Author Talk: Juliette Fay

Juliette Fay —“one of the best authors of women’s fiction” (Library Journal) — transports us back to the early days of Hollywood as three friends struggle to earn their places among the stars of the silent screen. It’s... Read More

New Beach Band – Truro Summer Concerts at the Library

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70’s Pop, soul, r&b, standards, boogie-woogie…all the good stuff you know and love. With some original tunes sprinkled on top! Band Members: Peter Donnelly Steve Sollog Vanessa Downing Peter Tighe Paul Lesniak

Steven Pinker: Enlightenment Now @First Parish Church / Truro Meeting House

First Parish Church / Truro Meeting House @ 3 1st Parish Lane, Truro MA 02666

The Friends of the Truro Meeting House and the Truro Public Library welcome acclaimed Canadian-American thinker Steven Pinker to the Truro Meeting House to discuss his book Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism, and Progress. Is... Read More

Chapters: Truro Library through the Years @The Highland House Museum

Highland House Museum @ 6 Highland Light Rd, North Truro MA 02652 , United States

Chapters: Truro Library through the Years Opening Reception The Truro Library has enjoyed twenty years in its current building, and the Highland House Museum is happy to host an exhibit looking back at the history of the library.... Read More

The Revolutionary Snake Ensemble – Truro Summer Concerts at the Library

Truro Public Library

Led by saxophonist Ken Field, Revolutionary Snake Ensemble is a funk/street beat improvisational brass band performing a unique blend of original and traditional music. “Sheer energy…visceral…a life-enhancing treat” – Fanfare “Ken Field’s New Orleans-inspired jazz/funk brass band…brilliantly bridges the booty/brain... Read More

The Ballston Beach Poets: A Sense of Place

Join us for a reading by the Ballston Beach Poets, exploring the theme of “A Sense of Place”—be it physical, emotional, geographical, or something else. Their work ranges from the edgy to the tender, from the mythic to... Read More

Meet Middle School Author KATE ALLEN

In Kate Allen’s new book, The Line Tender, Lucy tends the line to her loved ones with the help of her art, some caring adults, and her connection to the natural world, namely the ocean. By exploring the... Read More

August Art Exhibit: Kenneth Hawkey, Paintings

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

Kenneth Hawkey—Paintings When creating  a piece of art there is a certain thought that can propel me into the beginnings of a piece, that initial jolt of inspiration. From that point,  the work evolves based on what is... Read More

Daddy-O! — Truro Summer Concerts at the Library

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

Refugees, Nomads, Wanderers—A World on the Move

Refugees, Nomads, Wanderers—A World on the Move with Mark Adams We are all immigrants if you go back far enough—some forced, some by urgency, some by choice. American citizens and many others enjoy the liberty to travel for... 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

Chandler Travis Philharmonic – Truro Summer Concerts at the Library

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The Chandler Travis Philharmonic is a 9-piece ensemble from Boston that includes a horn section, string bass, keyboard, mandocello, guitar, drums, accordion, and singing valet. The band—all colorfully garbed 8 pieces of them, plus singing valet Fred Boak—have... Read More

Author Talk: Jane Leavy on THE BIG FELLA

Author Jane Leavy on: The Big Fella: Babe Ruth and the World He Created Join us for a talk by Jane Leavy on baseball legend Babe Ruth. He lived in the present tense—in the camera’s lens. There was... Read More

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

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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

Author Talk: Sarah Blake

Author Talk: Sarah Blake on The Guest Book The Guest Book follows three generations of a powerful American family, a family that “used to run the world.” And when the novel begins in 1935, they still do. Kitty and... Read More

Author Talk: Stephen Kinzer

Author Talk: Stephen Kinzer on The Poisoner in Chief The bestselling author of All the Shah’s Men and The Brothers tells the astonishing story of the man who oversaw the CIA’s secret drug and mind-control experiments of the 1950s and ’60s.... Read More

20th Anniversary Party!

