Wellfleet Farmers Market

Join us rain or shine to kick off the season with the best the Cape has to offer!

Delight your senses and eat local!

Mid-May to Mid-October - 8:00 am-noon

The grove behind the Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA

• fresh fruits and veggies

• local meats and eggs

• flowers, honey, teas

• and more!

We offer a bonus match for Snap, WIC, and senior coupons

Mass Audubon

Experience the best of morning bird activity with a Wellfleet Bay naturalist on this walk along sanctuary trails. From pine woodlands and a freshwater pond to salt marsh and beach, the site's variety of natural communities offer diverse bird sightings. Total distance traveled is less than 1.5 miles at a slow to moderate pace as we look and listen for songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and other wildlife. This walk is a great introduction to the birds of Cape Cod and appropriate for birders of all levels. Binoculars are welcome but not required.

Register

Wellfleet Public Library

THE BEST OF THE BEST HELLEBORES WITH RICHARD HAWKE

Richard Hawke is Director of Ornamental Plant Research at the Chicago Botanic Garden and a Fine Gardening columnist. He organizes trials comparing the performance of various cultivars of many plant species and will discuss these evaluation programs and the results of his hellebore trials in particular.

Presented by The Wellfleet Gardeners

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Restaurant Days

Dine at these restaurants on designated days, and a portion of the proceeds will support the work of the Historical Society & Museum

PJ’s June 5

Flying Fish June 6

Block & Tackle June 8

Van Rensselaers June 9

The Pearl June 10

Mac’s Shack June 11

Box Lunch June 12

Pizza Spinello June 14

Winslow’s Tavern June 15

Blue Willow June 16

C-shore June 18

Bob’s Sub N Cone June 17

Wicked Oyster June 19

Moby Dick’s June 20

Bookstore & Restaurant June 24

Lobster & Chowder House June 25

Wellfleet Public Library

SCIENCE HEROES! ADLENTURE OF THE MISSING COLOR

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure! Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science that's all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

Presented by the Friends of the Wellfleet Library.

Wellfleet Public Library

The Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum Presents

Marine Mammal Strandings on Cape Cod

With Michaela Wellman

IFAW's Marine Mammal Rescue (MMR Team is the responding agency for live and dead stranded marine mammals, including dolphins, porpoises, whales, and seals, on Cape Cod down to the Southeastern border of Massachusetts, covering ~750 miles of coastline. Cape Cod has the highest frequency of small cetacean mass strandings in the world, driven primarily by the gently sloping sand flats, large tidal fluctuations, close proximity to fertile feeding grounds, social nature of the species that strand, and the hook-like shape of the Cape itself. Wellfleet specifically is a hotspot within a hotspot for these strandings. IFAW's veterinarians and biologists perform an in-field health assessment on every live stranded cetacean and those that are deemed sufficiently healthy are immediately release back to the ocean. Join IFAW Stranding Technician Michaela Wellman and learn more about the critical work that IFAW's MMR team does right here in your own backyard!

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Restaurant Days

Dine at these restaurants on designated days, and a portion of the proceeds will support the work of the Historical Society & Museum

PJ’s June 5

Flying Fish June 6

Block & Tackle June 8

Van Rensselaers June 9

The Pearl June 10

Mac’s Shack June 11

Box Lunch June 12

Pizza Spinello June 14

Winslow’s Tavern June 15

Blue Willow June 16

C-shore June 18

Bob’s Sub N Cone June 17

Wicked Oyster June 19

Moby Dick’s June 20

Bookstore & Restaurant June 24

Lobster & Chowder House June 25

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Mass Audubon

Experience the best of morning bird activity with a Wellfleet Bay naturalist on this walk along sanctuary trails. From pine woodlands and a freshwater pond to salt marsh and beach, the site's variety of natural communities offer diverse bird sightings. Total distance traveled is less than 1.5 miles at a slow to moderate pace as we look and listen for songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and other wildlife. This walk is a great introduction to the birds of Cape Cod and appropriate for birders of all levels. Binoculars are welcome but not required.

Register

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Restaurant Days

Dine at these restaurants on designated days, and a portion of the proceeds will support the work of the Historical Society & Museum

PJ’s June 5

Flying Fish June 6

Block & Tackle June 8

Van Rensselaers June 9

The Pearl June 10

Mac’s Shack June 11

Box Lunch June 12

Pizza Spinello June 14

Winslow’s Tavern June 15

Blue Willow June 16

C-shore June 18

Bob’s Sub N Cone June 17

Wicked Oyster June 19

Moby Dick’s June 20

Bookstore & Restaurant June 24

Lobster & Chowder House June 25

Wellfleet Public Library

FREE PLAY FRIDAYS!

