CLAMS News

What’s Falmouth Reading? 2012

2012-01-26T08:58:00.000-05:00

2012 is the 10th year that Falmouth residents have joined together to share a common reading experience facilitated by the What’s Falmouth Reading? Committee. This year, in observance of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, our town wide read is SEEN THE GLORY: a Novel of the Battle of Gettysburg, by John Hough, Jr. Mr. Hough will be speaking in Falmouth at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 4 at the Morse Pond School Auditorium, 323 Jones Road. This event is open to the public FREE of charge.

Hough is a resident of nearby Martha’s Vineyard, but spent much of his youth in Falmouth. His family has strong ties to the area, via the local newspapers. His grandfather was editor of the Falmouth Enterprise and his great-uncle was editor of the Vineyard Gazette. He himself worked as a reporter at the Falmouth Enterprise during the summers of 1966-67.
The author of eight books, he has written both nonfiction and novels. SEEN THE GLORY is a coming of age novel as well as a war story. It follows the Chandler brothers of Martha’s Vineyard, aged 16 and 18, as they join the Union Army and evolve from sheltered youths to trained military men, their experience climaxing at the Battle of Gettysburg.
Yet, SEEN THE GLORY is more than a war story. Concerned with social issues for many years, Hough realistically describes the way of life of both the Islanders, and the Southerners. He pays particular attention in the novel to the difficult position of African Americans during the Civil War in both the North and the South.
See the full list of upcoming events.

Need help with eBooks? - additonal times/venues added

2012-01-25T16:00:00.000-05:00

Do you need help downloading eBooks to your new eReader?
The following libraries offer demos and help sessions.

All CLAMS public libraries offer information and help on an as-needed basis in addition to locations and classes listed below. See a list of CLAMS libraries.

Brooks Free Library, Harwich
Basic eBook help:
Tuesdays: 11 am to 12:30 pm: Drop in Help - no appointment necessary

Saturdays 11 am to 12:30 pm: Drop in Help - no appointment necessary

Thursdays: 1:00, 1:30and 2:00 PM, by appointment. Tel: 508-430-7562

Cotuit Public Library
Tech Help Thursdays
eBooks as well as Digital Cameras, etc.

20 minutes of one-on-one technology-related help.
Sign up in advance is required for a specific time:
10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am, 11:30 am, 7:00 pm, or 7:30 pm.
Tel. 508-428-8141 email: librarian@cotuitlibrary.org

Eastham Public Library New!
Tuesday, February 7 6:30 pm Ipad Users Group

Join other enthusiastic ipad users for a new users group for both experienced users and learners, to exchange tips tricks and shortcuts that will help you use your ipad for a broader variety of tasks. Particularly to learn how to use your Ipad to download books for free from the CLAMS library system. For further information contact Cheryl Bryan at 508-240-5950

Falmouth Public Library
IPad/Kindle/Nook Demonstrations:
Thurs. Jan 26 - 10 - 11 AM - Main
Mon. Jan 30 - 10 - 11 AM - Main
Main = Falmouth Main Library
East = East Branch

Marstons Mills Library:
Computer Classes for Seniors includes a session on eReaders and eBooks on

February 2nd: 9:00-10:00am

Registration is limited. Call 508-428-5175 ext. 15 or drop by the library to sign up.

Snow Library, Orleans:
eBook download demos
Mondays 11 am to 12 pm

Tuesdays 4 pm to 5 pm

Saturdays 11 am to 12 pm

Vineyard Haven Public Library
Library eBooks and Downloadable Audiobooks and Music
Saturdays, 10am to noon
Drop in to learn about free downloadable books and music, or to see a demonstration of eReaders including Nook, Kindle, and Sony Reader.

West Dennis Library New!
The Library on your digital device
January 30 and February 13 at 4pm.

West Falmouth Library
Digital Download Workshop
Wednesday, February 8th, 2:30 to 4:30
Drop in to learn how to use your CLAMS library card and the CLAMS OverDrive software with your home computer, laptop, or e-readers to borrow free e-books, videos and music.

Yarmouth Town Library
One on One Ebook Help available. Contact Trish at 508.760.4820 x4 to make an appointment.

For more information click on the library's name above to visit the website and to find contact phone information and library location.

Eastham: iPad users Feb 7th

2012-01-25T15:55:00.002-05:00

Tuesday, February 7 6:30 pm Ipad Users Group

For further information contact Cheryl Bryan at 508-240-5950

Jonathan Bourne Library : Upcoming events

2012-01-25T13:35:00.004-05:00

Boston Bruins - Cradles to Crayons Pajama Drive
February 1 - February 28 The Jonathan Bourne Public Library is partnering with Cradles to Crayons and the Boston Bruins to provide new or gently-used pajamas to local children in need in Massachusetts.

You can make a difference by bringing donations to the Jonathan Bourne Public Library, 19 Sandwich Road, Bourne.

Have question? Contact Terry Johnson at (508) 759-0644 X106.

Teen Advisory Board MeetingJoin us February 2, 5:30 - 7:00 pm at the Jonathan Bourne Public Library

Have something to say? We want to hear it!

Have a hand in building your community

Meet with your peers

Create your own clubs and activities

Added Bonus? Free Pizza and Prizes!

Any student in 5th grade or older is welcome to attend.
You must RSVP to Terry Johnson, 508-759-0644 X106 or email: tjohnson@bournelibrary.org
Our Teen Advisory Board is sponsored by Federal funding provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Centerville Library : Author Talk rescheduled for Feb. 18th

2012-01-20T15:25:00.000-05:00

Due to an expected significant snowfall on Saturday we have decided to postpone the author talk with Martin Sandler.
Mr. Sandler has rescheduled for Saturday, February 18th at 2:30.

