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June 2013 News
Sturgis Library
Barnstable Village
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Don't Miss History Along Route 6A
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History Along Route 6A
Saturday, 1 June through Monday, 10 June
 Celebrate the rich history of the Old King's Highway at this series of free and low-cost events taking place up and down Route 6A in Barnstable and Yarmouth Port. This is a great--and affordable way--for residents and visitors alike to learn about these old and beautiful villages.
Events include an architectural walking tour of Yarmouth Port with Sarah Jane Porter and Duncan Oliver, a historical walking tour of the Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary with Ian Ives, an open house at the Barnstable Historical Society, blacksmith Jim Ellis at the forge by the Old Jail, free admission to exhibits at the Coast Guard Heritage Museum and the Unitarian Church of Barnstable (with a costumed interpreter!), free tours of the Winslow Crocker House and the Captain Bangs Hallet House in Yarmouth Port (be sure to mention "History Along Route 6A" at both locations!), a reading of Civil War letters and reminiscences presented by the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth at the New Church ($10 suggested donation), a musical concert with Just Plain Folk, a lecture on Barnstable Harbor during the glacial period, a children's gravestone rubbing craft (not real gravestones, don't worry!) and a Cape Cod-themed book sale at Sturgis Library, lectures on the Archaeology of Taylor-Bray Farm and the History Collections at Yarmouth Port Library and talk about Barnstable's Schools at Tales of Cape Cod (followed by the Mercy Otis Warren Woman of the Year A ward presentation).Also available at Sturgis Library, Yarmouth Port Library and the participating inns is "A Taste of History." This cookbook contains breakfast/brunch recipes, along with a brief history of the establishments, contributed by the historical inns along Route 6A, and a portion of proceeds will go to the two libraries. The books are $10.
Please visit the History Along Route 6A web page for the most up-to-date listings, as well as dates, times and a more-detailed description of the programs. Questions? Call 508-362-6636 or email Antonia at sturgisreference@comcast.net
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Nathaniel Philbrick and Bunker Hill
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 Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 8th at 6 PM when Sturgis Library and Tales of Cape Cod will present a reading and book signing by celebrated author Nathaniel Philbrick. He will be discussing his latest book Bunker Hill : a City, a Seige, a Revolution which was just released in April.
Tickets are $25 and include appetizers, wine, and soft drinks. A portion of the proceeds benefits Tales of Cape Cod and Sturgis Library. Tickets will be sold at Sturgis Library starting June 1, 2013. Stop by the Library to purchase yours, or call us at 508-362-6636 to reserve tickets and pay by credit card. The event will be held at the Village Hall (home of the Barnstable Comedy Club), 3171 Main Street (Route 6A), in Barnstable Village. Parking is available behind the building. |
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Adult Programs
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Adult Craft Workshops - June
Wednesdays @ 3:00 p.m.
|  Explore your creativity and have fun at our spring craft workshops for adults 18 and over, conducted by Sturgis staff member Magda Brancato. Classes are limited to 10 people, and there is a $5 materials fee. Call to register.
12 & 19 June - Mosaics: Participants will use crockery shards, glass beads and other items to create artistic images in the spirit of artists of the ancient world.
26 June - Meditation Stones: The beautiful and peaceful patterns of mandalas have been used for centuries as focusing aids for meditation and spiritual pursuits. In this class, participants will create mandala-like designs on stones they have collected themselves to use as meditation aids or just for decoration. No experience necessary--your imagination will be your guide!
__________________________________________________________________________ End of the Age of the Battleship - Dawn of the Age of Airpower
Tuesday, 18 June @ 6:30 p.m.  Join maritime historian Mark Wilkins, currently Associate Exhibits Developer at Mystic Seaport, for a discussion of the paradigm shift that occurred in naval operations on 7 December 1941. The events of Pearl Harbor marked the end of the line for the battleship as aircraft carriers moved to the forefront. Part of Cape Cod Maritime Days! This talk is free, but registration is requested. __________________________________________________________________________ Upcoming Adult Programs: - Finding Humor in a Multiple Sclerosis Life - 9 July
- Tools and Strategies for Empowering the Educational Community - 16 July
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Teen Artists Coalition
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Sturgis Library is delighted to launch our latest collaborative youth program: The Teen Artists Coalition of Cape Cod. This "society" of young artisans will gather one Saturday per month to engage in cutting-edge creative self expression. Each 3 hour studio project will be relevant and enthralling but also chosen to ensure success, in support of our ultimate goal for this program - to empower our young adults with self esteem and healthy/constructive coping strategies for the difficult road of life ahead. Collaborative instruction will be provided by local artisan, Nettie Berkeley and Youth Services Librarian, Megan McClelland Nickerson. The program (including materials) will be offered free of charge. At such a critical time in personal development, it's
especially important to have "cool" alternatives that satisfy boredom and curiosity - art is a healthy addiction! A graffiti art mural designed and created collectively as part of this program will become the Teen Artists Coalition logo and will be leveraged for future promotion and fundraising efforts. The first 6 sessions are partially sponsored by The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod and we will enthusiastically aim to continue/sustain this engaging safe haven for Cape Cod teens.
