Get Your Land Off Drugs
Truro Climate Action Committee – Get Your Land Off Drugs with Laura Kelley Join gardener/activist Laura Kelley of Littlefield Landscapes and Protect Our Cape Cod Aquifer and see how simple it is to create the change our resources… Read More
Crabby Storytime
Explore the world of crabs with Maggie & Zoe. Read, play, and make crab related crafts. For children up to age 5 and their caregivers.
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
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
Eastern Coy-Wolf with Peter Trull
Learn more about Eastern coyotes, or “coywolves,” and their thriving habitat across Massachusetts, including Cape Cod. These fascinating wild canines are often misunderstood, leading to fear and anxiety. Through Peter Trull’s research (since 1989), he aims to educate… Read More
The Poop Museum
At the Poop Museum children learn about the world’s messiest pooper, the animal that has poop attack power, the insect that uses poop as protection, and so much more! Ages 5-12.
Music Appreciation for the Outdoors Person: Bird Song Workshop with Mark Faherty
Music Appreciation for the Outdoors Person: Bird Song Workshop with Mark Faherty Birds are nature’s musicians. This lecture will teach the nature lover to appreciate the music of the great outdoors. Science Coordinator Mark Faherty will teach you… Read More
Giant Fish Friends
Learn about the amazing Ocean Sunfish (aka Mola mola) and the Basking Shark. Check out some Ocean Sunfish bones, Basking Shark gill rakers. Make some fun marine wildlife arts and crafts with New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance (NECWA)… Read More
SUSPENDED: Tor Hansen: Cape Cod’s Shoreline Bio-Diversity, PART 2
Tor Hansen: Cape Cod’s Shoreline Bio-Diversity, PART 2 Local naturalist Tor Hansen will explore biological diversity in thriving and declining populations on our Cape Cod shorelines. Through his discoveries, illustrations, colorful photos, and astute observations, we will learn… Read More
SUSPENDED: Amazing Animal Ambassadors
Join us for a live animal show presented by local expert Bethany Jakubson. Meet representatives from the natural world and learn about the habitats they come from and why they are important. During the presentation, you will have… Read More
A Special Mushroom Foraging Field Trip with Rachel Goclawski
Forager and educator Rachel Goclawski will lead a walk for 30 people. Pre-registration and a $10.00 fee is required prior to the event by cash or check made out to The Friends of the Truro Library. Please wear… Read More
An Introduction to Mushrooming with Forager and Educator Rachel Goclawski
Mushrooming can be a fun and safe hobby if you know the guidelines. Learn about some beginner-level mushrooms, their health benefits, and how to stick to “safer” classes of edible mushrooms with an interactive visual presentation. Presented by… Read More
POSTPONED * Tor Hansen: Cape Cod’s Shoreline Bio-Diversity, PART 2
THIS PROGRAM IS POSTPONED. LOOK FOR IT LATER THIS FALL! Local naturalist Tor Hansen will explore biological diversity in thriving and declining populations on our Cape Cod shorelines. Through his discoveries, illustrations, colorful photos, and astute observations, we… Read More
Tor Hansen: Cape Cod’s Shoreline Bio-Diversity
Local naturalist Tor Hansen will explore biological diversity in thriving and declining populations on our Cape Cod shorelines. Through his discoveries, illustrations, colorful photos, and astute observations, we will learn more about our local biodiversity and replenishing and… Read More
Coyotes in the Neighborhood
Eastern Coyotes are a wild canid whose genetic make-up can be a combination of two species of wolves, western coyotes, and domestic dogs. It is truly a “canid soup.” Found throughout Massachusetts and eastern North America, coyotes thrive… Read More
Tor Hansen: A Deeper Look at the Twine Field Meadows
With the Twine Fields secured for conservation, Pond Road’s own naturalist, Tor Hansen, will return to take a deeper look at the fauna and the flora in Truro’s Twine Fields. Using his extraordinary photographs, presented in a slide… Read More
Author: Robert Finch
Two years after treating us to the work in-progress, Robert Finch returns to read from The Outer Beach: A Thousand-Mile Walk on Cape Cod’s Atlantic Shore. Mr. Finch writes of the Outer Beach, “No other place I know… Read More
Tor Hansen: Identify Resident and Migratory Fauna of the Twine Field Meadows
Pond Road’s own naturalist, Tor Hansen, returns to expand on the fauna and the flora in Truro’s Twine Fields. Using his extraordinary photographs, presented in a slide show, we will explore resident and migratory fauna and floral components… Read More
Deer Ticks: “One Bite Can Change Your Life…”
Join us for a tick-borne illness workshop with Larry Dapsis, Cape Cod Cooperative Extension Entomologist. Lyme Disease is the most prevalent infectious disease in Massachusetts and is now considered to be a public health crisis. In addition to… Read More
The Biodiversity of Truro’s Upland Twine Field Meadow
Pond Road’s own naturalist, Tor Hansen, will present a talk and slide show featuring his prize winning photos of fauna and the flora which shape their habitat in Truro’s Twine Fields. He will share opulent photos and discuss… Read More
FOTL Presents: Bob Prescott on Spring Birds
Spring has arrived and with it, the return of our feathered friends. Curious about that new bird at your feeder or hiding in the sea grass as you walk along our shores, streams and trails ? Bob Prescott,… 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
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
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
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
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
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.
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!
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.
Whales off Cape Cod’s Shore
Whales off Cape Cod’s Shore with Ranger Benjamin Through hands on learning with whale skulls, vertebra, faux teeth, and baleen, students will learn the differences between toothed and baleen whales. Taking on the role of scientists, students will… 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
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.
Why We Need Beach-Combers: Beach Cleanups for a Purpose
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
4-H Coastal Connections: Venomous Sea Creatures
Some sea creatures have developed particularly lethal forms of defense. Learn about some venomous marine animals and participate in making one of your own.
Blizzards: Outwit the Elements! With the Boston Museum of Science
A blizzard is coming! Engineer a tree house to withstand high winds, and save snowboarders from a wild mountain avalanche. With two exciting activities, this hands-on workshop gives participants a chance to plan, build, and test their designs… Read More
Fairy or Nature Houses with Jennifer Stratton
Expressive and creative art educator Jennifer Stratton will help you create your own fairy and nature houses. We’ll also talk about what it may take for each of us to “build a better world.”
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.
4-H Coastal Connections – Dolphins
Learn about these beloved members of the marine mammal group, which includes killer whales and pilot whales. Children can also create a dolphin craft to take home.
Reptiles! With the Boston Museum of Science
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.
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