Tree Limb Candle Holders: Makers Session with Jody Johnson

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Maker Session with Jody Johnson Tree Limb Candle Holders Use hand tools, including a drill, to create a unique candle holder. For ages 9 and up. Please sign up.

Winter Music Series: Michael Holt

Toronto-based troubadour Michael Holt has toured North America and Europe over twenty times and released nine albums of his music. He puts on an unpredictable, one-man variety show using multiple instruments, moods, costumes and characters, weaving together covers of Maurice... Read More

Winter Music: The Chandler Travis Three-O

What good is a Three-O with only three people?  Chandler Travis is joined by like-minded, talented, and enthusiastic partners John Clark (string bass) and Berke “Rev. Earl Speedway” McKelvey (keyboard, sax, clarinet), along with The Valet, vocalist Fred... Read More

Basic Gardening Q&A, Succulent Transplant Activity

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

A Basic Gardening Q&A with Cynthia Lindgren, Children’s Community Garden Instructor, and volunteer Russ Cherry. Enjoy a free Zebra Haworthia succulent transplant activity. Materials provided, all ages welcome!

Under One Sky: A Song and Story Celebration –with Davis Bates

Truro Community Center @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

At the Truro Community Center The Truro Public Library, the Truro Council on Aging, and the Truro Department of Recreation will celebrate the diverse heritage of the New England region and April school vacation with a performance by... Read More

Amazing Animal Ambassadors

Celebrate Earth Day with a live animal show presented by local expert Bethany Jakubson. Bethany expects to bring Cali the Cockatoo and Flower the Skunk along with some reptiles, a hedgehog, and smaller animals. Come meet representatives from... Read More

MUSIC: Cape Cod Saxophone Quartet

The Cape Cod Sax Quartet consists of some of Cape Cod’s most well-known saxophonists (rotating upon availability), including: Berke McKelvey, Maurice Soque, Ryder Corey, and Nicholas Suchecki, merging seasoned professionals with rising talents.  The Cape Cod Sax Quartet was... Read More

Reptiles! With the Boston Museum of Science

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Are reptiles slimy? Are they cold blooded? What actually makes a reptile a reptile? Together we will answer these questions and many more while we become acquainted with some incredible animals from the Museum’s Live Animal Care Center.

Tales to Tails with CAP

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Come to this popular program at which children may practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some gentle dogs from the Companion Animal Program of Cape Cod.

4-H Coastal Explorer

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

All aboard the Coastal Explorer! This unique 31-foot educational vehicle is equipped with hands-on marine science displays, activities, and aquariums. All ages are invited to come and learn about coastal animals.

MUSIC: The American Clarinet Quartet

Truro Public Librarys @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

The American Clarinet Quartet provides virtuosic and enthusiastic performances for audiences from South Carolina to Maine.  Drawing on years of professional experience, these four accomplished musicians present an exciting and polished program that captivates audiences of all ages.... Read More

Why We Need Beach-Combers: Beach Cleanups for a Purpose

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

We welcome Emily Beebe and Carol Harris to present “Why We Need Beach-Combers: Beach Cleanups for a Purpose.”  This all-ages, interactive presentation about marine debris will demonstrate how beach-combing can make a difference. The Town of Truro and the... Read More

FOTL’s Annual Gigantic Book Sale

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Friends of the Truro Library Gigantic Book Sale! Proceeds benefit the Truro Library Join us for our annual Gigantic Book Sale at the Truro Public Library. There will be thousands of books to choose from, all at bargain... Read More

3-D Felted Animals with Janice Redman

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Create your own 3-D felted animals with sculptor Janice Redman using raw dyed wool and pipe cleaners. They could be farm animals or fantastic beasts, it’s up to you! For ages 6 and up. Please sign up.  

Stories and Songs at the Beach

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Meet at Coast Guard Beach (weather permitting) and bring a blanket and a story to share. Jennifer Stratton will bring her guitar and we can sing some songs as well.

FOTL Two-Day Book Sale

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Friends of the Truro Library’s TRURO TREASURE TWO-DAY BOOK SALE! If there is inclement weather, the book sale will be held in the Community Room inside the Library.

