Looking for Earle: Art Program

Truro Public Library

Looking 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

The Quiet Season on Outer Cape Cod with Kai Potter

Truro Public Library

Join 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

Green Burial Options

Truro Public Library

Cremation 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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Offshore Wind Informational with the NEFSA

Truro Public Library

Join 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

Nancy Bloom Photography

Truro Public Library

Local 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

Truro Summer Concerts : Johnny Spampinato & the Value Leaders

Truro Public Library

Johnny 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

Crabby Storytime

Truro Public Library

Explore the world of crabs with Maggie & Zoe. Read, play, and make crab related crafts. For children up to age 5 and their caregivers.

Truro Summer Concerts : Sarah Swain & the Oh Boys

Truro Public Library

Sarah 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

Therapy Dogs with the Companion Animal Program of Cape Cod

Truro Public Library

Visit 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.

Bottle Rockets

Truro Public Library

Design, build, and launch your own water pressure bottle rocket behind the library.  

Truro Summer Concerts : Chandler Travis Philharmonette

Truro Public Library

The 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

Minni Yoga with Chrissy Sullivan

Truro Public Library

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 flow lead by yoga instructor, Chrissy Sullivan.

Petitions: A Discussion with Mary Keenan and Suzanne Bergeron

Truro Public Library

Historian 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

Story Wizards with Piti Theatre

Truro Public Library

A 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

Truro Summer Concerts : Cape Cod Jazz Quartet

Truro Public Library

The 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

“You, Me, Trees & The Sea” with Puppets, Paul & Mary

Truro Public Library

A 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

Henna Tattoos with Jennifer Stratton

Truro Public Library

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.

STORYWALK® — A Day in the Sun

Truro Public Library

Our 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

Meg Clarke Artist Reception

Truro Public Library

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

Truro Summer Concerts : Woof Woof Meow

Truro Public Library

Woof 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

Town of Truro Public Library Facebook Live Discussion

Truro Public Library

The 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

Cape Cod Waters — Meg Clarke

Truro Public Library

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

“Generations of Fun!” with Davis Bates

Truro Public Library

Hear 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

Our Band

Truro Public Library

Sasha 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.

Spin-Art Bike

Truro Public Library

Use the spin-art bike machine to create unique abstract art on the back deck!

Truro Summer Concerts : Zoë Lewis

Truro Public Library

Gypsy 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

Coastal Erosion at Longnook Beach – Information Session

Truro Public Library

Join 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

Global Music Adventure with Denya LeVine and Mark O’Leary

Truro Public Library

Denya 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

In My Time of Dying: An Evening with Sebastian Junger

Truro Public Library

New 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

SALT the Inflatable Whale

Truro Public Library

NECWA (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!

Art and Yoga

Truro Public Library

Calling 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

Truro Summer Concerts : The Rip-It-Ups

Truro Public Library

The 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

Robert the Guitar Guy

Truro Public Library

Robert’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.

Passion & Provocation: A Poetry Reading with Judith Partelow

Truro Public Library

Join 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

STORYWALK® — Stories from a Truro Graveyard

Truro Public Library

Pick 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

Truro Summer Concerts : Toast & Jam

Truro Public Library

TOAST AND JAM formed in 2008 to compose and perform original Bluegrass, Americana, and modern Folk.  The founders, both singer/songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, are Julie Charland and Tim Dickey, who have been friends and musical collaborators since the 1980’s. ... Read More

Horseshoe Crabs with the Cape Cod National Seashore

Truro Public Library

Join Ranger John Hanlon to learn more about these wonderful marine arthropods! Share the life history and wonders of one of Earth’s most ancient and amazing animals, and their uniqueness and value to coastal ecology and human health.... Read More

Summer Reading Kick-Off with OTHA DAY!

Truro Public Library

Celebrate the SUMMER READING Program with a HUGE drum circle led by music educator OTHA DAY. Enjoy post drumming ice cream from SAVORY & THE SWEET ESCAPE and pick up your SUMMER READING LOG!

The Truro Group Opening Reception

Truro Public Library

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

Truro Summer Concerts : Sarah Burrill Band

Truro Public Library

Sarah brings to her music and performance a depth and passion that is nothing short of contagious. Whether she is belting out a blues, caressing the melody of a delicate love song, encouraging social consciousness and change or... Read More

Closed for Independence Day

Truro Public Library

We will be closed in honor of Independence Day. You may still join us in the back yard for the first TRURO SUMMER CONCERT of the year!

The Truro Group in the Anne H. Brock Room

Truro Public Library

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

Dario Acosta Teich Argentine Jazz Quartet

Truro Public Library

Originally from Argentina and now based in New York City, Dario introduces new songs from Tierra Infinita, a new album with his world-class quartet: Yulia Musayelyan (flute), Fernando Huergo (bass), Steve Langone (drums) and Eleanor Dubinsky as a special... Read More

GUT written & performed by Janet Rodgers

Truro Public Library

The Epic Performance Poem tells the true story of Irena Gut, a young Catholic Polish girl who saved the lives of twelve young Jewish professionals from extermination by the Nazis during WWIl. When Poland was taken over by... Read More