Come celebrate twenty years at the 7 Standish Way library location and the vision of those who made it possible. Special Storytime with Sara Hutchings at 10:30 a.m. Lunch for Little Ones at 11:30 a.m. Cake Ceremony at... Read More

The Grab Brothers – Truro Summer Concerts at the Library

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The Grab Brothers are true brothers—Larry and Marc Grab—with music that explodes in a kick-ass blend of “Retro for Today” lead guitar crunching rhythms, mystical-leaning lyrics and arena-filling vocals that pull your heart strings on a whim. But... Read More

September Art Exhibit: John Ferguson, Paintings

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

John Ferguson—Paintings Artist’s Statement: I first came to Truro in 1956 with my family on vacation. I remember running down the dune between Highland Light and Coast Guard Beach (back when it was okay), as fast as I... Read More

From a Buick 6—On the Road with Bob Dylan

From a Buick 6—On the Road with Bob Dylan: A Multimedia Presentation by Pete Elman Pete Elman returns with the story of Bob Dylan’s classic trilogy of rock albums, recorded in New York and Nashville with his legendary... Read More

Author Talk: Sandy MacFarlane, SWIRLING CURRENTS

Swirling Currents: Controversy, Compromise, and Dynamic Coastal Change During one remarkable day early in 2017, more than two hundred of the highly endangered North Atlantic right whales, nearly half of the entire world’s population, entered Cape Cod Bay... Read More

Evanston’s Living History

The Truro Public Library is proud to present Evanston’s Living History. Filmmaker Craig Dudnick (Alice’s Ordinary People) returns to present a screening of the documentary film, which explores the evolution of Evanston, Illinois and the citizens who confronted... Read More

Astrology at the Library

Truro Public Library

Join local astrologer Martha Clarke for a talk on the "Moon and Mercury," and access family healing through a greater understanding of these planets in your natal birth chart. A Q&A will follow.

Halloween Dance Party!

Truro Public Library

The Friends of the Truro Library presents A Halloween Dance Party! Come dance at the Library with DJ Beth O'Rourke, and enjoy activities and snacks throughout the main space. Get down, get loud--no shushing in the house! Boogie... Read More

Astrology at the Library

Truro Public Library

Join local astrologer Martha Clarke for a talk on "Venus and Neptune." Access your divine creativity through a greater understanding of these planets in your natal birth chart. A Q&A will follow.

Tear Gas, Turmoil, and Tyranny in Hong Kong

Truro Public Library

Tear Gas, Turmoil, and Tyranny in Hong Kong with Tony Fizzano Do you enjoy the freedom that comes with living in the United States? Do you know about what's happening in Hong Kong - perhaps from the news?... Read More

The Local Journalism Project – December Break

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Open Newsroom Will NOT Meet on December 5; Next meeting: January 2 The Provincetown Independent’s nonprofit Local Journalism Project invites community members to join in making local news more collaborative. The editor (and from time to time reporters... Read More

Winter Music Series: JOE FLOOD

Joe Flood – Solo guitarist, vocalist - Country, Blues, Roots Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Joe Flood has traveled a long musical road.  He worked the streets of Paris with the Lost Wandering Blues and Jazz Band, whose alumni include... Read More

Winter Music Series: LAINA NICKERSON

Laine Nickerson – Soloist, Ukulele - Contemporary, Pop Laina Nickerson is a 14-year-old Barnstable High School student who was born and raised on Cape Cod.  A lifelong lover of music, Laina can always be heard cheerfully singing as... Read More

POSTPONED Winter Music Series: KENN MORR BAND

CANCELLED due to weather: Kenn Morr Band — Folk, Americana, Rock The Kenn Morr Band has regretfully cancelled due to weather and the drive from Western Mass tomorrow; or rather, we are all hoping for a postponement! Please... Read More

Winter Music Series: BOURBON SUNSET

Bourbon Sunset—Bluegrass, Folk Join us to hear Bourbon Sunset, the Outer Cape trio of Chris Miner, Peter Waful, and Lynda Shuster. The group showcases tight three-part harmonies accompanied by the traditional string instrumentation of mandolin, banjo, and guitar.... Read More

Winter Music Series: CELTIC ROOTS

Celtic Roots—Innovative Celtic The Celtic Roots (formerly the Keltic Kids) is a young Celtic band hailing from several Cape Cod towns. They have performed on stage together since 2013. Their first CD, “Lola’s Tree,” came out in October,... Read More

Winter Music Series: PEKING AND THE MYSTICS

Peking and the Mystics—Vintage Acapella  One sunny day in the spring of 1973, a few Tufts University grads got together for lunch at a local Chinese eatery. The meal produced some remarkable harmony, and the rest, as they... Read More

Winter Music Series. CROWES PASTURE: MONIQUE BYRNE & ANDY ROGOVIN

Crowes Pasture: Monique Byrne & Andy Rogovin—Acoustic Contemporary Folk Monique Byrne and Andy Rogovin perform original music and eye-opening covers that reflect a mutual passion, sense of discovery, and celebration of life. Their tightly blended vocal harmonies are... Read More

Winter Music Series. BLACK WHYDAH TRIO

Black Whydah Trio—Irish Folk Instrumental Black Whydah Trio, from the Lower Cape, is a lively multi-instrumental group whose members include Jean Sagara, John Best, and Ellen Sullivan. They play an assortment of instruments, including cello, violin, guitar, mandolin,... Read More

Wednesday Matinees: I Know Where I’m Going!