Martin Sandler writes mainly non-fiction American history books, making history come alive for adults and students. He has received two Pulitzer Prize nominations, a Boston Horn Book Award and seven Emmy Awards. He has produced and written numerous series for television; he is the creator and co-writer for the acclaimed "This Was America" series with William Shatner.
His talk at the Library will feature his forthcoming works which include:
The Impossible Rescue: The True Story of an Amazing Artic Adventure
The Letters of John F. Kennedy
A book about Japanese-American internment during World War II and a book on the 50th anniversary of the Beatles

Eldredge (Chatham): January, Februrary events

2012-01-20T13:00:00.000-05:00

January 29 at 2:00 pm “Senior Facilities on Cape Cod” Kevin Comick, Director of Seashore Point a residential community in Provincetown, will speak about senior facilities available on Cape Cod. Mr. Comic is a graduate of Bentley College and has over 20 years experience in the healthcare profession.

February 5 at 2:00 pm “CK Art by Cindy Knight” Cindy Knight will present a showcase of her flower displays that she has exhibited in the Boston Flower Show, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Topsfield Fair Flower Show and many more. She will also talk about her experiences as a flower show exhibitor.

February 10 at 2:00 pm Book and Author Event with author Irene Paine Irene Paine will be here to talk about her book Eva and Henry: A Cape Cod Marriage, which won a silver Independent Publisher Book Award. This is the story of Eva and Henry Smith, during their later 19th century marriage in Wellfleet, Cape Cod. The author was inspired by the tales of her own ancestors, the sea captains from Cape Cod and the self-reliant women they married.

Ongoing events:

February 11 at 2:00 pm Book to Film Discussion Group The Eldredge Public Library is hosting a monthly Book-to-Film discussion group. Each month read the selected title and come to the library to watch the film and discuss the book vs. the movie! Copies of the selected title are available at the circulation desk each month. The selection for this month is Be Cool by Elmore Legend

20th Annual Cape-Wide Family Library Event February 18th

2012-01-19T15:33:00.000-05:00

Magic by Scott Jameson!

Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 1:00 PM
Tilden Arts Center, Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MA
Tickets: Only $2.00 if purchased at participating Cape Cod libraries (Call your local library first to check if they have tickets); $3.00 at the door.
Sponsored by the Cape Cod Children’s Librarians Roundtable, Cape Cod Community College, Random House Inc. and Cape Cod Five Charitable Foundation.
http://www.scottjameson.com

Board Games at the Centerville Public Library

2012-01-19T15:01:00.000-05:00

Gaming Night
Tuesday February 21st and March 20th, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. A series with Wicked Fun Games and Matt Donle. Smart, challenging and New. For adults, young adults and parents with kids over 8. Visit the library website for more information.

Centerville Library: Mass. Audubon Series

2012-01-19T15:00:00.000-05:00

Birds A-Z
Learn to Bird in 4 classes! Presented by the Mass Audubon Mid and Upper Cape Sanctuaries. Jan. 28 Intro to birding Feb. 25 Using a field guide and recognizing field marks March 31 Using a field guide continued April 28 Birding at home Bring a field guide if you have one.

West Dennis Library: Tai Chi

2012-01-19T13:38:00.000-05:00

You don't have to whisper . . .: Tai Chi

West Dennis Library: Truffle-Making Demonstration and Tasting

2012-01-19T13:35:00.000-05:00

You don't have to whisper . . .: Truffle-Making Demonstration and Tasting

Digital Downloads - Most downloaded

2012-01-06T14:29:00.001-05:00

View the Most Downloaded Titles not just at CLAMS for December 2011.

Woods Hole P.L. January/February

2012-01-05T08:31:00.001-05:00

Winter Film Series
There will be kids’ films every Saturday in January and February. They will be shown at 3 pm in the lower level meeting room and are free and open to the public.

Films for adults will be shown on second Mondays at 7 pm.
Next film will be on February 13, 7 PM.

Wednesday, January 25, 7:30 PM
Peace Corps volunteer Amy Liljestrand will give an illustrated talk about her time in Guatamala
Free!

Kids’ Cello Recital
Nikki Patton’s students, the Chappaqoit Quartet
Saturday, January 28, 7 PM
Donation is suggested.

Visit http://www.woodsholepubliclibrary.org/ for more information

Brooks Free Library (Harwich) Special Events

2012-01-04T13:13:00.001-05:00

Saturday January 28, 2-3 pm:
An Afternoon with Anne LeClaire. Join us for a visit with Anne LeClaire, fellow Cape Codder and author of The Lavender Hour and Listening below the Noise, among many other wonderful titles.

Brewster Ladies' Library January Events

2012-01-04T12:57:00.002-05:00

Art Show and Reception at the Library

An exhibit of mic-a-rt,photography and sculpture titled Old Friends/New Visions III will be on displayJanuary 3 through the 31. The exhibit features the works of TerrenceBoylan, photography; Richard Grant, oils, watercolor and ink; and Ed LymanRondeau, metal sculpture.

Author Talk Chip Bishop Tuesday, January 31 at 10:30 a.m.

Please join author Chip Bishop fora discussion and signing of his new book The Lion and the Journalist a dualbiography of Theodore Roosevelt and Joseph Bucklin Bishop. A richly drawnportrait, this is a remarkable story of a little-known but vital friendship ofTheodore Roosevelt and his friend and biographer, newspaperman Joseph BucklinBishop. Mr. Bishop has written extensively for radio and television news,newspapers and industry trade journals. Admission is free. All are welcome.

