7 pm Monday May 16
Virtual: Birdscaping: Home Sweet Habitat

This beautifully illustrated program sponsored by Martha's Vineyard Libraries explores the importance of creating welcoming habitats for birds through thoughtful landscape choices, including native plants vital for food and nesting sites. Learn about the benefits and joys of creating beautiful layered gardens designed for avian – and human! – habitat.

Presented by Master Gardener Joan Butler, an enthusiastic gardener and birder for over 30 years. Her gardens have been included on several garden tours and feature exciting plant combinations and dramatic horticultural specimens. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and a Certificate in Landscape Management from UMass Extension Green School.  Register

Another Summer of Drawing with Elizabeth Whelan!

Beginning Wednesday May 25th, join artist Elizabeth R. Whelan for a series of 19 free intermediate-level drawing classes. She will be focusing on technique, good 'starts' for drawings, and how to move beyond simple representation to bring personal concepts into your work. To demonstrate, throughout the summer Elizabeth will follow a single theme and show you 19 different conceptual interpretations.

Anyone can join, from anywhere. The classes are free and aimed at adults who are brushing up on their drawing skills (or just starting out), however, all are welcome.

Classes will meet via Zoom every Wednesday at 11 am from May 25th - September 28th, 2022, and will be recorded. See you there!   Register for the series

In-Person Programs for Children at the Library!

10:30 am Monday May 16th
Outdoor Drop-in Storytime
Come join Weezie on Mondays at 10:30 am for drop-in storytime outdoors in the library courtyard, weather permitting. Best for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. No registration required.

3:00 pm Thursday May 19th
Kids Crafts in the Garden: Air Dry Clay
Join Jennifer in the library courtyard to make Air Dry Clay creations (weather permitting). Materials are provided and registration is not required, but attendance will be limited to first arrivals, while supplies last. Best for ages 5 and up.

10:30 am Friday May 20th
Little Explorers Indoor Storytime, Registration Required
Come join Emily on Fridays at 10:30 am for in-person storytime with your little explorer! With this interactive and hands-on storytime, come enjoy songs, stories and a sensory exploration activity to build skills for you and your little explorer. Registration is required as space is limited, and masks are required for all attendees ages five and up. Registration is for up to three people.  Register for May 20th storytime

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