Registration Required - Space Limited To 12 Teens (ages 13+) Per Saturday. To register for any of the following programs, please call the Library at 508-362-6636 or email Megan at sturgiskids@comcast.net.
June 15th, 12-3pm - Jewelry Making for Guys & Girls
July 13th, 12-3pm - Collaborative Mission Graffiti Art Mural
August 10th, 12-3pm - Tile Art
September 21st, 12-3pm - DIY Henna Paste & Body Art for Guys & Girls
October 19th, 12-3pm - Hammered Metal & Stamped Clay Art
*Please eat lunch prior to the program!
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Calling all Volunteers
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 Sturgis Library is run by a small staff of 10 people, but behind the scenes there are over 50 volunteers who perform numerous essential jobs, including: - Serving on the Board of Trustees
- Serving on Board committees
- Assisting with events and fundraisers
- Assisting with and leading programs and workshops
- Working on projects in our historical collections and archives
- Working in the Book and Gift Shop
- Shelving, processing, and organizing library materials
- Helping with mailings
- And more!
We are always seeking volunteers for these roles, and encourage you to contact us if you would like to get more involved at the Sturgis Library. For more information, contact Lucy Loomis, Library Director, at 508-362-8448, or send her an email at sturgislibrary@comcast.net. You may also fill out a brief Volunteer Application and mail, fax, or deliver it to the Library. We look forward to talking with you about volunteer opportunities! |
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Exhibits and Displays
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 The following artists will be featured in 2013:
Simpkins Room Gallery Exhibit
- June 2013: Suzanne Kelly's Winslow Homer Prints
- July 2013: TBA
- August 2013: Photographs / Senior Exhibit
Lobby Exhibits & Displays
- June 2013: Suzanne Kelly's Winslow Homer Prints
- July 2013: Tiny sculptures by Caroline Williams and Ship Models from the Coast Guard Heritage Museum
- August 2013: Decoupage by Magda Brancato
Do you have artwork, photography, sculpture, crafts, a collection, or other interesting items to exhibit? Contact Lucy Loomis at 508-362-6636 or drop her an email at sturgislibrary@comcast.net.
You can get more information about our exhibit spaces on our website. To see a list of upcoming exhibits and displays, check out the Now Showing page.
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of exhibited art, photography, and crafts benefits the Sturgis Library. Proceeds are used to enhance library services and programs. |
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Save the Date...for Autumnfest!
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Autumn Brilliance & Daylilies
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 We'd like to thank NStar for donating a new tree for the front yard of the Sturgis Library. The plant is called Autumn Brilliance or Autumn Serviceberry, and it boasts lovely spring flowers, showy edible berries, and great fall color. It stays fairly compact, but will grow large enough to provide a bit of shade for the stone bench which was donated in the 1990s by Shepley Wood Products. We think it will make a great addition to the Sturgis Library landscape.
We'd also like to thank Phyllis Davis for planting a new bed of daylilies at the rear of the library. We're looking forward to seeing the many varieties that will be blooming throughout the summer and fall. We appreciate your efforts, Phyllis!
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Old MacDonald Had a 4th of July Float!
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 Farm animals and float designers needed! Want to help put together the Sturgis Library float for the Barnstable Village 4th of July parade? Miss Megan needs your help decorating, dressing up as farm animals, riding the float, and tossing candy to the crowds. Parents, grandparents and kids can contact Megan at sturgiskids@comcast.net or 508-362-6636 to sign up to help. |
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Caps for Sale...and more!