WELCOME TO THE WELLFLEET LIBRARY CHILDREN'S ROOM!

JOIN US FOR PLAY AND CAMARADERIE FOR CHILDREN AGES 0-4 AND THEIR GROWN-UPS!

WELLFLEET PUBLIC LIBRARY

FRIDAY MORNINGS 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

Come spend the morning with us in the newly renovated Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum! We will learn about Wellfleet's famous sea captains and whaling history, as well as the Wampanoag and their fishing and hunting tools. The Museum is a great resource for learning more about our vibrant town, its industries, historic schools, preserved buildings, and ever-changing environment. Our tour will be led by Dwight Estey, Wellfleet Oysterman, Historian and WHSM Event Coordinator.

Please call the WACC at 508-349-2800 to RSVP

Space is limited, so your RSVP is essential.

THIS FREE EVENT IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE FRIENDS OF THE WELLFLEET COA

Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay

June 20, 21 and 22

Separated from the mainland and surrounded by water, islands are alluring because of their remote and unique nature. This field school will feature some of the unique islands of the Cape. From Great Island in Wellfleet to the tiny isles of Pleasant Bay, we will uncover the unique geologic history of these places.

These islands are also home to a wide array of wildlife. Along the way, we will search for diamondback terrapins, horseshoe crabs, and a variety of bird species, including nesting shorebirds. This active field school will feature both hiking and kayaking explorations.

Important Reminders: Previous (recent) paddling experience and good swimming ability are required. This course does not provide paddling instruction for beginners. Participants must have basic paddling skills. Open water bodies in which you'll be experiencing both wind and tide is not where you want to learn how to steer a boat!

Participants may choose among available single kayaks. All equipment is provided; all participants must wear life jackets.

*Please note: the hours listed on the schedule may vary from the sample schedule in the field school brochure and are subject to change based on tides, staff, optimal wildlife sightings, and other variables. A detailed schedule will be prepared and sent to registrants at approximately 3-4 weeks in advance.

This course is one of several Cape Cod Field Schools offered. To learn more, visit www.massaudubon.org/capecodfieldschools.

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

One of the best ways to see Wellfleet is to walk the village with a local historian. Beginning and ending at WHS&M, these 90-minute guided tours provide an overview of the town’s history, simple identification of architecture, and anecdotal accounts of long-ago local characters. Participants learn about historic buildings, pass beautiful landmarks, and explore charming hidden lanes.

The tour of moderate exertion includes 1 mile of walking with occasional uneven ground.

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Fridays at 3:30 pm

REGISTER

Isabel Souza Studio

A CELESTIAL CELEBRATION

Astrology and Tarot reading on the patio by Moontide Astrology

$20 for 20 minute reading

Wellfleet Public Library

Join us on June 21 (International Horseshoe Crab Day) for hands-on, minds-on fun interaction with horseshoe crabs for the whole family:

• Educational display illustrating the importance of HSCs

• HSC eggs and baby/juvenile HSCs in a small aquarium tank

• One or two live adult HSCs in appropriate tubs - participants can touch the crabs (and even take a selfie) and we will explain/point out their key features

• Display of HSC items and artifacts, including a model HSC that shows internal anatomy, HSC molts, and various pieces of HSC art

• Activities and takeaways: HSC stickers, HSC origami (instructions provided), 3D paper models that kids can make (adults too!), and an informational handout

• And more!

AMZehender Gallery

Chris Kelly - Close to Home - New paintings from the “Dune Patrol” series.

On Display: June 18 - July 2

Opening Reception Saturday, June 21, 5-7 PM

Second Saturday Artist Talk: Saturday, June 28, 5PM

25 Bank St, Wellfleet, MA

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Sundays: Zumba with Alissa - 9:00 am

Tuesdays: Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Shake Your Soul: Tuesdays at 10:30 am

Wednesdays: Zumba with Erin - 8:00 am

Thursdays: Quiet Mind Yoga with Lee - 8:00 am

Fridays - Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Saturdays : Julie Rich’s Dance Fitness - 10:30 am

To confirm class schedule, more details, pricing, and contact info, visit HERE

Wellfleet Public Library

Power of Kindness The Outer Cape Chorale Chamber Singers present a one-hour a cappella concert on the theme of kindness. Eclectic music selections will be featured as well as singer stories about their experiences with kindness -something for everyone! Fun, thought-provoking, and delightful!

