OFF-SEASON HOURS**
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: 10:30 - 5:00
WEDNESDAY: 10:30 - 6:00
THURSDAY: 10:30 - 5:00
FRIDAY: 10:30 - 1:30
SATURDAY: 10:30 - 5:00
The library will be closed on Friday 11/11 in observation of Veterans Day.
The library will be open from 10:30 to 1:30 on Wednesday 11/23, and closed on Thursday 11/24 in observation of Thanksgiving Day.

MV library patrons now have free online access to both the NY Times and the Washington Post.

For free access to the New York Times online, click HERE and enter the code c59d2806040934a2.

Create a username and password that you will use for your first login and for every future visit to the New York Times online.

Your code will give you unlimited access to articles for 72 hours. When your 72-hour access expires, return to that sign-in page to activate a redemption code for additional 72 hours of access with your New York Times account.

For free access the Washington Post online, click HERE which will take you to the library landing page where you can sign in for unlimited access to the newspaper website with a 7-day pass. You can renew your pass whenever needed by returning to this webpage and following the link above. Library newspaper passes will allow you to access this content anywhere you have internet access, on any device.

Complimentary access to NYTimes.com and WashingtonPost.com is sponsored by the Martha's Vineyard Library Association.

Expecting family to visit you on the island during the holiday season? Traveling off island to visit relatives? Why not check out one of our board games?
The following games are just a small selection of the many modern and classic games we have available to check out:

Games for Children
Apples to Apples
King of Tokyo
Jenga
Zingo
Candyland
Life
Battleship

Games for Families
Scrabble
Ticket to Ride
Backgammon
Cribbage
Risk

14+ Games
Dominion
Azul
Wingspan
Betrayal at House on the Hill
Cards against Humanity
Drop by the library today and pick up a new game!

The Chilmark Free Public Library is pleased to offer individuals, groups, or organizations the opportunity to display their art exhibits. This policy is intended to encourage equitable access to local artists.
Goals of the exhibits in the library include:

- Supporting community cultural and artistic activities

- Encouraging individuals to contribute to the appreciation of the arts

- Broadening horizons by presenting a wide range of art, collections, or displays

- Nourishing intellectual, aesthetic, and creative growth

- Reaching non-traditional library patrons

Criteria
All exhibits submitted for approval by the Art Advisory Committee will be considered via the criteria listed below:

Artist’s original work

Collaboration with a cross-disciplined program or performance

Historical, local, or regional relevance

Artist expression

Appropriateness to special events, anniversaries, holidays, etc.

Representation of a minority group, influential movement, genre, trend, or national culture

Suitability for public display

Ease of installation in Program Room

Exhibitions typically run for 3 weeks in the summer and 1 month during the rest of the year. The summer is defined as June, July, and August.

Email [email protected] for the application and rules. or call 508-645-3360 for more information.

The Chilmark Library of Things is a collection of games, tools, consumer electronics, and more that you can check out with your library card!  All items go out for two weeks.
Examples of items currently in our collection:
Birding kit, with binoculars and device to recognize bird calls
Handheld camcorder
Gardening kit with a gloves, tools, and a sample of seeds
Ukulele
Electric keyboard
Bongos
Bocce ball set
Spikeball set
And much more!
Stop by the library today to check out an item! These items can be placed on hold at the Chilmark Library.

Creativebug is a collection of arts and crafts video tutorials, giving you on-demand access to expert instruction in drawing, painting, sewing, knitting, crocheting, quilting, baking, and more. 
Each of Creativebug’s high-quality videos includes an in-depth description, a materials list, transcript, and community discussion section. With new classes added daily, you’ll never run out of amazing things to make!
With Creativebug, you can turn your crafting dreams into reality. Click here to get started today!

Introducing a new digital database for children and kids: ComicsPlus! Read comics on your digital device wherever or whenever. No holds, no waitlists, no borrowing limits. Read ALL the comics and graphic novels!

Patrons must have a Chilmark library card to register (a library card that begins with 1600000) for ComicsPlus. Click here to register today!

Technology help by appointment on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Bring your tablet, ereader, computer, phone, or any questions about library technology services. Call the library at 508-645-3360 or email [email protected] to reserve an appointment.

Wifi Hotspots are back at the Chilmark Library! Hotspots are available for CLAMS patrons to borrow for two (2) weeks. Hotspots are available first-come, first served with no immediate renewal. Hotspot must be picked up and dropped off at the Chilmark Library.

New Adult Programs

Please email Adult Programming Coordinator Tracy Thorpe at [email protected]g to sign up, get Zoom invite, and/or ask questions. 

Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 29, at 7:00 PM: Knitting Group at the Chilmark Library

Knit like the Herring Girls! Join our group inspired by the gansey –a traditional British fishermen’s sweater. Everyone welcome, beginners too!

Email [email protected] for more information
Free. Sponsored by the Friends of the Chilmark Library. 508-645-3360.

Click here for More Information