t is a proud occasion as we welcome you to the 10th edition of Experience Osterville, a publication that has passed the test of time, and made its mark as an integral part of our lives in the village.
In addition to providing the community with a calendar of current events, quick access to service providers, and suggested sites to visit in all four seasons, Experience Osterville serves to preserve our heritage with articles
about Osterville’s rich history.
Experience Osterville is but one of the very many benefits and blessings bestowed on our community by the Osterville Village Library. I am proud to be the President of Trustees for an institution that consistently goes beyond its mission to engage, enhance and improve the community it serves.
The Osterville Village Library has recently been recognized with several prestigious awards. Please join me in congratulating Executive Director Cyndy Cotton and her staff for their efforts on behalf of the Board, the library’s patrons, advertisers and community partners on receiving the following:
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”TheRedCrossofSoutheasternMassachusettsCommunityLeadership Award.” Entering its third year now, the library has collaborated with the Red Cross to hold blood drives which have proved all the more essential during the pandemic. In 2021 alone, an astounding 32 blood drives were held at the library, collecting 712 pints of blood, benefitting 2,136 patients on Cape Cod.
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A“CitationforOutstandingContributionstoCommunity”issued by the Massachusetts House of Representatives. When a state-mandated pandemic shutdown was lifted in June of 2020, the Osterville Village Library was one of only a few libraries in the state to re-open its doors.
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“TheInstituteforNon-ProfitPractice2021ChangemakerAward” INP’s Changemaker Award recognizes those who have been on the front lines in support of their community demonstrating extraordinary commitment in the face of adversity borne by the effects of the pandemic.
While these accolades are impressive, please know that they would not be possible without the support of our advertisers, donors and volunteers. Your investment in the Osterville Village Library is an investment in your community.
Permit me a parting thought toward what the future might hold. I can tell you that with the first part of 2022 already underway, the incredible commitment and creativity exhibited by Cyndy and her staff have already set their sights on new heights. You’ll be amazed at what we have in store.
Sincerely,
Irene Haney
President Osterville Village Library Trustees
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