Sunday, June 22 @ 5:00 PM

Farm Projects

Sunday is Print Night
6pm with Megan Biddle and Korn

an opportunity to see work in process in a more intimate setting...

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

Visit HERE for the most up-to-date weekly class schedule.

Free for residents/taxpayers, $5 for non-residents. A hold harmless form must be on file.

More information and full schedule: www.wellfleetcoa.org • 508-349-2800

Wellfleet Public Library

FEMALE HUSBANDS

Long before people identified as transgender or lesbian, there were female husbands and the women who loved them. Female husbands - people assigned female who transed gender, lived as men, and married women - were true queer pioneers. Moving deftly from the colonial era to just before the First World War, Jen Manion uncovers the riveting and very personal stories of ordinary people who lived as men despite tremendous risk, danger, violence, and threat of punishment. Female Husbands weaves the story of their lives in relation to broader social, economic, and political developments in the United States and the United Kingdom while also exploring how attitudes towards female husbands shifted in relation to transformations in gender politics and women’s rights, ultimately leading to the demise of he category of female husband' in the early twentieth century.

Female Husbands offers a dynamic, varied, and complex history of the LGBTQ past.

Jen Manion is a social and cultural historian whose work examines the role of gender and sexuality in American life. Manion is the author of Liberty's Prisoners: Carceral Culture in Early America (Penn, 2015) and Female Husbands: A Trans History. (Cambridge,2020) and co-editor of Taking Back the Academy (Routledge, 2004) with Jim Downs. Jen has written dozens of essays and articles for popular and scholarly publications. Jen received a PhD in history from Rutgers University and a BA in history with an English minor from the University of Pennsylvania, magna cum laude. Jen is Professor of History and Sexuality, Women's and Gender Studies at Amherst College.

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

What makes the Wellfleet oyster special and desired worldwide? Against the backdrop of Wellfleet harbor, participants learn the history of the famous Wellfleet oyster. They meet at the L-Pier (the wooden pier to the left of Mac’s on the Pier) to join former WHS&M president and commercial oysterman Dwight Estey for an entertaining and informative look at an industry that is synonymous with Wellfleet.

This 60–90-minute tour covers areas of the town pier and is wheelchair friendly.

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult).

2nd and 4th Tuesday monthly at 10 am

REGISTER

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

BRAIN HEALTH

AN OWNER'S GUIDE TO YOUR BRAIN COGNITION, MOOD and MEMORY

June 17th & 24th, 2025 - 11:00a.m. - 12:30p.m.

Come learn how everyday habits can boost your mood, memory and cognition. This program is part 1 & 2 of six sessions planned for Summer 2025 at the Wellfleet Adult Community Center with Susan Baumgarten and Alison Dwyer. Susan and Alison are integrative health practitioners in the fields of nutrition and psychiatry, respectively.

They help clients optimize health through evidence-based lifestyle, food, supplements, herbs, yoga, meditation and other body-based modalities. As integrative health experts, they translate cutting-edge science into practical advice to incorporate into daily life.

PLEASE CALL THE WACC TO RSVP AT 508-349-2800

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Cemetery Walking Tours

Participants meet at the main gate to the cemetery on Gross Hill Road (opposite the police station), where they join a local WHS&M historian for a 90-minute look at Pleasant Hill and Oakdale Cemeteries. Come hear fascinating stories about those inhabitants who shaped and were shaped by this exceptional town. 

The tour includes one-half mile of walking on uneven ground.    

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday nights at 4:30 pm

REGISTER

Mass Audubon

Look for diamondback terrapins, a threatened species of salt marsh turtle. During June and July we'll walk along sanctuary trails in search of nesting turtles. In August and September, we hope to find or release hatchlings. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to walk up to 2 miles. For adults and children age 6 and older.

Register

Wellfleet Public Library

Free Spanish Language Lessons With Violeta Villamil

Join local educator Violeta Villamil for free Spanish classes for anyone who wants to learn basic Spanish or improve upon their existing conversational Spanish skills!

If interested, please contact racine.oxtoby@wellfleet-ma.gov to sign up!