FOTL Two-Day Book Sale

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Friends of the Truro Library’s TRURO TREASURE TWO-DAY BOOK SALE! If there is inclement weather, the book sale will be held in the Community Room inside the Library.

FOTL Night at Van Rensselaer’s

Van Rensselaer's Restaurant @ 1019 Rt.6 South Wellfleet

FOTL Night at Van Rensselaer’s! Peter and Diane host a fundraiser for FOTL–proceeds benefit the Friends of the Truro Library.  Call 508-349-2127 to make your reservation.

Truro Library Closing Early

The Truro Library will be closing at 6 p.m. on Wednesday November 22.The Library will be closed all day November 23 & 24 and will open for regular hours on Saturday, November 25.

Truro Library CLOSED for Thanksgiving

The Truro Library will be closing at 6 p.m. on Wednesday November 22.The Library will be closed all day November 23 & 24 and will open for regular hours on Saturday, November 25.

Truro Library CLOSED for Thanksgiving

The Truro Library will be closing at 6 p.m. on Wednesday November 22.The Library will be closed all day November 23 & 24 and will open for regular hours on Saturday, November 25.

Songs from the British Invasion – Winter Music Series

Dan Cuetara’s new band, “Read More Books” will be playing at the Truro Public Library December 30th. We will be playing a stand up acoustic set of British Invasion songs similar to the set Cuetara’s previous band “Eat... Read More

Zoë Lewis – Winter Music Series

Zoë Lewis plays gypsy jazz, jump jive, Latin grooves, swing, international folk originals on anything from the piano to the spoons! WINNER of the Colorado Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Troubadour Award in 2003, NEW FOLK WINNER 2002 at... Read More

Denya LeVine & Julie Charland – Winter Music Series

Denya LeVine and Julie Charland are Cape Cod favorites! Join us at the Truro Public Library for their Irish-themed, original set, including songs that may be new to you. Denya and Julie have been performing across the Cape... Read More

Monica Rizzio – Winter Music Series

The locals call someone who moves to Cape Cod but was not born there a Washashore. In Texas, a young girl barrel-raced on Pleasant Valley Ranch and had never seen the ocean. So when Monica Rizzio crossed over... Read More

8th Annual Children’s Community Garden Art Exhibit

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Goats & the Garden Meet the Artists! Friday, February 2, 3:00-5:00 p.m. The annual exhibition of the Children’s Community Garden group, with Sustainable CAPE, the Truro Public Library, the Truro Recreation Department, and the Barnstable County 4-H.

8th Annual Children’s Community Garden Art Exhibit Opening

Goats & the Garden–Meet the Artists! The annual exhibition of the Children’s Community Garden group, with Sustainable CAPE, the Truro Public Library, the Truro Recreation Department, and the Barnstable County 4-H.

Schultze-Ericsson Cello Duo – Winter Music Series

“Elizabeth Schultze and Bo Ericsson have played many concerts all over the Cape since moving here in 1991. Schultze is a member of Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, and Ericsson is a former member. Ericsson, a native of Sweden,... Read More

Jordan Renzi & Mike Machaby – Winter Music Series

Influenced by artists like Eva Cassidy, Bob Dylan, Laura Marling and Norah Jones “Featherbed Lane” showcases Jordan’s soulful voice and sensitive song-writing style. In January 2014, Jordan landed an invitation to perform at Boston Mayor Walsh’s Inaugural Gala... Read More

Michael Holt – Winter Music Series

Michael Holt has toured North America and Europe twenty times and released ten albums of his music. He puts on a spontaneous, one-man variety show using multiple instruments, moods, and characters. He weaves covers of Debussy, Dylan, Dizzy... Read More

Daddy-O! – Winter Music Series

Since 1999, Daddy-O! has been re-creating the 1950s era performing in Southern New England, Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Rhode Island and Connecticut. Some may call it, “Oldies”… We call it: “HARDCORE FIFTIES” The look, the sound, the feel... Read More

March Art Exhibit: Truro Central School Students

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

For the month of March, art created by the students of The Truro Central School under the instruction of art teacher Kim Possee will be on exhibit in the Anne Brock Community Room.  This year’s installation features architectural... Read More

Medicinal Herbs for Your Health & Healing

Join us for a hands-on, informative, and fun workshop with Community Herbalist Sarah Naciri. Learn how to make simple and delicious teas and tinctures, as well as an Elderberry syrup and a healing salve. People of all ages... Read More