Join the Circle of Knitters Thursday January 12 & Wednesday,January 25 10 am

All levels of knitters arewelcome, from those who are anxious to begin to advanced knitters. Come andlearn, share patterns and meet new friends as you do your knits and purls.

Story Hour and Toddler Town at the Library

Story Hour for childrenages 2 and up is held on Wednesday mornings at10:30 am. This early learning experience includes stories, songs craft andsnack. Toddler Town for children birthto 3 is held on Thursday mornings at 10 am. Toddler Town features free play and movement.

After School Craft at the Library

Children ages 3 and upare invited to an after school craft program onThursday, January 12 at 4:00 p.m. Make asnowman door decoration to welcome winter.

Yarmouth Port Library - Events

2012-01-04T12:38:00.000-05:00

Attention Knitters! Here's your chance to enjoy mornings at the library with like-minded people. Share projects and pointers. Learn new techniques. Chat with fellow knitters. Beginners are always welcome.
Meets first and third Monday of each month from 9:30 to 11 AM
For more information call: Dinah Wolff at 508-362-7660

West Dennis Library ongoing events

2012-01-04T12:06:00.000-05:00

The book club meets the third Wednesday of the month, and they are reading The Great House for January. The group chooses it's next book to read each month. Everyone is welcome, and all opinions count on what to read next. The next meeting is on 1/18.

Mah Jongg meets every Thursday @ 10 AM. All players and skill levels are welcome. Come watch and learn the basics or come prepared to sweep the game.

The Movie Club meets the third Friday of the month @ 6 PM. The group is choosing the 2012 list of movies during the January meeting. Everyone is welcome. Popcorn and drinks provided; conversation is lively! January's meeting is on 1/20

The Friends of the West Dennis Library are offering the second Sunday series again this year. Every second Sunday from January to April will feature a different Alfred Hitchcock film. The films start @ 2 PM. The first Hitchcock film in the series will be Rear Window on January 8.

Visit the new West Dennis Library website for a full calendar of events

Barnstable Libraries: January events

2012-01-03T13:10:00.000-05:00

Check out upcoming and ongoing events at all seven Barnstable Libraries on the libraries' joint calendar.
Or visit the individual library's website.
The seven libraries are: Sturgis (Barnstable Village), Centerville, Cotuit, Hyannis, Marstons Mills, Osterville, Whelden (West Barnstable).
CLAMS Libraries

Eastham : What do you Geek?

2012-01-03T08:44:00.001-05:00

The library supports everyone's interests. This month we'll hold a series of talks by your friends and neighbors about what they GEEK.

January 26 2pm Textile Arts by Judy Sebastian
January 28 2pm The Ukelele by Eleanor Rogers

In addition our regular programs continue.

For families Storytime 10:30, every Friday 10:30
Lego club for children every Tuesday 4-5:30
Toddler play group every Wednesday 10:30

See http://www.geekthelibrary.org/ for a definition of "geek" and more.

Snow Library, Orleans : January concert series

2011-12-13T09:06:00.002-05:00

2012 Rowena Myers Concert Series (sponsored by the Rowena Myers Trust)

Saturday, January 28 at 4pm: Kami Lyle
Saturday, February 4 at 4pm: All Worn Out Jug Band

Visit the library website for more information

Hyannis: Board Games

2011-12-06T12:54:00.001-05:00

The Hyannis Public Library will be hosting a Game Night on the first Tuesday of the month from 5:30 - 7:45 p.m. Are you looking to learn how to play board games that go beyond the mainstream? Join Matt Donle, board game enthusiast, and learn some designer, hobby and other niche type games. This program is open to adults, teens and children ages 8 and up with a responsible adult.

Vineyard Haven: Let's Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War

2011-12-05T09:55:00.001-05:00

READING AND DISCUSSION SERIES : UPDATE:
Our series, "Let's Talk About It: Making Sense of the American Civil War" discussion series has been fully subscribed.

This five-part reading and discussion series led by Dr. Sheldon Hackney, Boies Professor of U.S. History at the University of Pennsylvania, will probe meanings of the Civil War that are “hidden in plain sight” behind the key questions and main characters so familiar to us.
Each session will begin with a short lecture followed by a discussion of that session's topic and readings.
Discussions will be held monthly on Tuesday evenings at 7pm and reading materials will be provided to registered participants. Course size is limited and preregistration is required. To register, visit the library or sign up online. Visit the library website: http://www.vhlibrary.org/

Session One (January 10th)"Imagining War"
Readings: March by Geraldine Brooks, and a selection from the anthology America's War
Session Two (February 7th)"Choosing Sides"
Readings: selections from America's War
Session Three (March 6th) "Making Sense of Shiloh"
Readings: selections from America's War
Session Four (April 17th) "The Shape of War"
Readings: Crossroads of Freedom by James M. McPherson, and selections from America's War
Session Five (May 8th) " War and Freedom"

Which eReader or Tablet?

2011-11-29T11:45:00.000-05:00

It's confusing out there when it comes to selecting an eReader or Tablet.
This recent article may help.

from CNET:
Kindle vs. Nook vs. iPad: Which e-book reader should you buy?

Does the eReader work with library ebooks?
Check the Device Resource Center.

In the News

2011-11-29T11:30:00.001-05:00

Cape Cod Today 11/17
Once Upon a Midnight Dreary ... I found library eBooks clearly

Anne McCaffrey

2011-11-23T13:30:00.001-05:00

Anne McCaffrey, author of nearly 100 books, co-author of more than 30 and best known for the Dragonriders of Pern series, died on Monday at her home in

Ireland

. She was 85.

