Art Exhibit Opening: Peggotty Worthington Gilson

Peggotty Worthington Gilson A Retrospective Exhibit From small intimate watercolor portraits to her most recent large mixed media abstracts, Peggotty, an Architect, has explored her two dimensional creative side throughout her life. Using a variety of media, along... Read More

Author Talk: James F. Simon

Professor James Simon will talk about his new book Eisenhower vs. Warren: The Battle for Civil Rights and Liberties.  In Eisenhower vs. Warren, described in multiple reviews as a page-turner, prize-winning legal historian James F. Simon examines the... Read More

Author Talk: David Corn

Truro Meeting House @ 3 1st Parish Ln, Truro, MA 02536, USA , United States

 “Russian Roulette” —David Corn talks about his new book on interference in the 2016 election. The Truro Public Library and the Friends of the Truro Meeting House welcome veteran Washington journalist and political commentator David Corn to the... Read More

Author Talk: Prof. David Reich

Who We Are and How We Got Here: Ancient DNA and the New Science of the Human Past The earth is inhabited by about 7.6 billion people today, but at one time we were a newly evolving species living... 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

Poetry: Sue Burton

Poetry: Sue Burton Sue D. Burton reads from her unflinching new collection, BOX.  Winner of the 2017 Two Sylvias Press Poetry Prize, Box is “a book we need: brave, bold, inventive, magical” (Carol Potter).   2017 Two Sylvias Press Poetry... Read More

Poetry: Four Local Poets

Poetry: Four Local Poets Keith Althaus, Mary Ann Larkin, Toby Olson, and Patric Pepper, will  treat us to a late-summer reading their work. The poets will draw from recent books, older books, and works in progress. Keith Althaus’... Read More

September Art Exhibit: Matthias Christensen

Truro Public Library

Matthias Christensen Born in Denmark and raised in Truro, artist MATTHIAS Christensen will be exhibiting his stylized paintings at The Truro Public Library for the month of September. After graduating from Massachusetts College of Art and Design Matthias... Read More

September Art Exhibit: Matthias Christensen

Matthias Christensen Born in Denmark and raised in Truro, artist MATTHIAS Christensen will be exhibiting his stylized paintings at The Truro Public Library for the month of September. After graduating from Massachusetts College of Art and Design Matthias... Read More

The Early Days of Rock ‘n’ Roll

The Early Days of Rock ‘n’ Roll: A Multimedia Presentation by Pete Elman New Orleans and the Deep South 1955-1960: the cradle of rock and roll. From the fields to the factories to Friday night. This program will cover... Read More

Instead of Scared: Be Prepared!

Instead of Scared, be Prepared! Let’s Talk About Death Join us for a free workshop hosted by Anastasia and Chad Kidd, co-pastors of the First Parish Truro UCC.  Nearly 90% of Americans think it’s important to talk about... Read More

“Putting Your Garden to Bed” with Dave DeWitt

The Friends of the Truro Library present “Putting Your Garden to Bed,” with David DeWitt. Once your harvest has withered away, it is important to get everything cleaned up before winter.  End-of-season cleanup and maintenance is an important... Read More

Author Talk: Mary T. Prenon

Mary T. Prenon is one strong woman. In 1998, she vowed to lose fifty pounds no matter what it took. Nineteen years later, she finally achieved her goal and is ready to share her story with the world.... 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

October Art Exhibit: The Outer Cape White Line Printmakers 

Truro Public Library

The Outer Cape White Line Printmakers The Outer Cape White Line printmakers began as a workshop inspired by a Truro Group art show demonstration.  The group has shows at the Truro Public Library, Seamen’s Bank, the Eastham Public... Read More

Martin Pring: 1603 Visitor to Truro

Martin Pring: 1603 Visitor to Truro The Friends of the Truro Library presents Truro Historical Society volunteer and passionate Truro historian Dan Sanders, who will deliver a talk about Martin Pring on Wednesday, October 10, at 6:00 p.m. ... Read More

Truro Library Book Group — WHY WE SLEEP by Matthew Walker, PhD

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

Truro Library Book Club Wednesday, October 31, 6:00 p.m. October’s selection is Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker, PhD.   With two appearances on CBS This Morning and Fresh Air‘s most popular interview of 2017, Matthew... Read More

November Art Exhibit: Cape Cod Viewfinders Camera Club

Truro Public Library

Cape Cod Viewfinders Camera Club The Cape Cod Viewfinders Camera Club serves the Cape Cod area and is dedicated to promoting the study, understanding, improvement, and enjoyment of photography. Come enjoy the show!  Above photo, “Corn Hill Cottages, Truro,” ... Read More

FOTL Presents: Cribbage Round Robin!