Cape Cod Classical Roadshow

Truro Public Library will be one of three Cape Cod libraries to host a concert on the debut tour of the Cape Cod Classical Roadshow, performed by six award-winning alumni of the popular, long-running public radio show, ‘NPR’s... Read More

Reptiles Rock! with Rainforest Reptiles

Reptiles Rock! is an hour-long program that engages kids of all ages at a hands-on level. You will have the chance to come into direct contact with live reptiles, artifacts, and their incredible stories. A mini zoo display features ten to... Read More

FOTL Presents: A Revolution of Her Own

Truro Community Center

FOTL PRESENTS A Revolution of Her Own!  A Story of the American Heroine Deborah Sampson at the Truro Community Center Judith Kalaora, professional educator, actress, and living historian, portrays Deborah Sampson, the first woman to enlist in, to fight... Read More

POSTPONED: Wild Edibles in Your Backyard

THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED TO JULY 7. Community Herbalist Sarah Naciri continues her popular herb series with an exploration of wild plants growing here on Cape Cod, focusing on the medicinal and nutritional benefits of native plants.  Are... Read More

Creative Dance and Movement with Amy

Creative dance and movement for the whole family. Children develop self awareness while exploring a variety of dances and movements.

Wild Edibles in Your Backyard

Originally scheduled for June 16. Community Herbalist Sarah Naciri continues her popular herb series with an exploration of wild plants growing here on Cape Cod, focusing on the medicinal and nutritional benefits of native plants.  Are you ready... Read More

Music: The Birdfeeders

Join local musicians Gerry Kinahan and Friends on the back deck for family dancing to popular songs from the 60s, 70s and 80s. All ages.

Creative Dance and Movement with Amy

Creative dance and movement for the whole family. Children develop self awareness while exploring a variety of dances and movements.

4-H Coastal Explorer

All aboard the Coastal Explorer! This unique 31-foot educational vehicle is equipped with hands-on marine science displays, activities, and aquariums. All ages are invited to come and learn about coastal animals.

Creative Dance and Movement with Amy

Creative dance and movement for the whole family. Children develop self awareness while exploring a variety of dances and movements.

Medicinal Herbs for Summer Fun

Medicinal Herbs for Summer Fun In this playful, hands-on workshop, we will make an herbal bug spray, a healing salve, and an ointment for bug bites, burns and rashes, as well as sun teas, popsicles, herbal salad dressings,... Read More

Creative Dance and Movement with Amy

Creative dance and movement for the whole family. Children develop self awareness while exploring a variety of dances and movements.

Tales to Tails with CAP

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Come to this popular program at which children may practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some gentle dogs from the Companion Animal Program of Cape Cod.

Zoë Lewis – Truro Concerts on the Green is now at the Library!

Truro Public Library

ZOË LEWIS is a band in a body! She plays jazz, jump jive, latin grooves, swing, international folk, funk originals on anything from the piano to the spoons! Troubadour, vaudevillian, storyteller, adventurer, singer-songwriter! Photo credit: Sarah Ketelaars

FOTL’s Annual Gigantic Book Sale

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Friends of the Truro Library Gigantic Book Sale! Proceeds benefit the Truro Library Join us for our annual Gigantic Book Sale at the Truro Public Library. There will be thousands of books to choose from, all at bargain... Read More

Edible Insects at the Library!

Larry Dapsis, Cape Cod Cooperative Extension Entomologist, will educate us about Entomophagy and then we can sample some bugs! But don’t fill up too much to eat your “Free Lunch for Kids” at 11:30!

Catherine Woolley Day!