McCaffrey was the first woman to win a Hugo Award (in 1968) and the first woman to win a Nebula (in 1969). She was the daughter of an army colonel, was born in Cambridge, Mass., and grew up in Montclair, N.J. She was inducted into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame in 2006.

Jonathan Bourne Public Library - Bookclubs

2011-11-01T10:10:00.001-04:00

Knitters' Book Club will meet next on Tuesday, January 24th, 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Our next selection will be The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein. Non-knitters welcome, too.
Mystery Book Club meets the 4th Thursday of the month. Next meeting on a special night January 26th - 6:45 - 7:45 pm. Next selection - Deja Dead by Kathy Reichs.
New members always welcome.
Copies of all books available at the circulation desk.
For more info please contact Diane Ranney at 508-759-0644 X103 or dranney@bournelibrary.org.
Sports Book Club will be taking a break for the winter months.

New! Digital Media page

2011-10-04T13:12:00.002-04:00

CLAMS has a new Digital Media page. Lists of free ebooks and audibooks as well as our OverDrive service, Freegal (available at some libraries), tutorials and tip sheets.
Check it out and let us know what you think!

Jonathan Bourne Library: Children's events

2011-10-03T14:13:00.000-04:00

Winter 2012 Children's Story Hours and Playgroups

Snow Library, Orleans: Storytime

2011-10-03T13:57:00.007-04:00

STORYTIME Thursday mornings @ 10:30 a.m.
For children under 5
Come join us each Thursday morning for stories, rhymes and songs. It has been quite a while since we have had a regular weekly story hour here at Snow Library, so once we get re-established we’ll try to “tweak” Storytime for the age and composition of the group.

New Kindles

2011-09-29T12:41:00.002-04:00

Confused about Kindles? Read this recent post with comparison of the various Kindles
http://tiny.cc/mn75u

Kindle eBooks now available

2011-09-22T13:01:00.006-04:00

Most of our downloadable eBooks now work with Kindle in addition to the Nook, Sony eReader, iPad and many other ereaders and mobile devices.

Watch the "how to" YouTube video from OverDrive: http://youtu.be/mgKbyhuqxuU
Step by Step how to print guide (PDF document)
Visit the CLAMS Digital Downloads website, powered by OverDrive, at http://clamsnet.lib.overdrive.com
Read Overdrive's press release

Centerville Library - Storyhour (registration required)

2011-09-20T12:42:00.003-04:00

For ages three to five

Classes held Wednesday, Thursday or Friday mornings from October through May
Registration required

Call for details

Miss Penny or Miss Jessie

508-790-6220 ext 301

Centerville Library - Drop in Storytime

2011-09-20T12:40:00.001-04:00

Monday:10:15am

Infants through

Pre-school

Thursday: 6pm

Family time

Friday: 4pm

All ages

Libraries in the News

2011-09-01T13:35:00.000-04:00

Recent Chicago Trbune article: You can get that at the library?

Marstons Mills Library - ongoing events

2011-08-29T16:58:00.006-04:00

Book Discussion Group Third Tuesday of the month, 7:00 pm

The Book Discussion Group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at the Library. New members are always welcome. You can pick up a copy of the month's book at the Circulation desk.

Drama Club
Second Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8:00 pm
Join the Library Staff for a relaxed drama read-aloud (snacks included) on the second Tuesday of every month, beginning September 13, 2011. Sign up at the library; new members are always welcome.

Kneedlers knitting group
Alternate Thursdays from 10 am to noon
Visit http://www.mmpl.org/ for more information

Art Displays at the Jonathan Bourne Public Library

2011-08-24T10:00:00.001-04:00

The Jonathan Bourne Public Library has a number of artists showing their work on the mezzanine during regular hours this fall. Check our calendar of events pages for any specific dates, special programs or receptions for these shows.

Nov - Joan-Marie Proulx - Photography
Dec - Buzzards Bay Beautification Group Art Show and Sale

Mashpee Public Library - Children's Events

2011-08-03T11:16:00.001-04:00

Please visit the Friend's website at http://jcarroll1951.wordpress.com/childrens-events/
to view all upcoming Childrens' events.

CLAMS Digital Downloads (powered by OverDrive) - ebook update

2011-08-02T15:24:00.002-04:00

Mobile sites now remember your library card number on your device

"With the latest update to OverDrive-powered mobile sites, users will have the option for their devices to store their library card numbers.
Starting now, when customers check out a title, the device will have a box where they can check “Remember me on this device.” The device will then hold the characters in its memory for 90 days after each use. This is an optional service." Read the complete OverDrive blog entry.

Become a Sponsor of the CLAMS Digital Download Service

2011-07-25T15:09:00.003-04:00

Sponsorship by groups and individuals welcome.

Gifts of $500 and up: become a "named" Sponsor. Smaller amounts always welcome.
See http://clamsnet.lib.overdrive.com/Sponsors.htm
Please contact your local CLAMS Public Library to become a sponsor.

eBook popularity soars

2011-07-08T16:20:00.005-04:00

Llibrary patrons at CLAMS member libraries borrowed 19, 492 ebooks from July 1st 2010 through June 31st 2011, compared to 2,670 ebooks from July 1st 2009 through June 30, 2010. An amazing increase of 16,822!

