,000 wrecks here since European sailors first began exploring the shores of the western Atlantic.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 261:00—4:00 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Acrylic Painting Workshop with Jennifer Burkin

Acrylic Painting October 2024Professional artist and art educator Jennifer Burkin teaches this group acrylic painting class. You will create your own painting inspired by the work and techniques of Richard Diebenkorn. This is a chance to explore your creativity and develop your artistic skills.…Learn More
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Monday, October 287:00—8:00 PMZoom

[Online] Haunted Lighthouses of New England with Jeremy D'Entremont

haunted lighthousesLighthouses and ghost stories often seem to go hand-in-hand. Join author, presenter, and lighthouse expert Jeremy D’Entremont for some fascinating and haunting tales about historic lighthouses across New England. Click here to browse Jeremy D’Entremont’s books in CLAMS.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 291:00—2:30 PMEdgartown Free Public LibraryEdgartown Free Public Library26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA, 02539

Writing Workshop Series with Moira Silva

Moira SilvaIn this five-week writing course, taught by award-winning writer and instructor Moira Silva, writers are invited to tell the story closest to them. These workshops will include a blend of exercises, readings, and discussions. All genres are welcome, with an emphasis on memoir writing.…Learn More
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