Meg Clarke Artist Reception
For 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
Cape Cod Waters — Meg Clarke
For 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
Henna Tattoos with Jennifer Stratton
Henna is a powder derived from crushing the leaves of the henna plant and Jennifer will create unique temporary tattoos for ages 10 and up.
Watercolor Art Classes with Miriam Dretler
Miriam 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
The Truro Group Opening Reception
he Truro Group will be exhibiting work by its members for the month of July at the Truro Public Library. There will be an opening reception on Friday, July 5th (5:00 – 7:00). The Truro Group is a… Read More
The Truro Group in the Anne H. Brock Room
he Truro Group will be exhibiting work by its members for the month of July at the Truro Public Library. There will be an opening reception on Friday, July 5th (5:00 – 7:00). The Truro Group is a… Read More
Nature Spirit Masks with Maya Apfelbaum
Masks are empowering and fun to make. They are important parts of ancient and contemporary art, theatre and rituals, so please bring your curiosity and imagination and come make one! Our process will begin with a quick introduction and a short guided meditation… Read More
Meet the Artist Reception – Kenneth Hawkey
KENNETH HAWKEY ART EXHIBIT: TRADITIONS A “seasoned veteran” in interpreting Truro, Massachusetts through painting, Kenneth Hawkey will present a number of his Truro themed paintings in an exhibit for the month of June at the Truro Public Library…. Read More
Kenneth Hawkey Traditions in the Anne H. Brock Room
KENNETH HAWKEY ART EXHIBIT: TRADITIONS A “seasoned veteran” in interpreting Truro, Massachusetts through painting, Kenneth Hawkey will present a number of his Truro themed paintings in an exhibit for the month of June at the Truro Public Library…. Read More
Elisabeth Pearl Art in the Anne H. Brock Room
TRURO PUBLIC LIBRARY ART EXHIBIT: Elisabeth Pearl The Truro Public Library is excited to present local artist Elizabeth Pearl’s series of paintings of neighboring Provincetown’s joyous street life. This presentation will be available for viewing throughout the month… Read More
Free Screening “Rescuing Our Oceans Through Recycled Art”
In this ArtsLight documentary by filmmaker Johnny Bergmann, we learn how our fragile oceans are plagued with plastics and other manmade trash. This documentary explores how artists have come together to create art out of this detritus in… Read More
“Cutting Edge” by artist Keith Maddy
Keith Maddy (b. 1964, Pembroke, MA) Keith holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with distinction from Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston. Maddy was awarded a Fellowship in 2022 from the Massachusetts Cultural Council; the… Read More
March Art Display – We Are Artist 2: The Truro Central School Art Show
For the month of March the Truro Public Library is happy to welcome the artist of the Truro Central School with their amazing curation of pieces from grades K-5.
January Art Display – Hal McIntosh
For the month of January, the Truro Public Library is happy to present abstracts and garden florals by accomplished Pond Road artist, the late Hal McIntosh. With an artistic career lasting over 60 years, Hal McIntosh’s influence on… Read More
Beginners Knitting – Winter Wednesdays
Beginners Knitting with Darren Showers This class will teach the basics of knitting which includes the Knit and Purl stitches. You’ll learn how to read a yarn ball label and basic knitting patterns so you can confidently select… Read More
December Art Display – Hal McIntosh
For the month of December, the Truro Public Library is happy to present abstracts and garden florals by accomplished Pond Road artist, the late Hal McIntosh. With an artistic career lasting over 60 years, Hal McIntosh’s influence on our… Read More
Meet the Artist Reception – Tammy Foster Friedman
Art and Discovery, by Tammy Foster Friedman Meet the Artist Reception — Saturday, November 4 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. “I am blessed to paint en plein aire, the landscapes of the Cape that bring me peace… Read More
November Art Display – Tammy Foster Friedman
Art and Discovery, by Tammy Foster Friedman Meet the Artist Reception — Saturday, November 4 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. “I am blessed to paint en plein aire, the landscapes of the Cape that bring me peace… Read More
October Art Display – Christus Murphy
Christus began his painting career at the age of 8 when his elementary school teachers recognized his talents and found a private teacher for him. In 1953 he graduated from Massachusetts College of Art where he studied under… Read More
Denny Camino Opening
Opening Reception in the Anne H. Brock Room I was born in a suburb outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I attended college at Point Park College and received a B.S. in Business Management with an emphasis in Fashion Merchandising… Read More
September Art Display – Denny Camino
I was born in a suburb outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I attended college at Point Park College and received a B.S. in Business Management with an emphasis in Fashion Merchandising in 1995. I then attended college at The… Read More
Pamet River Show
During August, the Truro Public Library will celebrate the Pamet River through an exhibition of paintings, prints and photographs by local artists. The show will be held in the Library’s Anne H. Brock Community Room and will be… Read More
Pamet River Show – Public Reception
During August, the Truro Public Library will celebrate the Pamet River through an exhibition of paintings, prints and photographs by local artists. The show will be held in the Library’s Anne H. Brock Community Room and will be… Read More
Watercolor Art Classes with Miriam Dretler
Wednesdays, July 12, 19, 26 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. The lessons will include: Working with washes in watercolor. Wet paint dry paint on wet or dry paper and discovering watercolor. Discovering your unique voice with color and… Read More
Watercolor Art Classes with Miriam Dretler
Wednesdays, July 12, 19, 26 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. The lessons will include: Working with washes in watercolor. Wet paint dry paint on wet or dry paper and discovering watercolor. Discovering your unique voice with color and… Read More
Watercolor Art Classes with Miriam Dretler
Wednesdays, July 12, 19, 26 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. The lessons will include: Working with washes in watercolor. Wet paint dry paint on wet or dry paper and discovering watercolor. Discovering your unique voice with color and… Read More
Artist’s America with Michael Albert
An Artist’s America with Michael Albert A Modern Pop Art Experience & Collage workshop using recycled cereal boxes for kids and caregivers includes Artist talk, Hands On Collage workshop, and Free Poster Giveaway & Signings.
