literature

  • Bikeman

    Cape Rep Theatre commemorates the 25th Anniversary of September 11th with Bikeman, one man’s story of riding toward the World Trade Center on that fateful September day written by Thomas Flynn. Performances will be held in Cape Rep’s Barn September …

    Date: August 18th 2026 @4:55 PM
     

  • Eastham Historical Society presents John Dennis Anderson as Henry Beston

    An Interactive, Living-History Performance by John Dennis Anderson Henry Beston, portrayed by John Dennis Anderson, observes the changing seasons on Eastham’s outer beach, shares his trauma from the Great War and his creative escape in writing fairy tales. He then …

    Date: August 16th 2026 @9:22 AM
     

  • Author Talk with Christopher C. Gorham

    Please join us for an in-person talk with author Christopher C. Gorham for this book, “Matisse at War: Art and Resistance in Nazi-Occupied France.” “Matisse at War tells the story of Henri Matisse and his family as they responded artistically …

    Date: July 30th 2026 @10:12 PM
     

  • Author Talk with David J. Farrell, Jr.

    Cape Cod resident, maritime attorney, and author David Farrell discusses his new book, “Dead in the Water: The Real Story of Nathan Carman.” Sharing an evidence-based look into the mysterious case of Nathan Carman, drawing from his own interrogations, forensic …

    Date: July 30th 2026 @10:12 PM
     

  • In Conversation with Susan Choi

    Join us for an evening with award-winning author Susan Choi as she discusses her acclaimed 2025 novel, “Flashlight.” “Flashlight” traces a father’s mysterious disappearance across time, nations, and memory. Recognized as a Booker Prize Shortlist finalist and a National Book …

    Date: July 30th 2026 @10:12 PM
     

  • Gorey Letters: A Traditional Handlettering Workshop

    Join the Edward Gorey House and Thacher Hall for a crash course on traditional handlettering and create Edward Gorey-inspired letterform artwork of your very own. In observation (and dubious celebration) of the 2026 EGH exhibit O Sordid Type: Edward Gorey’s …

    Date: June 17th 2026 @2:36 PM
     

  • Story Hour at the Edward Gorey House

    Need something to do with your terrible young relations? Haul them to Story Hour at the EGH for an hour of dubiously educational storytelling. Join us on Thursdays at 2:00 under the Southern Magnolia for an interactive read-aloud of Edward …

    Date: June 17th 2026 @1:44 PM
     

  • Sailing Towards my Father: A Performance by Stephen Collins

    Come to the Craine Room to see actor and educator Stephen Collins perform “Sailing Towards My Father,” a one-man play that chronicles the life of “Moby-Dick” author Herman Melville, written and directed by Carl A. Rossi. The play dramatizes Melville’s …

    Date: March 21st 2025 @1:04 PM
     

  • Poetry Reading with Albert Groom

    Join us in the Craine Room for a reading by Albert Groom, who recently published his first book of poetry, ‘Eggplant: Golden or Scorned.’ Albert is a Cape Cod native. His writing presents a deep and reflective voice that examines …

    Date: March 19th 2025 @2:08 PM
     

  • Trying Your Hand at Poetry with Judith Partelow

    Join local poet Judith Partelow in the Craine Room of Snow Library for a poetry workshop. Listen to some poetry, write from prompts, and share your work if you’re up for it. This workshop is perfect for beginners and intermediate …

    Date: March 19th 2025 @2:08 PM