Tuesdays 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

June Dates: 6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Public Library

Slavery and Abolitionism on Cape Cod

From the start of the Puritan era through the end of he Revolutionary War, Boston was the central hub o the slave trade. Slaves were brought onboard ships fron the African coast with regularity, often mastered by Cape Cod sea captains. The total number of slaves per household was certainly much smaller in the Northeast than they were in the larger plantations found in the South, but, nonetheless, a much-needed labor force was deemed a necessity. After Massachusetts legally prohibited the practice of slavery in 1780, sea captains continued to engage in its development in a variety of ways. Some captains would bring slaves in surreptitiously, while other masters of the sea profited in indirect ways. Some mariners provided inexpensive low-grade food to the plantations, while others would bring cotton to the North for textile work. In the early 1800s the Commonwealth's shipping industry became divided, with some men fighting for the cause of abolitionism while other captains preterred a very slow demise to this human trafficking. Massachusetts would eventually lead a movement to fight for total abolitionism. To understand the thinking of the day, religious views, political positions, economic factors, and social movements are all placed into sharper detail and given greater context. By sharing protiles of notable Black people living in Massachusetts, we acknowledge the enormous positive contributions made by those forced to relinquish their personal right to freedom.

Michael V. Pregot is an educator, writer, and admirer of local history. As a Cape Cod resident, he loves researching the stories of historic maritime figures to share familiar and yet untold vignettes of their deeds with others. His goal is to keep an audience drawn to and focused on vivid stories of the sea.

Mass Audubon

Experience the best of morning bird activity with a Wellfleet Bay naturalist on this walk along sanctuary trails. From pine woodlands and a freshwater pond to salt marsh and beach, the site's variety of natural communities offer diverse bird sightings. Total distance traveled is less than 1.5 miles at a slow to moderate pace as we look and listen for songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and other wildlife. This walk is a great introduction to the birds of Cape Cod and appropriate for birders of all levels. Binoculars are welcome but not required.

Register

Wellfleet Farmers Market

Join us rain or shine to kick off the season with the best the Cape has to offer!

Delight your senses and eat local!

Mid-May to Mid-October - 8:00 am-noon

The grove behind the Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA

• fresh fruits and veggies

• local meats and eggs

• flowers, honey, teas

• and more!

We offer a bonus match for Snap, WIC, and senior coupons

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Restaurant Days

Dine at these restaurants on designated days, and a portion of the proceeds will support the work of the Historical Society & Museum

PJ’s June 5

Flying Fish June 6

Block & Tackle June 8

Van Rensselaers June 9

The Pearl June 10

Mac’s Shack June 11

Box Lunch June 12

Pizza Spinello June 14

Winslow’s Tavern June 15

Blue Willow June 16

C-shore June 18

Bob’s Sub N Cone June 17

Wicked Oyster June 19

Moby Dick’s June 20

Bookstore & Restaurant June 24

Lobster & Chowder House June 25

Wellfleet Public Library

LEARN ABOUT THE HERRING THAT RETURN TO THE CAPE COD RIVERS AND PONDS EVERY SPRING! JOIN RANGER JOHN FROM THE CAPE COD NATIONAL SEASHORE FOR A FUN GAME RECREATING THE JOURNEY OF HERRING, FOLLOWED BY A STORYTIME!

Wellfleet Public Library

FIRST PLACE PRIZE! SNACKS AND BEVERAGES PROVIDED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE WELLFLEET PUBLIC LIBRARY!

FREE TO ENTER!

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

Shop handmade goods from local artisans!

The Makers Market will run at Mayo Beach from June 26 to August 28, 2025, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM.

Mass Audubon

Experience a leisurely birding exploration along Wellfleet Bay's All Persons Trail. New to birding? Beginners are welcome!

This program covers 0.5 miles, traversing diverse habitats including a pollinator garden, vernal pool, forest, freshwater pond, and salt marsh. We'll move at a slow pace, taking time to observe and listen for songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and other wildlife.

The 0.25-mile out-and-back trail is surfaced with packed crushed stone, largely flat, and wheelchair accessible, with ample benches for rest along the way. We will begin and end at the Nature Center.

Register

Mass Audubon

Look for diamondback terrapins, a threatened species of salt marsh turtle. During June and July we'll walk along sanctuary trails in search of nesting turtles. In August and September, we hope to find or release hatchlings. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to walk up to 2 miles. For adults and children age 6 and older.

