100 events found.
STORYWALK® — Stories from a Truro Graveyard
Truro Public LibraryPick up a map at the Truro Meeting House or the Truro Public Library, and follow the numbers to learn about Truro people from the past who are remembered here. Sponsored by the Friends of the Meeting House... Read More
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
Passion & Provocation: A Poetry Reading with Judith Partelow
Truro Public LibraryJoin us in welcoming Judith Partelow reading from her latest book, Passion & Provocation, Selected Poems. A collection of her work over her adult years, and covers numerous subjects including domestic issues, relationships, spiritual contemplations, etc. There are... Read More
Robert the Guitar Guy
Truro Public LibraryRobert’s musical shows are a unique mix of bedtime lullabies and rock n’ roll beats, with a cast, made up of marching ants, and jumping spiders – all amidst an entertaining blend of comedy and movement.
Free Lunch at the Library
Truro Public LibraryFree Lunch at the Library To-go lunches will be provided for children up to 18 years old by Food for Kids, a Summer Food Service Program funded through EATs Grant and Project Bread. Distributed through the Church of... Read More
A Taste for Trollope: Reading Group
Truro Public LibraryWelcome to A Taste for Trollope, a Truro Library reading group devoted to the British novel in the 19th century. Anthony Trollope is perhaps the most beloved -- and certainly the most prolific -- of all the Victorian novelists. He takes... Read More
Truro Summer Concerts : The Rip-It-Ups
Truro Public LibraryThe Rip-It-Ups are a Cape Cod-based band playing a variety of styles – R&B, jazz, rock, blues, country, folk and originals, best described as Americana or roots music. It’s not uncommon for the band to go from Johnny... Read More
Art and Yoga
Truro Public LibraryCalling all Minni Yogis! Art and Yoga We’ll be learning helpful breathwork techniques, partner and group poses, easy alignment tips, and some singing and dancing! We’ll also be using provided materials to make crafts for our yoga story... Read More
SALT the Inflatable Whale
Truro Public LibraryNECWA (New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance) is bringing SALT, their life-sized inflatable model Humpback Whale. Educators will be on hand to answer whale sized questions with some pretty cool hands on artifacts from the land and sea!
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
In My Time of Dying: An Evening with Sebastian Junger
Truro Public LibraryNew York Times bestselling author and award-winning journalist Sebastian Junger discusses his new book, In My Time of Dying: How I Came Face to Face with the Idea of an Afterlife, part medical drama, part searing autobiography, and... Read More
Global Music Adventure with Denya LeVine and Mark O’Leary
Truro Public LibraryDenya and Mark's "Global Music Adventure” is a galloping, interactive concert featuring fiery fiddling, a sing-a-long and dance-a-long, with YOU in the rhythm band. You’ll hear familiar songs and new songs from many countries and cultures! Denya is... Read More
Free Lunch at the Library
Truro Public LibraryFree Lunch at the Library To-go lunches will be provided for children up to 18 years old by Food for Kids, a Summer Food Service Program funded through EATs Grant and Project Bread. Distributed through the Church of... Read More
Coastal Erosion at Longnook Beach – Information Session
Truro Public LibraryJoin the Town of Truro for an information session and general discussion about the coastal erosion at Longnook Beach. Presented by Center for Coastal Studies' Coastal Geologist, Mark Borrelli, PhD and in Partnership with the Town of Truro's... Read More
Truro Summer Concerts : Zoë Lewis
Truro Public LibraryGypsy jazz, jump jive, Latin grooves, swing, international folk and funk originals on anything from the piano to the spoons! World traveler, story teller, band in a body, Zoe’s boundless energy is hard to ignore. She’ll be joined... Read More
Spin-Art Bike
Truro Public LibraryUse the spin-art bike machine to create unique abstract art on the back deck!
Our Band
Truro Public LibrarySasha Papernik and Justin Poindexter bring their award-winning songwriting and bold interpretations to a rich Americana soundscape. With their airtight harmonies, irreverent humor, and astounding instrumental virtuosity, the pair’s restless creativity knows no bounds.