Classic Films from France and England Join us for classic films representing creative leaps in the eras of their production. Time for discussion follows each film. I Know Where I'm Going! Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger’s romantic drama... Read More

Wednesday Matinees: Sundays and Cybèle

Classic Films from France and England Join us for classic films representing creative leaps in the eras of their production. Time for discussion follows each film. Sundays and Cybèle Director Serge Bourguignon tells the tragic story of Pierre... Read More

SUSPENDED: Wednesday Matinees: Kes

Classic Films from France and England Join us for classic films representing creative leaps in the eras of their production. Time for discussion follows each film. Kes Ken Loach’s quintessential portrait of working-class Northern England. Billy (an astonishingly... Read More

CANCELLED: Áine Minogue—Celtic Harpist, Vocalist

Áine Minogue—Celtic Harpist The Friends of the Truro Library help you through St. Patrick's Day withdrawal with a special treat—a concert by acclaimed Celtic harpist, vocalist, composer, and arranger Áine Minogue. With voice and harp, Áine shares with... Read More

SUSPENDED: Wednesday Matinees: La Femme Infidèle

Classic Films from France and England Join us for classic films representing creative leaps in the eras of their production. Time for discussion follows each film. La Femme Infidèle Claude Chabrol’s “psycho-sexual” thriller is a cold, cynical dissection... Read More

SUSPENDED: The Local Journalism Project – Open Newsroom Truro

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Open Newsroom The Provincetown Independent’s nonprofit Local Journalism Project invites community members to join in making local news more collaborative. The editor (and from time to time reporters and newsmakers) will be on hand to hear about issues... Read More

Revolutionary Snake Ensemble – Truro Summer Concerts at the Library

Truro Public Library

Led by saxophonist Ken Field, Revolutionary Snake Ensemble is a funk/street beat improvisational brass band performing a unique blend of original and traditional music. “Sheer energy…visceral…a life-enhancing treat” – Fanfare “Ken Field’s New Orleans-inspired jazz/funk brass band…brilliantly bridges the booty/brain... Read More

Zoë Lewis – Truro Summer Concerts 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! This troubadour, vaudevillian, storyteller, adventurer, singer-songwriter entertains with talent and... Read More

Seed Talk & Swap with Sarah Naciri

The Truro Public Library and Sustainable CAPE welcome you to our Seed Talk & Swap-- Seed Saving, Storage & Swap with Children's Community Garden Resident Gardner Sarah Naciri Come learn about growing for optimal seed health, seed saving... Read More

Pollination Ecology: A Virtual Discussion on How Can We Help Bees

Truro Public Library

Presented by the Brewster Ladies' Library Honeybees, both locally and nationally have been suffering catastrophic losses. During this Zoom program Larry Dapsis will review honey bee biology and the factors responsible for these losses. In addition, he will... Read More

First Aid for Pets

Truro Public Library

Join This course teaches first aid techniques to address the most common emergencies that can occur with small and large dogs as well as cats. This course will train you to notice abnormalities and detect early warning signs... Read More

FREE STAGE READING: “Liberty Talks” by Fermin Rojas

Truro Public Library

Lady Liberty discovers she loves to talk. So, when she accidentally walks into a theater full of people, she decides to take a break from her daily life to spend a moment in time ruminating about her experiences,... Read More

Free

Long Range Plan ZOOM Meeting

Truro Public Library

Anyone Interested in the Future of Truro? We would love to hear from you, please join us for a virtual discussion. We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To... Read More

FREE STAGE READING: “The Boathouse” by Will Hildreth

Truro Public Library

The Boathouse is the story of a challenging relationship between two Provincetown families, a long-time Provincetown fishing family (The Atkins - Sally, Miles, and their teenage son Ethan) and the other “wash ashore” gay couple Bob & Steve... Read More