Meet the Artist – John Koch
Titled “Nature-ish,” John Koch is exhibiting nature inspired work in June. John’s art is both representational and in a state that depends upon whether one sees obvious elements of nature, or not.
Meet the Artist – Amy Ford
Amy Ford’s colorful exhibit incorporates large scale figurative work and portraits in combination with portraits in the landscape from “The Inner Hebrides to the Outer Cape.”
A Battle At Kruger Lake with Jere Miller
A Battle At Kruger Lake A Family Storytime Event with Author Jere Miller Accompanied by live music and original art, author Jere Miller will present his children’s book about family and survival that takes place in South Africa’s… Read More
September Art Exhibit: John Ferguson, Paintings
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
August Art Exhibit: Kenneth Hawkey, Paintings
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
May Art Exhibit: Miah Johnson
Paintings by Miah Johnson Artist’s Statement: On November 12, 2015, my world changed completely. I suffered a massive stroke that left me without use of my right arm, a pronounced limp, and severe communications deficits. Gone, my livelihood… Read More
Mask Making Workshop/Benefit, Age 12+
Come join us for a 2-part class at the Truro Public Library to create a Venetian Mask and help your community by donating your finished mask to Lower Cape Outreach Council. LCOC’s mission is to provide emergency assistance… Read More
Mask Making Workshop/Benefit, Age 12+
Come join us for a 2-part class at the Truro Public Library to create a Venetian Mask and help your community by donating your finished mask to Lower Cape Outreach Council. LCOC’s mission is to provide emergency assistance… 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
October Art Exhibit: The Outer Cape White Line Printmakers
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
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
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
June Art Exhibit Opening Reception: Robert Hager
“My Cape Cod…in brush strokes soft as the summer wind” The Truro Public Library is pleased to show an exhibit of works by Robert G. Hager, a local artist with working studios in North Truro, MA and… Read More
September Art Exhibit: Kay Cassill
“Birds of a Feather” Paintings by Kay Cassill Opening Reception Thursday, September 7, 4-6 pm “‘Birds of a Feather’ is a series started when I found I was drawing the gulls and various birds that appeared at the… Read More
August Art Exhibit: Warren Green
Paintings by Warren Green Opening Reception Friday, August 4, 4-6 pm Artist Bio: Warren F. Green was born in Waterbury, Connecticut. He spent his professional career living near Boston, working for eleven years at Massachusetts General Hospital. He… Read More
Art Exhibit Opening: Chas’n Sails and More. Nancy Bloom
Chas’n Sails and more . . . Fine Art Photography Exhibit Opening Reception Sunday, June 4, 2-4 pm Nancy Bloom has won numerous photography awards on the local, New England, and international levels. She is a Professional Nautical Photographer… Read More
June Art Exhibit: Chas’n Sails and More. Nancy Bloom
Chas’n Sails and more . . . Fine Art Photography Exhibit Opening Reception Sunday, June 4, 2-4 pm Nancy Bloom has won numerous photography awards on the local, New England, and international levels. She is a Professional Nautical Photographer… Read More
April Art: Cape Cod Viewfinders Camera Club Opening Reception
Cape Cod Viewfinders Camera Club is a group that serves the Cape Cod area and is dedicated to promoting the study, understanding, improvement and enjoyment of photography. The group encourages participation by photographers of every skill level, from… Read More
CANCELLED | FOTL Trip to New Bedford Whaling Museum
Join the Friends of the Truro Librarytrip to New Bedford’s Whaling Historical National Park has been cancelled.
Artist Talk: Ewa Nogiec
Ewa Nogiec will present an Artist Talk! Come hear about her work and enjoy her paintings. Ms. Nogiec is a graphic designer, painter, photographer, and gardener. A Polish emigrant, she has lived in Provincetown and North Truro since… Read More
Travel and Photography in Cuba
North Truro residents Amanda Reed and Rachael Sokolowski present a talk and a movie about 10 days of travel and photography in Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad, and Varadero, Cuba in March, 2016. While Cuba prepared for President Obama’s visit,… Read More
A Lesson in Mixing and Creating Colors with Kenneth Hawkey
With this project we will be following this summer’s library theme—OUTER SPACE! Learn about the planets, while practicing some art skills! Using a reference image of each planet, the class will create a grid and within each grid,… Read More
Make Your Own Diorama with Jennifer Stratton
The universe is a big place with so many parts. As humans we are but one small aspect—guests, really. Jennifer Stratton, creative and expressive art educator, will lead us in making 3D dioramas using boxes and other fun… Read More
March Art Exhibit: Truro Central School Students
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
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.
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.
Felting Workshop for Kids
Join us for a morning of felting! Children will learn both wet and dry felting techniques in this hands-on workshop. We will start by wet-felting beads before awakening our imaginations as we create needle-felted creatures. For ages 6… Read More
Felting with Janice Redman
Create a garden inspired panel using raw dyed wool and needle felting. We’ll then try the traditional Mongolian method of wet felting to finish our pieces to take home. For ages 6 and up. Please sign up.
March Art Exhibit: Truro Central School Students
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
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.
8th Annual Children’s Community Garden Art Exhibit
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.
3-D Felted Animals with Janice Redman
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.
7th Annual Children’s Community Garden Art Exhibit Opening
Bee Diversity! 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. This year the Children’s Community Garden group focused on bees and… Read More
7th Annual Children’s Community Garden Art Exhibit
Bee Diversity! 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. This year the Children’s Community Garden group focused on bees and… Read More