Summer Library Hours

Monday: 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday: 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm
Friday: 1 pm - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: CLOSED July & August

Face masks are encouraged when visiting the library. Masks are required for ages 5 and up when attending indoor programs, for reference and tech help appointments, and at any time when COVID-19 community level is high.

If you or a family member are experiencing symptoms of illness including fever, cough, or shortness or breath, please postpone your visit.

Library Services Update

This year, the Friends of Vineyard Haven Public Library's 25th Annual 5k Run/Walk to benefit the library will be a "hybrid" event, with both in-person and virtual "run on your own" options. To register, visit runsignup.com.

[In-person] The traditional 5k event will be held at the library on Sunday, September 25th at 10 am. A free half-mile fun run for kids will be held at 9:45 am. The 5K course for this race begins next to the library on Greenwood Avenue, turning left onto Main Street and proceeding up Main Street to the West Chop Lighthouse, then returning down Main Street to the library. Registration for the in-person 5k is $30. A selection of past year's t-shirts in a variety of colors will be available to 5k participants on race day.

[Virtual] For those who prefer to run the race on their own time, register today, and go virtual -- run or walk a 5k anytime between now and September 25th. Virtual participants can run or walk any 5k course of their choosing.  Your donation of $25 for the "virtual" option will help the Friends continue to support library programs and services in the coming year.

All registered participants, both in-person and virtual, will be entered into a raffle drawing!

Please note that due to COVID-19 there is a risk that the in-person event on September 25th will be cancelled. In the event of cancellation no refunds will be issued, thank you for understanding.

Children & Teen Summer Reading Program

Visit the library to sign up for our annual Summer Reading program for children and teens! Reading incentives sponsored by Tisbury Toy Box, Island Alpaca, Sideline, and the Friends of the Library.

Pre-Reader Summer Reading
Pre-Readers, best suited for ages 0-5, can participate in Summer Reading by doing a Family Bingo card! Each time one row is completed, pre-readers can come to the library to select a prize. 

School Age Summer Reading
School Age Readers, best suited for ages 6-12, can participate in Summer Reading by doing a Summer Reading Log. When signing up, readers will set their reading goal for the Summer. When the reading goal is complete, you can select a prize at the Vineyard Haven Library. 

Teen Summer Reading
Teens can earn prizes by completing squares on our summer challenge sheet! Contact Young Adult Librarian Jennifer for more info!

Summer Programs
Check out our summer calendar for all the fun events at the library this summer including weekly storytimes, crafts, and special events! This week: lantern painting, fairy houses and storytime!

Please note that most in-person progams this year will be held outside, weather permitting. Some events will be held at partner locations. Visit the library website or the library's Youth Services Facebook page for the most complete and up-to-date information.

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