Register

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Mass Audubon

Experience the best of morning bird activity with a Wellfleet Bay naturalist on this walk along sanctuary trails. From pine woodlands and a freshwater pond to salt marsh and beach, the site's variety of natural communities offer diverse bird sightings. Total distance traveled is less than 1.5 miles at a slow to moderate pace as we look and listen for songbirds, shorebirds, wading birds, and other wildlife. This walk is a great introduction to the birds of Cape Cod and appropriate for birders of all levels. Binoculars are welcome but not required.

Register

Wellfleet Public Library

FREE PLAY FRIDAYS!

WELCOME TO THE WELLFLEET LIBRARY CHILDREN'S ROOM!

JOIN US FOR PLAY AND CAMARADERIE FOR CHILDREN AGES 0-4 AND THEIR GROWN-UPS!

WELLFLEET PUBLIC LIBRARY

FRIDAY MORNINGS 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

SIGHT LOSS SERVICES, INC. CAPE COD and ISLANDS

Presents

"What is Sight Loss Services?"

June 27, 2025 11:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.

Learn about the services and programs provided by Sight Loss Services to the visually impaired of Cape Cod and their families

What it means to be legally blind vs. visually impaired

See some of the adaptive aids available for helping to foster independence and confidence in daily living.

Because no one should go through vision loss alone... Sight Loss Services is here to help!

Please call the WACC to RSVP at 508-349-2800

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

One of the best ways to see Wellfleet is to walk the village with a local historian. Beginning and ending at WHS&M, these 90-minute guided tours provide an overview of the town’s history, simple identification of architecture, and anecdotal accounts of long-ago local characters. Participants learn about historic buildings, pass beautiful landmarks, and explore charming hidden lanes.

The tour of moderate exertion includes 1 mile of walking with occasional uneven ground.

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Fridays at 3:30 pm

REGISTER

Wellfleet Methodist Church

Taize is a candlelit ecumenical service of chants, prayer, and silent meditative contemplation.

Services are held every 4th Friday of the month. 5:30

Farm Projects

Artist talk with Megan Hinton: Friday, June 27, 6 pm
 

Farm Projects is pleased to present Parting Line, a solo exhibition by Korn that brings a raw and urgent material language to themes of queerness, intimacy, and resistance.

Originally from Recife, Brazil, Korn studied art in Memphis before relocating to Brooklyn, and later the Hudson valley; where they spent 25 years fabricating work in glass, wood, and metal for other artists at Polich Fine Art foundry/UAP. After decades away from their own practice, Korn has returned with a distinct lexicon shaped by letterpress, printmaking, photo transfers, concrete and metal.

In this collection, Korn turns to the architecture of queer cruising—the coded language of public restrooms and hidden meeting places—as a lens for exploring bodily autonomy, visibility, and risk in a repressive political moment. These charged prints and sculptural works evoke the materiality of tile, plumbing, urine, and surveillance, transforming spaces of marginalization into ones of subversion and connection.

Balancing industrial grit with moments of intimacy, Korn reimagines sites often weaponized against trans and queer bodies into arenas of pleasure, protest, and visibility.

Wellfleet Recreation

June 27

Riptides

Baker’s Field Pavilion

Friends of the Council on Aging

A Classic Broadway Cabaret: celebrating songs of love

Featuring: Carolyn Rogers, Madison Mayer, Zack Johnson - vocalists

John Thomas - piano

a Free Concert and the presentation by the Friends of the Wellfleet COA

2025 Distinguished Service Award to Evelyn Savage

June 28, 2:00 p.m. at the Wellfleet Adult Community Center

715 Old Kings Highway (508)349-2800

Light Refreshments

https://www.wellfleetcoa.org

A Wellfleet Cultural Council supported event

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

We hope you're hungry, because it's time for Taste of the Towns ! We are excited to host the Cape's best restaurants, breweries and catering companies throughout the Cape on June 28th. Join us at 5pm for check in, mingling and welcome drinks. At 5:30, the tent opens and it's an all you can eat and drink dining experience in our beautiful backyard! Beer, wine and a signature cocktails are included in your ticket price.