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
“Generations of Fun!” with Davis Bates
Truro Public LibraryHear how stars came to be in the sky, how foam came to be in the ocean, and be prepared to sing, move, and clap your hands with Parents’ Choice Award winner singer and storyteller, Davis Bates. All... Read More
Free Lunch at the Library
Truro Public LibraryFree Lunch at the Library To-go lunches will be provided for children up to 18 years old by Food for Kids, a Summer Food Service Program funded through EATs Grant and Project Bread. Distributed through the Church of... Read More
Truro Library Book Group – “The River We Remember” by William Kent Krueger
Truro Public LibraryTruro Library Book Group July selection is The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger Books will be available at the circulation desk a few weeks before the discussion. In 1958, a small Minnesota town is rocked by... Read More
Cape Cod Waters — Meg Clarke
Truro Public LibraryFor August 2024, the Truro Public Library's Visual Arts Exhibit is titled Cape Cod Waters and is a series of images by photographer Meg Clarke. The photographs in the show capture the color, character and moods she finds... Read More
Town of Truro Public Library Facebook Live Discussion
Truro Public LibraryThe Town of Truro is hosting their next Facebook Live event on Thursday, August 1 at 12:30 pm with Tricia Ford, Library Director and Darrin Tangeman, Town Manager. The format will include information on summer programming. Then, we... Read More
A Taste for Trollope : Reading Group
Truro Public LibraryWelcome to A Taste for Trollope, a Truro Library reading group devoted to the British novel in the 19th century. Anthony Trollope is perhaps the most beloved -- and certainly the most prolific -- of all the Victorian novelists. He takes... Read More
Truro Summer Concerts : Woof Woof Meow
Truro Public LibraryWoof Woof Meow inspires audiences to celebrate the Earth by dancing to original ska, funk, reggae and new wave, plus covers by Prince, Bob Marley, Fela Kuti and The B-52's. We are Michael Holt (keyboards, vocals) and Ken Field (sax,... Read More
Meg Clarke Artist Reception
Truro Public LibraryFor August 2024, the Truro Public Library's Visual Arts Exhibit is titled Cape Cod Waters and is a series of images by photographer Meg Clarke. The photographs in the show capture the color, character and moods she finds... Read More
STORYWALK® — A Day in the Sun
Truro Public LibraryOur second StoryWalk® this summer is A Day in the Sun by Diana Ejaita which celebrates the star around which our lives revolve. The story begins to the south of the Commemorative Circle near the playground and ends... Read More
Henna Tattoos with Jennifer Stratton
Truro Public LibraryHenna is a powder derived from crushing the leaves of the henna plant and Jennifer will create unique temporary tattoos for ages 10 and up.
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
“You, Me, Trees & The Sea” with Puppets, Paul & Mary
Truro Public LibraryA musical and interactive puppet variety show sure to entertain children and adults from 2-100 years old. Songs, stories, and audience participation will keep you and your littles entertained through the entire show. This program was made possible... Read More
Free Lunch at the Library
Truro Public LibraryFree Lunch at the Library To-go lunches will be provided for children up to 18 years old by Food for Kids, a Summer Food Service Program funded through EATs Grant and Project Bread. Distributed through the Church of... Read More
Truro Summer Concerts : Cape Cod Jazz Quartet
Truro Public LibraryThe Cape Cod Jazz Quartet (CCJQ) is comprised of four of Cape Cod’s top jazz musicians, with Steve Ahern on trumpet, flute & vocals from Cape Cod & Florida, Fred Boyle on piano from South Yarmouth, Ron Ormsby... Read More
Watercolor Art Classes with Miriam Dretler
Truro Public LibraryMiriam studied fine art at Mass College of Art and UMass Boston. Each lesson will build upon the previous one in an atmosphere of exploration and creativity. If weather permits, classes will be held outside. For ages 16... Read More
Story Wizards with Piti Theatre
Truro Public LibraryA wizard even crankier than the Story Wizard has stolen the world’s tales. Now the Story Wizard must set off to find them. Luckily he discovers a musical being named Laurella living in a giant mushroom who introduces... Read More
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
Petitions: A Discussion with Mary Keenan and Suzanne Bergeron
Truro Public LibraryHistorian Mary Keenan discusses her new book Petitions: A Patriot Legacy. Early American women used the petition process to improve their lives. Interweaving social history and individual stories, Keenan makes a compelling case for the role of petitions... Read More
Minni Yoga with Chrissy Sullivan
Truro Public LibraryWe’ll be learning helpful breathwork techniques, partner and group poses, easy alignment tips, and some singing and dancing! We’ll also be using provided materials to make crafts for our yoga story flow lead by yoga instructor, Chrissy Sullivan.