New eBook Non-fiction

2011-07-06T11:10:00.002-04:00

The Mayflower and the Pilgrims' New World by Nathaniel Philbrick
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt
The Spiritual Doorway in the Brain: A Neurologist's Search for the God Experience
by Kevin Nelson
Coming soon (July 12th): Black Ops: The Rise of Special Forces in the C.I.A., the S.A.S., and Mossad by Tony Geraghty

More new ebook titles

Most Downloaded Books

2011-07-06T10:23:00.002-04:00

OverDrive, the company that supplies downloadable ebooks and audiobooks to CLAMS, has announced the Most Downloaded Books from the Library (United States) September 2011. Statistics are based on downloads by library patrons throughout the USA.

Digital Library news

2011-06-14T13:12:00.001-04:00

OverDrive’s eBook & audiobook app for Windows Phone is now available
Watch OverDrive's Windows Phone App. video

Eldredge Public Library (Chatham): ESL Conversation Class

2011-06-01T13:33:00.001-04:00

The class will meet weekly on Tuesdays, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, and is designed to provide an opportunity for people to practice and improve their English. There is no charge for the class and it is open to the public. Please contact Amy Andreasson if you have any questions at 508-945-5170.

The Blackberry and eBooks

2011-04-07T11:28:00.003-04:00

You may now download library ePub ebooks directly to your Blackberry.
OverDrive's Blackberry app now supports ePub ebooks!
Visit the OverDrive software page to download:
http://overdrive.com/software/omc/
The CLAMS Digital Downloads site (powered by OverDrive) has over one thousand ePub titles to download.
Free with your CLAMS Library Card!

CLAMS’ Response to Limits on E-book Checkouts by Harper Collins

2011-04-05T09:50:00.001-04:00

CLAMS Network libraries strive to offer a variety of materials to meet the needs of their patrons. With the rising interest in electronically-available materials, CLAMS libraries are offering an increasing number of e-books through the OverDrive digital service. Recently, publisher Harper Collins announced a change in its policy of providing e-books to libraries. As of March 7th, new library e-book purchases from Harper Collins will be limited to 26 circulations. E-books purchased from Harper Collins prior to March 7th are not affected by this new policy. In view of this change, CLAMS libraries have agreed not to purchase e-books from Harper Collins for the foreseeable future. We feel the action taken by Harper Collins to limit the number of times an item will circulate is contrary to library policies on access to materials. Many of our physical materials circulate more than 26 times. Libraries try to make their materials budgets go as far as possible. At a time when budgets are strained, libraries cannot afford to replace materials before the end of their useful life.
We understand that this will mean that some titles will not be available through our OverDrive digital catalog. However, CLAMS libraries will continue to make as many titles as possible available, without restrictive lending limits, in electronic as well as physical formats.
For more information, please contact your local library.
Read the American Library Association official statement in response to HarperCollins.

iPad and eBooks

2011-04-04T12:48:00.003-04:00

Reading eBooks on Your iPad? Check Out Your Local Library. Free app enables direct library eBook & audiobook downloads on the Apple tablet. Click here to download the app. Visit the CLAMS digital download site powered by OverDrive.

Read CLAMS eBooks on your iPad!

2011-02-24T14:51:00.001-05:00

Reading eBooks on Your iPad? Check Out Your Local Library.
Free app enables direct library eBook & audiobook downloads on the Apple tablet
Click here to download the app.
Visit the CLAMS digital download site powered by OverDrive.

New to our digital collection

2011-02-23T13:06:00.005-05:00

"Against all odds" by Scott Brown
eBook
Downloadable Audiobook

"Minding Frankie" by Maeve Binchy
eBook
Downloadable Audiobook

Snow Library (Orleans) eBook help

2011-02-11T15:44:00.007-05:00

eBook download help
Come learn how to download to an eReader from the CLAMS Digital Download Collection

Contact the library at 508-240-3760 to set up a time.

eBooks and young readers

2011-02-05T12:04:00.003-05:00

New York Times article February 5th
E-Readers Catch Younger Eyes and Go in Backpacks

CLAMS Digital Downloads - titles just in!

2011-01-20T14:49:00.010-05:00

Click on the cover to download the audiobook or place a hold.

Click on cover to download the ebook or place a hold.

Coming January 25th to our eBook collection: The Book of Tomorrow by Cecelia Ahern

Dennis Public Library ongoing events

2011-01-14T15:04:00.004-05:00

NEW! Civil War Reading Group - click here

eBook TV tie-in

2011-01-05T11:13:00.003-05:00

Sara Shepard's bestselling eight-book series is now a TV show (ABC Family).
The 8 titles in the Pretty Little Liars series are now available as downloadable ebooks from the
CLAMS Digitial Download site. Checkout or place a hold today!

eBook checkouts soar over Holidays!

2010-12-31T15:43:00.003-05:00

Traffic and eBook checkout records SMASHED over Christmas holiday

Children's Award Winning Titles

2010-12-29T15:53:00.001-05:00

View lists of award winning children's titles available from CLAMS.
Click here to view Caldecott, Mass Book Awards, Newbery, etc.

CLAMS eBooks

2010-12-15T22:16:00.001-05:00

Martha's Vineyard Times
Libraries add electronic books as more patrons own e-readers

Top Novels 2010

2010-12-14T12:15:00.000-05:00

See OverDrive's picks for top novels of 2010. Click here
OverDrive is the company that supplies ebooks and downloadable audiobooks to the CLAMS Digital Download service.

Barnstable Libraries Story Time and Crafts at the Cape Cod Mall

2010-12-13T08:16:00.001-05:00

The Barnstable Libraries are collaborating with Regina Pizzeria at the Cape Cod Mall with a Story Time and Craft program on the 1st Thursday of every month from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m. Kids eat free!!!

Library eBooks - read them on your iPhone!

2010-12-10T15:25:00.001-05:00

OverDrive apps for iPhone and Android now support eBooks
Download OverDrive Media Console v2.0 for Android or iPhone today!