Celebrate Truro children’s author Catherine Woolley—our children’s room is named after her!  Ms. Woolley wrote many picture books, including  The Popcorn Dragon, The Blueberry Pie Elf, The Puppy Who Wanted a Boy, and the Gus the Ghost series.... Read More

Family Music: V.B. & The Buzz

Inspired by Authors Chris Raschka, Langston Hughes, Al Perkins, and Tomi Ungerer, VB and The Buzz will present a unique musical presentation, featuring original songs and the music of Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, Nina Simone, The Beatles, and... Read More

Medicinal Herbs: Journey with Lavender

Medicinal Herbs: Journey with Lavendar Enjoy a magical and relaxing journey exploring the medicinal and culinary benefits of Lavender.  Make tea, a delightful dessert, and an oil and spray for external use, and discuss the many ways you... Read More

Flowing with the Seasons: Medicinal Herbs for Autumn

Flowing with the Seasons: Medicinal Herbs for Autumn As energy travels back down into the plant’s roots, we will learn how to thoughtfully harvest and prepare root medicine, strengthen our immune systems with plants and mushrooms, and healthfully... Read More

FOTL NIGHT AT MONTANO’s

Montano's Restaurant @ 481 US-6, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

FOTL Night at Montano’s–A portion of dinner sales will be donated to the Friends of the Truro Library to help fund programs and events at the Truro Library!  Call 508-487-2026 to make your reservation. The door opens at... Read More

Autumn Food & Herbs: Medicine for the Lungs and Colon

Autumn Food & Herbs: Medicine for the Lungs and Colon Let’s study and make medicine! We will explore lung vitality, common lung disorders, and protective herbs and foods for the lungs and colon. Learn ways to strengthen your... Read More

Bert Jackson Quartet

The Bert Jackson Quartet (BJQ) plays jazz standards and originals. While guests may fill in on occasion, the BJQ lineup includes Bert, Paul Lesniak on reeds, Roe Osborn on bass and Mike Dunford on drums. They have played clubs,... Read More

Kenn Morr Band

An organic collection of lush three-part vocal harmonies and sparkling acoustic instruments—real musicians playing soulful music in real time. Kenn Morr Guitarist, Vocalist; Tom Hagymasi, Strings; Pat Ryan, Bassist; Bob Gaspar, Drummer. Music among the stacks in our main Library space! Sponsored... Read More

Ken Silvia Solo Guitarist

Ken Silvia – velvet-voiced singer and songsmith, a soulful interpreter of rhythm & blues and pop standards—a twister and blender of notes, phrases, and melodies. Equally influenced by Aaron Neville, Smokey Robinson, Etta James, and Marvin Gaye, his music... Read More

Marc Berger

Please welcome Marc Berger in his first time Truro performance and his co-performer Joe Flood playing acoustic fiddle, mandolin and guitar. Marc’s life has been about pursuing twin passions: creating and recording his American roots songs, and exploring... Read More

9th Annual Children’s Community Garden Art Exhibit

All About Mushrooms Meet the Artists! Friday, February 8, 3:00-5:00 p.m. The annual exhibition of the Children’s Community Garden group, with Sustainable CAPE, the Truro Public Library, the Truro Recreation Department, and the Barnstable County 4-H.

Martin & Susanne

Start with two compelling voices, an uncanny sense of harmony and a deep grounding in traditional American music. Add stunning guitar work and a warm, intimate performance style, and you have Martin Grosswendt and Susanne Salem-Schatz. Martin is... Read More

9th Annual Children’s Community Garden Art Exhibit Opening

All About Mushrooms–Meet the Artists! The annual exhibition of the Children’s Community Garden group, with Sustainable CAPE, the Truro Public Library, the Truro Recreation Department, and the Barnstable County 4-H.

Chev Hardy

Cool jazz for an invigorating and entertaining time! Music among the stacks in our main Library space! Sponsored by the Friends of the Truro Library, the weekly program is known as “Just plain fun!”

Chandler Travis Three-O with Kami Lyle

What good is a Three-O with only three people?  Chandler Travis is joined by like-minded, talented, and enthusiastic partners John Clark (string bass) and Berke “Rev. Earl Speedway” McKelvey (keyboard, sax, clarinet), along with The Valet, vocalist Fred Boak.  And... Read More

Natural Body and Skin Care Workshop

Natural Body and Skin Care Workshop Learn how to make an herb-infused oil and salve, a face cleanser, a salt scrub & sugar scrub for exfoliating and hydrating your beautiful body, and a simple oil for ear infections.  We... Read More

Kyle and Maria Spraker Trumpet and Harp Duo

Kyle Spraker is the Principal Trumpet of the Cape Symphony, a devoted Teaching Artist at the Cape Conservatory, and now the Director of Community Outreach and Education for both organizations. As a musician, Kyle has performed with orchestras,... Read More