Free Lunch at the Library
Truro Public LibraryFree Lunch at the Library To-go lunches will be provided for children up to 18 years old by Food for Kids, a Summer Food Service Program funded through EATs Grant and Project Bread. Distributed through the Church of... Read More
A Taste for Trollope: Reading Group
Truro Public LibraryWelcome to A Taste for Trollope, a Truro Library reading group devoted to the British novel in the 19th century. Anthony Trollope is perhaps the most beloved -- and certainly the most prolific -- of all the Victorian novelists. He takes... Read More
Truro Summer Concerts : Chandler Travis Philharmonette
Truro Public LibraryThe Chandler Travis Philharmonette is a Technicolor extravaganza from Boston and Cape Cod that includes a horn section, string bass, guitar, drums, keys and singing valet. For 25 years or so, the CTP has introduced the concept of alternative... Read More
Watercolor Art Classes with Miriam Dretler
Truro Public LibraryMiriam studied fine art at Mass College of Art and UMass Boston. Each lesson will build upon the previous one in an atmosphere of exploration and creativity. If weather permits, classes will be held outside. For ages 16... Read More
Bottle Rockets
Truro Public LibraryDesign, build, and launch your own water pressure bottle rocket behind the library.
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
“State of the World” with Helena Kennedy, James Carroll, and Robert Jay Lifton
Truro Community Center @ 7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA 02652, USA , United StatesThe Wellfleet Public Library and the Truro Public Library presents “State of the World” with Helena Kennedy, James Carroll, and Robert Jay Lifton Baroness Helena Kennedy, QC is one of Britain’s leading human rights lawyers, joined by National... Read More
Therapy Dogs with the Companion Animal Program of Cape Cod
Truro Public LibraryVisit with some trained and certified therapy dogs and their owners. Children can practice their reading skills with the gentle, non-judgmental dogs and all attending this group visit can engage with and enjoy the dogs as well.
Free Lunch at the Library
Truro Public LibraryFree Lunch at the Library To-go lunches will be provided for children up to 18 years old by Food for Kids, a Summer Food Service Program funded through EATs Grant and Project Bread. Distributed through the Church of... Read More
Truro Summer Concerts : Sarah Swain & the Oh Boys
Truro Public LibrarySarah Swain & the Oh Boys have been together since 2009, playing Sarah’s originals, rockabilly classics, and always some unexpected treasures. Their set has a vibrant energy... whether you're on the dance floor or not , you just... Read More
Watercolor Art Classes with Miriam Dretler
Truro Public LibraryMiriam studied fine art at Mass College of Art and UMass Boston. Each lesson will build upon the previous one in an atmosphere of exploration and creativity. If weather permits, classes will be held outside. For ages 16... Read More
David Corn — Election 2024
Truro Meeting House @ 3 1st Parish Ln, Truro, MA 02536, USA , United StatesCo-sponsored by the Truro Meeting House Just back from the Republican and Democratic Conventions leading up to the election of all times, David Corn will discuss how our votes will impact our individual freedoms and the future of... Read More
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
Crabby Storytime
Truro Public LibraryExplore the world of crabs with Maggie & Zoe. Read, play, and make crab related crafts. For children up to age 5 and their caregivers.
Free Lunch at the Library
Truro Public LibraryFree Lunch at the Library To-go lunches will be provided for children up to 18 years old by Food for Kids, a Summer Food Service Program funded through EATs Grant and Project Bread. Distributed through the Church of... Read More
Truro Library Book Group – “Council of Dolls” by Mona Susan Power
Truro Public LibraryTruro Library Book Group August selection is Council of Dolls by Mona Susan Power Books will be available at the circulation desk a few weeks before the discussion. The long-awaited, profoundly moving, and unforgettable new novel from PEN... Read More
Truro Summer Concerts : Johnny Spampinato & the Value Leaders
Truro Public LibraryJohnny Spampinato toured with NRBQ, The Incredible Casuals and The Spampinato Brothers Band with brother Joey Spampinato. The Value Leaders began in 2019. Along with Johnny on guitar and vocals, there's Mark Usher on guitar, J. Cournoyer on... Read More
Nancy Bloom Photography
Truro Public LibraryLocal and nautical photographer Nancy Bloom will be exhibiting many of her award-winning images during the month of September. Many of the sailing events she has covered over the years will be included in her exhibit as well... Read More
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
A Taste for Trollope : Reading Group
Truro Public LibraryWelcome to A Taste for Trollope, a Truro Library reading group devoted to the British novel in the 19th century. Anthony Trollope is perhaps the most beloved -- and certainly the most prolific -- of all the Victorian novelists. He takes... Read More