•Read Adobe® EPUB eBooks.
•Find libraries using the new 'Get Books' feature.
•Listen to MP3 Audiobooks.
Click here for more information or visit the software page

Yarmouth Town Libraries - Digital Download help available

2010-12-09T11:07:00.005-05:00

Downloadable Audiobooks & eBooks

Reference Librarian Patricia Cassisi is offering one on one workshops on how to access digital media. Spend an hour learning how to download the software and transfer audiobooks, eBooks and music to your own device.
The session includes:

an overview of the CLAMS Digital Download Site
instruction on how to download an ebook (demo to Nook), using our site and Adobe Digital Editions
basics on how to download an audiobook to an mp3 player or iPod (demo iShuffle).

Contact Patricia at the South Yarmouth Library at 508 760 4820 ext. 4 or email her at

tcassisi@clamsnet.org. The workshops are offered free of charge.

eBook Tutorial YouTube

2010-10-20T09:20:00.005-04:00

Adobe Digital Editions and the Barnes and Noble Nook Tutorial
Thank you to a library colleague on Nantucket who wanted to share this
"excellent tutorial on how to use OverDrive on a Nook or Sony Reader. Well, worth watching for staff or patrons."
Click on the link above to view this 5 minute tutorial.
Visit the CLAMS Digital Downloads (OverDrive) website at http://clamsnet.lib.overdrive.com/
to find free eBooks.

Additional eBooks - Public domain titles

2010-10-08T10:29:00.001-04:00

Looking for more EPUB titles?

Consider one of these free public domain titles! Choose from over 15,000 titles that never expire and don’t count against your library checkout limit! For tips on using these files with Adobe Digital Editions, click here.
To access click here or on image to the left.
These books are part of the Gutenberg Project which makes out of copyright titles freely available as eBooks in the U.S. As these are copyright-free titles, most are classics and older titles.
To access the latest bestsellers visit our growing contemporary eBook collection at http://clamsnet.lib.overdrive.com/NeweBooks.htm

Brooks Library (Harwich) Ongoing programs

2010-09-14T15:35:00.009-04:00

Programs that take place every week:

Tuesdays:Story Time 10:30 a.m. , DDR for middle School students 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Wednesdays:Writer's Group 10:30 a.m., Computer Tutor 12:00 noon (registration required), Knit Lit 12:30 p.m., Wii/LEGOS for Elementary School age students 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Thursdays: Homeschool Fun Days 11:00 a.m., Intergenerational Chess Club 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Fridays: Story Time 10:30 a.m., Low Vision Current Events Discussion Group 2:00 p.m.

Programs meeting Monthy or Bi-monthly:

Tuesdays:
1st Tuesday each month Evening Book Group 6:30 p.m.
2nd Tuesday each month Morning Book Group 11:00 a.m
3rd Tuesday each month Classics Book Group 6:30 p.m.
4th Tuesday each month Literary Diners Book Group 6:30 p.m.

Wednesdays

1st Wednesday each month Story and Craft 11:15 a.m.
2nd and 4th Wednesday each month Creative Movement 11:15 a.m.
3rd Wednesday each month Movin' and Groovin' 11:15 a.m.

Thursday:

2nd and 4th Thursday each month Lower Cape Writer's Group 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

For more information on programs consult http:www.brooksfreelibrary.org

Early Childhood Resource Center at Falmouth Public Library

2010-09-09T15:50:00.000-04:00

The Early Childhood Resource Center (ERC) at Falmouth Public Library is available FREE to

Teachers, librarians, daycare providers, parents, or anyone who cares for children up to age 13.
The ECRC is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education & Care, and our mission is to make materials and resources available to the early childhood community across the Cape & Islands.
Some of our new titles include:
Finding Your Smile Again: A Child Care Professional’s Guide to Reducing Stress and Avoiding Burnout
Deployment: Strategies for Working With Kids in Military Families
The Kid-friendly ADHD & Autism Cookbook
Making It Better: Activities For Children Living in a Stressful World
Frequently Asked Questions About Teen Fatherhood
Yoga Pretzels: 50 Fun Yoga Activities For Kids and Grownups

The materials in this collection can be taken out with your CLAMS library card. Click on
any of the titles above to find it in the CLAMS Catalog.
The ECRC is also giving away various sizes and colors of rolled contact paper…Great for the classroom!!!! Call the Children’s Room at The Falmouth Public Library for details--508.457.2555.

Click here to visit the ECRC at Falmouth Public library.

eBooks - new additions

2010-08-25T09:18:00.026-04:00

Just added to our downloadable eBook collection!
Click on Book Cover to download or place a hold.

Text Reference - Yarmouth Town Libraries, Falmouth Library

2010-04-27T10:30:00.000-04:00

Need Info On the Go? Text a Librarian!
Responding to the popularity of text messaging, residents of Cape Cod can now ask questions and get information from The Yarmouth Town Libraries and from the Falmouth Public Library by text message.

Text Yarmouth Town Libraries at 66746 and start your question with askytl Available Mondays – Fridays Noon to 5PM
More information about Yarmouth Town Libraries click here

Text Reference at the Falmouth Public Library
Text 66746 and start your question with askfplFor example: askfpl what are the library hours on Saturdays?
More information about Falmouth Library Text Reference - click here.

Pulitzer prize - Fiction 2010

2010-04-16T15:26:00.000-04:00

Tinkers by Paul Harding is the winner of the 2010 Pulitzer prize for Fiction.

Click on the title or bookcover on the left to find this in the CLAMS Catalog.