Come play cribbage in a round robin.  The Friends will supply pizza; bring your own soft drink. Teams of two will play partners for the evening. Winners stay at their table, losers move to another.  Team with the... 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

Truro Library Book Group — THE ODYSSEY by Homer and Emily Wilson

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

Truro Library Book Club Wednesday, November 28, 6:00 p.m. November’s selection is The Odyssey by Homer and Emily Wilson A lean, fleet-footed translation that recaptures Homer’s “nimble gallop” and brings an ancient epic to new life.  The first great adventure... Read More

December Art Exhibit: FALL ’17: Photographs by Will Oxtoby

Truro Public Library

Will Oxtoby Will Oxtoby, a hardworking volunteer at the Truro Library, will be exhibiting “FALL ’17: Photographs by Will Oxtoby.” Join us at Will’s reception for the exhibit on Tuesday, December 4 from 4 to 6 pm here... Read More

Spectacle of Trees FOTL & COA Day Trip

Spectacle of Trees—Day Trip Friends of the Truro Library & The Truro COA Thursday, December 6, 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. CANCELLED Come view the trees that have been beautifully decorated by local non-profits, get some holiday shopping done and have... Read More

FOTL Cookie Swap

Sign up for the FOTL Cookie Swap! Bring one kind of homemade cookie to share, along with copies of your recipe. We will supply index cards for cookie description, creator name, and any food allergy information (i.e., nuts).... Read More

Film Screening: SCIENCE FAIR

Nauset Regional High School Auditorium @ 100 Cable Road, Eastham MA 02642 , United States

This event takes place at the NAUSET REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM. Thank you, NRHS, Karen Hepinstall, Amy Fleischer, and Mark Adams! SCIENCE FAIR, hailed by critics as “immensely likeable,” “brilliant and quirky” and an “ode to the teenage science... Read More

“Crock Pot Luck” Luncheon with the Friends of the Truro Library

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

FOTL’s Crock Pot Luck! Wind down from the holiday crazies at a hearty potluck luncheon with the Friends of the Truro Library. Make a soup or stew and bring it to share (preferably in a crock pot so... Read More

Game Night: Cribbage

Join us for games on Tuesday nights for some relaxed, fun competition!

Game Night: Trivia

Join us for games on Tuesday night for some relaxed, fun competition! The games have been extended for two more weeks, through March 12.

Game Night: Cribbage

Join us for games on Tuesday nights for some relaxed, fun competition!

Game Night: Trivia

Join us for games on Tuesday night for some relaxed, fun competition! The games have been extended for two more weeks, through March 12.

Game Night: Cribbage

Join us for games on Tuesday nights for some relaxed, fun competition!

“The State of Truro” with Town Manager Rae Ann Palmer

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

Refreshments at 9:30; program begins at 10 a.m. The Friends of the Truro Library presents “The State of Truro.”  Town Manager Rae Ann Palmer will report on and address issues facing the town of Truro now, and in... Read More

Game Night: Cribbage

Join us for games on Tuesday nights for some relaxed, fun competition!

Game Night: Trivia

Join us for games on Tuesday night for some relaxed, fun competition! The games have been extended for two more weeks, through March 12.

Truro Library Book Group — BETWEEN THE WORLD AND ME by Ta-Nehisi Coates

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

Truro Library Book Club Wednesday, February 27, 6:00 p.m. February’s selection is Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates Hailed by Toni Morrison as “required reading,” a bold and personal literary exploration of America’s racial history. #1 NEW YORK... Read More

Game Night: Trivia

Join us for games on Tuesday night for some relaxed, fun competition! The games have been extended for two more weeks, through March 12.

Game Night: Trivia

Join us for games on Tuesday night for some relaxed, fun competition! The games have been extended for two more weeks, through March 12.

FOTL Presents: Meet Police Chief Jamie Calise

The Friends of the Truro Library invite you to meet Police Chief Jamie Calise. Mr. Calise was appointed Chief of the Truro Police Department in June, 2018. In addition to more than twenty years with the Warwick, Rhode... Read More

Classics of French Cinema: Le Silence de la Mer

Classics of French Cinemas: Selected Works of Jean-Pierre Melville We welcome spring with a new French film series, focusing this time on the cinematic genius of Jean-Pierre Melville (1917-1973).  With a signature style informed by his experiences in... Read More

Using Boardmaker To Create Visual Supports

USING BOARDMAKER TO CREATE VISUAL SUPPORTS for People with Language and Communications Challenges A Workshop with Yvonne O’Connor The focus of this workshop is to talk about different types of visual supports that can help us communicate when... Read More

Classics of French Cinema: L’Armée des Ombres

Classics of French Cinemas: Selected Works of Jean-Pierre Melville We welcome spring with a new French film series, focusing this time on the cinematic genius of Jean-Pierre Melville (1917-1973).  With a signature style informed by his experiences in... Read More

April Art Exhibit: Elizabeth Lazeren

Elizabeth Lazeren Elizabeth Lazeren will exhibit giclées, (a type of archival print), of her original paintings for the first time at the Truro Public Library during the month of April. Using memory, experience and imagination, her marine paintings... Read More