March Art Exhibit: Truro Central School Students

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

For the month of March, art created by the students of The Truro Central School under the instruction of art teacher Kim Possee will be on exhibit in the Anne Brock Community Room. This year’s installation includes architectural... Read More

Creative Dance and Movement with Amy

Dance Education and Movement with Amy Every Wednesday in March at 4:00 p.m. Learn and explore with different dance styles, movement, and dance games. Our goal will be to understand dance as a form of creative expression and... Read More

Creative Dance and Movement with Amy

Dance Education and Movement with Amy Every Wednesday in March at 4:00 p.m. Learn and explore with different dance styles, movement, and dance games. Our goal will be to understand dance as a form of creative expression and... Read More

Creative Dance and Movement with Amy

Dance Education and Movement with Amy Every Wednesday in March at 4:00 p.m. Learn and explore with different dance styles, movement, and dance games. Our goal will be to understand dance as a form of creative expression and... Read More

Creative Dance and Movement with Amy

Dance Education and Movement with Amy Every Wednesday in March at 4:00 p.m. Learn and explore with different dance styles, movement, and dance games. Our goal will be to understand dance as a form of creative expression and... Read More

Night Sky Party with NASA Ambassador Don German

Come learn about the stars and planets while observing the night sky through a 5.1-inch reflector telescope. Learn how to locate Polaris (the North Star), the planet Mars, the Orion Nebula, and other popular constellations. Questions are appreciated... Read More

RESCHEDULED: Gut Health with Community Herbalist Sarah Naciri

Gut Health with Community Herbalist Sarah Naciri IS RESCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2:00–4:00 P.M. Join us for a hands-on, informative, and fun workshop. Our gut health influences our immunity, detoxification, hormones, and mental health.  Most of our... Read More

New England Birds of Prey with WINGMASTERS

Join us for an informative program about birds of prey, also known as raptors—hunting birds characterized by hooked beaks and powerful grabbing feet armed with sharp talons.  Learn about several categories of raptors, including hawks, falcons, and owls,... Read More

RESCHEDULED: Gut Health with Community Herbalist Sarah Naciri

Gut Health with Community Herbalist Sarah Naciri is rescheduled for April 27 Join us for a hands-on, informative, and fun workshop. Our gut health influences our immunity, detoxification, hormones, and mental health.  Most of our health issues start... Read More

Birds of the New England Swamp

Wildlife photographer Peter Christoph presents a narrated slideshow, sharing both his award-winning images and his photographic secrets as he brings you inside a typical New England swamp. Peter provides an intimate look into the many varieties of birds... Read More

Dance Education and Movement with Amy

Dance Education and Movement with Amy Saturdays through June 22 at 10:30 a.m. Learn and explore with different dance styles, movement, and dance games. Our goal will be to understand dance as a form of creative expression and... Read More

Dance Education and Movement with Amy

Dance Education and Movement with Amy Saturdays through June 22 at 10:30 a.m. Learn and explore with different dance styles, movement, and dance games. Our goal will be to understand dance as a form of creative expression and... Read More

Dance Education and Movement with Amy

Dance Education and Movement with Amy Saturdays through June 22 at 10:30 a.m. Learn and explore with different dance styles, movement, and dance games. Our goal will be to understand dance as a form of creative expression and... Read More

Dance Education and Movement with Amy

Dance Education and Movement with Amy Saturdays through June 22 at 10:30 a.m. Learn and explore with different dance styles, movement, and dance games. Our goal will be to understand dance as a form of creative expression and... Read More

Tales from the Home of the World’s Worst Weather

Bitter cold, dense fog, heavy snow, and record winds: Mount Washington is known worldwide for its unpredictable and dangerous weather. For a mountain its size, why is Mt. Washington called the “Home of the World’s Worst Weather”?  Join... Read More

Summer Reading Program Blast-off Party

Get your Summer Reading on with crafts, games, and giveaways! You can also pick up your reading log, learn about this year’s theme: A Universe of Stories, grab some books and summer reading lists, and view this year’s... Read More

Tales to Tails with CAP

Truro Public Library @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United States

Come to this popular program at which children may practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some gentle dogs from the Companion Animal Program of Cape Cod.