Nantucket Atheneum - Monthly Newsletter & Upcoming events

2010-04-01T13:00:00.001-04:00

Check out the latest news and events at the Atheneum. Click here to view the library's monthly Newsletter.
Visit http://www.nantucketatheneum.org/ and click on Events Calendar for a full list of ongoing and special programs for children and adults.

Oak Bluffs Library - Events

2010-04-01T09:15:00.001-04:00

NEW—Knitting and Crocheting GroupEvery Thursday from 3:30—5:30 PM. New attendees welcome, bring your own supplies and creativity!

Ongoing EventsCoffee Time Wednesdays from 10 AM—11:30 AM.
Enjoy a free cup of coffee and stimulating conversation with others.
(4th) Wed. at 10:30 AM - Book Group
(1st) Thurs. at 6:00 PM - Movie Night
Thurs. at 10:00 AM - Writers Group
Sat. at 10:00 AM - Chess/Scrabble

Marstons Mills Library - Book Discussion Group

2010-03-22T10:59:00.001-04:00

The Book Discussion Group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at the Library. New members are always welcome. You can pick up a copy of the month's book at the Circulation desk.

For more information visit http://www.mmpl.org/

Digital Development and Cape Cod

2010-03-16T17:04:00.001-04:00

Good news for CLAMS and other non-profits.
"Publicization" of Cape Cod Internet services announced Friday.
Click here for the latest news on the OpenCape project.

Flexible lending periods for Digital Download users!

2010-02-24T10:25:00.003-05:00

Choose your own lending period – pick a lending period by title or by format! Choice of 7 or 14 days.
You can now select a lending period on a title-by-title basis for our Downloadable Audiobooks, Music and eBooks. In the course of checking out any title, you will have the option to select a different lending period for that specific title. The default is set at 7 days but you may choose 14 days instead (nice if the book is long!).

Alternately you can set personalized default lending period(s) on a format-by-format basis at the 'Lending Periods' page -- 2nd choice when you log in to your account. Click the desired number of days (7 or 14) next to the format. Click 'Done' once you have selected your desired lending period(s).
NOTE: due to publisher licensing agreements, our downloadable media titles cannot be returned early (with the exception of eBooks). They will automatically be returned at the end of the lending period.

For more on flexible lending periods click here.

New Non-Fiction - CLAMS Digital Downloads

2010-02-23T09:20:00.002-05:00

New non-fiction downloadable audiobooks. Click on the bookjacket to access.

Newbery Medal 2010

2010-02-11T12:53:00.000-05:00

The 2010 Newbery Medal winner is When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead.

Click on the bookjacket or title to download the audiobook or place a hold.

From the Newbery Medal website:
"The Newbery Medal was named for eighteenth-century British bookseller John Newbery. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children."

2010-01-27T14:52:00.002-05:00

Nominees for the 2010 Edgar Allan Poe Awards
"honoring the best in mystery fiction, non-fiction and television published or produced in 2009"
Visit: http://www.mysterywriters.org/files/2010_Edgar_Nominations.pdf

Many of these titles are available from CLAMS.
Click here to search the CLAMS online catalog
Click here to search the CLAMS Digital Download site

Mango Language Learning

2010-01-19T09:53:00.002-05:00

Want to learn a new language in 2010? Your public library has just what you need. Check out the Cape Cod Times article about Mango language services available at many Cape libraries. Click here to read the article.
Let's Mango! By Nicole Muller, The Register (Feb. 06/2010)

CLAMS on Twitter

2009-12-31T10:45:00.000-05:00

Follow CLAMS on Twitter. Click here or on image.

Centerville Library - Events

2009-12-28T11:48:00.002-05:00

Poetry Club

Are you interested in writing and sharing poetry and exploring the works of classical and contemporary poets?
Be a part of this new group at the Centerville Public Library
For more information contact Melinda Lancaster at 508-360-3781 or m3ml@hotmail.com

Download Titles - We want your input!

2009-11-25T08:30:00.002-05:00

CLAMS DIGITAL DOWNLOADS - SUGGESTIONS WELCOME!

Email suggestions@clamsnet.org to suggest titles or authors to add to the CLAMS Digital Download collection. Please specify if you would like this in Audiobook (listen to the downloaded book) or eBook format (read the electronic version of the book on your computer or Sony eBook reader). If the title or author you suggest is available as a download we will do our best to add to our collection.

2009-11-25T08:00:00.001-05:00

CLAMS member Libraries awarded star ratings by Library Journal! Provincetown and Wellfleet: 5 Stars (highest possible score. Osterville, Dennis Public (Dennisport), Eldredge (Chatham): 4 Stars. Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs, Snow (Orleans): 3 stars.
The rating is based on Circulation, Library Visits, Program Attendance, Internet Use. Congratulations!
Click here to read the Library Journal article.

Dennis Public Library - Events

2009-11-12T14:42:00.001-05:00

Dennis Public Library

English as a Second Language
Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy our casual and comfortable atmosphere as you refine your language skills with other students and instructor Bill Maloney.

Library Services Mango

2009-11-09T15:30:00.002-05:00

New Service: Language Learning from Mango

The following libraries now offer the Mango Languages online language-learning system: Brewster Edgartown Yarmouth Town Libraries Falmouth Eastham Bourne Eldredge (Chatham) Dennis Public Dennis Memorial Hyannis Nantucket Atheneum Oak Bluffs Orleans Provincetown Truro Vineyard Haven Wellfleet. Mango is free of charge if you have a library card from one of these libraries. Log on to the library's website to access (click on library name from list above).
This service is available to you from any internet connection — at the library, a coffee shop, or at home. All you need to log in is your 13-digit library card number from one of the participating libraries.
Mango Languages currently offers 12 language courses — Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Greek, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, ESL for Polish speakers, ESL for Spanish speakers, and ESL for Brazilian Portuguese speakers. Languages offered vary by library. Check your library's website for more information (click on library name above).