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
Offshore Wind Informational with the NEFSA
Truro Public LibraryJoin the NEFSA for an informational session on offshore wind power. Topics include the anatomy of wind power infrastructure, environmental impacts, impacts on national food securities, and related topics. NEFSA CEO Jerry Leeman is a lifetime commercial fisherman,... Read More
Number Knowledge Storytime
Truro Public LibraryNumber Knowledge StoryTime: Crafts, Creative Drama, and Counting Games for ages 2-4 Come play with us for three Saturdays in September as we step into the world of a counting story, using our imaginations to become characters, play... Read More
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
A Taste for Trollope: Reading Group
Truro Public LibraryWelcome to A Taste for Trollope, a Truro Library reading group devoted to the British novel in the 19th century. Anthony Trollope is perhaps the most beloved -- and certainly the most prolific -- of all the Victorian novelists. He takes... Read More
Green Burial Options
Truro Public LibraryCremation is generally much less expensive than a conventional burial. However, the cremation process requires the use of fossil fuels and produces a variety of air pollutants: carbon monoxide, mercury and dioxin, among others. Returning to our old... Read More
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Number Knowledge Storytime
Truro Public LibraryNumber Knowledge StoryTime: Crafts, Creative Drama, and Counting Games for ages 2-4 Come play with us for three Saturdays in September as we step into the world of a counting story, using our imaginations to become characters, play... Read More
Rock the Block at Truro Treasures
Truro Public Library +1 moreJoin us at ROCK THE BLOCK for wet felting with artist Julia Hames.
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
Truro Library Book Group – “The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel” by Douglas Brunt
Truro Public LibraryTruro Library Book Group September selection is The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I by Douglas Brunt Books will be available at the circulation desk a few weeks before... Read More
The Quiet Season on Outer Cape Cod with Kai Potter
Truro Public LibraryJoin us for a reading from local author Kai Potter and his new book Noticing: The Quiet Season on Outer Cape Cod. Noticing is a collection essays and intimate depictions of the natural world of the Outer Cape.... Read More
Number Knowledge Storytime
Truro Public LibraryNumber Knowledge StoryTime: Crafts, Creative Drama, and Counting Games for ages 2-4 Come play with us for three Saturdays in September as we step into the world of a counting story, using our imaginations to become characters, play... Read More
Looking for Earle, Earle Pilgrim Paintings and Jewelry from 1951-54
Truro Public LibraryLooking for Earle–and finding Hawthorne and Hensche–is a selection of paintings by Earle Pilgrim (1923-76). Earle Pilgrim lived and worked in Provincetown from 1951-54, studying with Henry Hensche, and taught jewelry making in the Truro Adult Vocational Classes.... Read More
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
Looking for Earle: Art Program
Truro Public LibraryLooking for Earle–and finding Hawthorne and Hensche–is a selection of paintings by Earle Pilgrim (1923-76). Earle Pilgrim lived and worked in Provincetown from 1951-54, studying with Henry Hensche, and taught jewelry making in the Truro Adult Vocational Classes.... Read More
Tricia’s Retirement Party
Truro Public LibraryWeekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
Love at First Grape: My journey from Wine Enthusiast to Debut Novelist
Truro Public LibraryJoin debut novelist and Truro resident Jackie Fein-Zachary for a look at her adventure of becoming a vintner and later becoming a writer. Her novel Harvest Dreams steps into the lush Napa Valley of 1982 and the unforgettable... Read More
Free Staged Reading – Players on the Harbor
Truro Public LibraryPlayers on the Harbor Written by Joseph M. Paprzycki In July of 1916 in Provincetown Massachusetts American Theatre is about to change forever. Eugene O'Neill, Louise Bryant, and Jack Reed are in a complicated love triangle that comes... Read More
Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate
Children’s Community Garden
Truro Public LibrarySustainable CAPE’s Children’s Community Garden in Partnership with Truro Public Library and Truro Recreation Children plant, cultivate, eat (and enjoy!) local fruits and vegetables – resulting in improved health and a formative early connection to agriculture with Farmer/Educator... Read More
Outer Cape Water Health – Part 3
Truro Public LibraryOuter Cape Water Health - Part 3: Wastewater Management Options for Truro What happens to our wastewater? Join Emily Beebe, Truro's Health & Conservation Agent, for an overview of Truro's Wastewater Management planning process. She will introduce alternative... Read More
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Weekly Mahjong
Truro Public LibraryOpen play – beginner to moderate