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New in the Gift Shop -- Sturgis Library Caps
Adjustable caps are available in three weathered colors -- faded red, faded black, and faded blue. Buy one for yourself or for family and friends -- it's a great way to support Sturgis Library and make a very Cape Cod fashion statement. Caps are $15 each. Maps of Barnstable Village and CD-ROM searchable maps are in stock:  Bird's Eye View of Barnstable Village -- $30  | Street Map of Barnstable Village -- $15
Plus, two searchable CD-ROMS of maps sell for $30 each:
- 1858 Walling Map of Barnstable, Dukes & Nantucket Counties, Massachusetts
- Old Maps of New England 1580-1790
To purchase these maps or other items from our gift shop, please contact Lucy Loomis, Library Director, at 508-362-8448 or send her an email at sturgislibrary@comcast.net. |
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Preschool Storytime
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Come join us for Drop-In Preschool Storytime every Thursday morning at 11:00! Miss Megan will share stories, songs, fingerplays, and more! The program is geared to children ages 2-5 and their parents or caregiver, but siblings are welcome to attend. No need to register -- just drop in!
Keep an eye on our events calendar or follow us on facebook to hear about the latest programs for children, young adults and their families.
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Can You Recommend a Good Book?
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Staff Reads:
Here are some current and recent reads and viewings from our staff members:
- Antonia
- Winter Journal by Paul Auster (memoir)
- The Twelve by Justin Cronin (post-apocalyptic speculative fiction)
- Julie
- Gulp: Adventures of the Alimentary Canal by Mary Roach (humorous science writing)
- Lucy
- The Movement of the Stars by Amy Brill (novel set in Nantucket)
- Man Ray Portraits by Terrence Pepper (non-fiction photography)
- The Big C (HBO TV series on DVD starring Laura Linney)
- Lisa
- Carrie and Me: A Mother-Daughter Love Story by Carol Burnett (memoir)
- With or Without You by Domenica Ruta (memoir)
- McDougall Quick and Easy Cookbook by John A. and Mary McDougall (cookbook)
- Eric
- Argo (movie directed by Ben Affleck -- winner of this year's Academy Award for Best Picture)
- Downton Abbey (Masterpiece Theatre TV series created by Julian Fellowes)
More Reading Suggestions:
Be sure to check out the Library's blog for reviews of newly-purchased books, staff reading selections and other Readers' Advisory tips. Check out what's coming up in June! You can read the blog at sturgislibrary.blogspot.com.
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Become a Sturgis Sustainer
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 Some of you may have recently received our Annual Appeal letter in the mail, asking for your help in reaching our FY13 fundraising goal. Read on to find out how easy it is to give online!
As you know from previous issues of this newsletter, the Sturgis Library relies on your generous donations for 60% of our annual operating budget. We appreciate the support of our many donors.
We want to make it easier for you to give to the library on a regular basis, and so we have established a new monthly giving program where you can tell us how much you want to give each month, and the amount will automatically be charged to your credit card. Your donation of $5, $10, $25, or $50 a month (or more!) makes a huge difference to the Library, and helps us meet our fundraising goal.
As a thank-you, we're offering your choice of a Sturgis Library Bistro mug or Sturgis Library cap for signing up for monthly donations or for giving $100 or more a year. This offer is good only through June 30th, so make your donation soon! To donate online through our website using your credit card or Paypal account, CLICK HERE. If you prefer to donate directly by check, or if you have questions about our giving options, please contact Library Director Lucy Loomis at 508-362-8448 or send her an email at sturgislibrary@comcast.net. |
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Laptops for Kidz
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 Donate your gently used laptop to the Laptops for Kidz program!
Sturgis Library is partnering with the Masonic Angel Fund to provide gently used laptops to students at Barnstable-West Barnstable Elementary School. Drop off your laptop at the Library, and it will be refurbished and donated to a local student in need. For more information, visit the Laptops for Kidz website or stop by the Library and ask for a brochure. When you're ready to donate, bring your laptop to the circulation desk and fill out a donation form! It's just that easy. |
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Library Hours
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The Sturgis Library will be open regular hours during the month of June. We will be CLOSED on Thursday, July 4th, to celebrate Independence Day. Regular hours are: | |
Monday 10 AM to 5 PM
Tuesday 1 PM to 8 PM
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 10 AM to 5 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM
Sunday & major holidays CLOSED
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Do you have questions about the Sturgis Library? Contact us:
Sturgis Library Board and Staff
Ted Lowrie, President, Board of Trustees
Dan Santos, Vice President, Board of Trustees
John Ehret, Treasurer, Board of Trustees
Betsy Newell, Secretary, Trustees
Lucy Loomis, Library Director
Antonia Stephens, Assistant Director/Adult Services Librarian
Megan Nickerson, Youth Services Librarian
Karen Horn, Circulation Supervisor
For a complete list of staff and Board members, click here.
Phone & Fax:
Phone: 508-362-6636
Fax: 508-362-5467
Email:
sturgislibrary@comcast.net
Website:
http://www.sturgislibrary.org
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