Events: Vineyard Haven Public Library

2009-10-30T10:25:00.002-04:00

Library Book Group

This casual discussion group meets at 1:30pm on the third Thursday of each month to talk about a fiction or nonfiction book selection.

Open Knitting Group Saturdays 2:00 - 3:00. All ages and skill levels. No registration necessary.

Thursday Nights R 4 Teens 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Thursday Night is Teen Night @ the VHPL.
Visit the VHPL website and click on Events Calendar about these and other upcoming events.

Library Services Spotlight - Falmouth Text Reference

2009-10-29T16:08:00.001-04:00

The Falmouth Public Library now offers free text message reference services! Follow the Ask A
Question link on the FPL website for details.

CLAMS Libraries in the News

2009-10-27T09:30:00.006-04:00

Mashpee Library gets ready for checkout
Jacob Sears Library nominated to National Register of Historic Places
Cape Cod Times Books Page Oct. 18th Top Downloaded Audiobooks last month
Preserving history by the book at Sturgis
CLAMS Digital Bookmobile Event
Lost in the Library
Let's Mango!

Events: Edgartown Public Library

2009-10-27T09:20:00.002-04:00

Knitting Group
Meets Friday Mornings 9:00 AM - late morning.
Open to new knitters. Donations of Yarn Welcome! Visit the Edgartown Library website for more information.

Events Dennis Memorial Library

2009-10-27T09:00:00.011-04:00

Dennis Memorial Library Bookclubs

The library hosts 2 book clubs. Call the Library or just show up at one of their meetings.
The afternoon group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1:00 and the evening group meets on the 3rd Tuesday at 6:30.

Story Hour/Craft Time

Wednesday at 4:00
Sign up for our storytime is now underway. If you would like your 3-7 year old child to attend, please call the Library at 508-385-2255.

Visit the library website for a full calender of events.

Public Service Links : Flu Clinics in your area

2009-10-22T13:08:00.000-04:00

Looking for a Flu Clinic?
Click on image to the left or visit link below.
http://flu.masspro.org/clinic/ is a flu locator web site that lists public flu clinics in Massachusetts. Currently, the clinics listed are providing season flu immunizations and some clinics are offering pneumococcal (“pneumonia”) immunizations. The site also has links to the most current information on both seasonal and H1N1 vaccines from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the CDC. When it becomes available, the site will list public clinics that provide H1N1 swine flu immunizations.

Events Centerville Public Library

2009-10-21T10:50:00.017-04:00

New for Adults Only!

Brown Bag Crafters.
An Adult crafting group having fun, being creative together while dedicating the "Projects" to help fund- The Children's Room Programs
Call 508-790-6220 for more information.

Join our Knitting Group!
Friday's 3:30 pm at the Library

Beginners through experts welcome!
Finish a project or start a new one!

Events Hyannis Public Library

2009-10-20T11:00:00.011-04:00

Ongoing events

Family Board Game Saturdays: Saturdays from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Games, Snacks, Fun for all ages. The library will provide games, but if you have a favorite game you'd like to share, please bring it along.

The Chess Club meets on Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. The club is open to children age 7 and up. If you play chess and want someone to play with come join the Chess Club. Please feel free to bring your own chess set to share with others. If you have any questions, please call 508-775-2280.

Pre-School Story Times: Fridays at 11:15-Noon -Stories, a craft activity and a snack.

Book Clubs at HPL

Every first Friday at 12:15 p. m.
Brown Bag Lunchtime Book Reviews

Every third Friday at 2 p. m.

Third Friday Book Club

Every third Friday at 3:45 p. m.
Multi-generational Book Group

Visit http://www.hyannislibrary.org/ to see more HPL events.

Events Sturgis Library (Barnstable Village)

2009-10-20T10:03:00.006-04:00

Preserving History by the Book at Sturgis

Storytime

Preschool storytime is held on Thursday mornings at 10:30 AM. Registration is required. To register, call the library at 508-362-6636 or email Miss Karen sturgiskids at comcast.net

Visit the Sturgis Library website to see all upcoming events.

2009-10-05T11:32:00.004-04:00

Celebrate libraries by proudly displaying the new MA library license plate!Proceeds will benefit public, academic, special and school libraries across the state that belong to a Regional Library System.

OPAC TIP Holds

2009-10-05T11:29:00.002-04:00

My Account Holds Tip
Have you ever wished you could sort Holds by Title? Well now you can! Simply log in to My Account using your library card and PIN. Click on Titles on Request and then click on the Titles column header to sort by Title.

Library Services Digital Collections

2009-10-05T10:11:00.006-04:00

The Eldredge Public Library's Digital Newspaper Collection is now available!
The collection starts with the Chatham Monitor in 1871 and currently ends with the Cape Cod Chronicle in 2008. Due to copyright issues, the Cape Cod Chronicle may be searched online from 2001 to present, but to view those documents, you will need to either contact the Reference Librarian or come into the Library.

Dennis Public Library

2009-10-05T09:00:00.026-04:00

DPL Book Club

Like to read? Like to talk about what you read?
The Dennis Public Library Book Club meets the third Wednesday of every month.

Visit the DPL website for more events

Public Service Links

2009-10-02T10:09:00.003-04:00

For current Swine Flu Information go to the Barnstable County Dept. of Health & Environment Page