This year you can buy a general admission ticket for $150, which still gets you into the welcome drinks part at 5pm, or a Patron of the Arts Benefactor ticket for $275. The PofA ticket gets you top shelf cocktails, a newly released shirt featuring artist Ellen Lebow's rendition of the famous Johnathan Kendall carved front doors, and hand painted short bread oyster cookies. Part of the PofA tickets will go towards a new fund that will serve as a sponsorship for community members who may need finanacial assistance to attend events at the Hall, because we believe that the arts should be available to all. You can also ensure that you sit with your friends by purchasing a table of 8 for $1200. Come celebrate the start of summer and support year round programming at the Hall. There will also be live auction!

TICKETS

AMZehender Gallery

Chris Kelly - Close to Home - New paintings from the “Dune Patrol” series.

On Display: June 18 - July 2

Opening Reception Saturday, June 21, 5-7 PM

Second Saturday Artist Talk: Saturday, June 28, 5PM

25 Bank St, Wellfleet, MA

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

On the famed flats of Cape Cod Bay, within the tranquil waters of Wellfleet Harbor, lives Wellfleet’s storied shellfish industry. From late June through mid-September, WOA hosts farm visits to some of the 108 aquaculture operations that call our local waters home. These low tide walking adventures offer an up-close look at what exactly goes into growing and harvesting of a variety of local shellfish. If you like shucking and slurping, you are sure to love a visit to the special place that makes it all possible.

DATES:

• JUNE: 29, 30

• JULY: 12, 13, 15, 27, 28

• AUGUST: 13, 14**, 15, 23*, 24, 25, 27

• SEPTEMBER: 6*, 11, 12, 13

• OCTOBER: 10, 11

  TICKETS

*Tours hosted in partnership with the Wampanoag Tribe and the Wellfleet Historical Society
**The location of this tour is beautiful, but it can get muddy depending on conditions. Please be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water and loose silt.

NOTES:

• Children 12 & under are FREE and do not need a ticket. As an alternative, please consider making a donation to Wellfleet Oyster Alliance.

• Boots or shoes that can get wet are essential. Please do not wear sandals or flip-flops. Shellfish shells are very sharp and could cut bare feet!

• Locations vary and will be given once tickets are purchased.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Sundays: Zumba with Alissa - 9:00 am

Tuesdays: Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Shake Your Soul: Tuesdays at 10:30 am

Wednesdays: Zumba with Erin - 8:00 am

Thursdays: Quiet Mind Yoga with Lee - 8:00 am

Fridays - Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Saturdays : Julie Rich’s Dance Fitness - 10:30 am

To confirm class schedule, more details, pricing, and contact info, visit HERE

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

Visit HERE for the most up-to-date weekly class schedule.

Free for residents/taxpayers, $5 for non-residents. A hold harmless form must be on file.

More information and full schedule: www.wellfleetcoa.org • 508-349-2800

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

On the famed flats of Cape Cod Bay, within the tranquil waters of Wellfleet Harbor, lives Wellfleet’s storied shellfish industry. From late June through mid-September, WOA hosts farm visits to some of the 108 aquaculture operations that call our local waters home. These low tide walking adventures offer an up-close look at what exactly goes into growing and harvesting of a variety of local shellfish. If you like shucking and slurping, you are sure to love a visit to the special place that makes it all possible.

DATES:

• JUNE: 29, 30

• JULY: 12, 13, 15, 27, 28

• AUGUST: 13, 14**, 15, 23*, 24, 25, 27

• SEPTEMBER: 6*, 11, 12, 13

• OCTOBER: 10, 11

*Tours hosted in partnership with the Wampanoag Tribe and the Wellfleet Historical Society
**The location of this tour is beautiful, but it can get muddy depending on conditions. Please be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water and loose silt.

NOTES:

• Children 12 & under are FREE and do not need a ticket. As an alternative, please consider making a donation to Wellfleet Oyster Alliance.

• Boots or shoes that can get wet are essential. Please do not wear sandals or flip-flops. Shellfish shells are very sharp and could cut bare feet!

• Locations vary and will be given once tickets are purchased.

• TICKETS

Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay

There’s a lot happening at Mass Audubon this month! Please visit HERE for the complete schedule of the many events and programs offered at Wellfleet Bay this week.

Wellfleet Public Library

The Battle for Boston

Author Don Gillis in conversation with Mary Nee

The Battle for Boston captures the remarkable era under Mayor Ray Flynn, whose election in 1985 marked the beginning of a profound shift in the citys political and social landscape. Don Gillis, a Flynn senior advisor, chronicles the inspiring journey of a city that dared to challenge the entrenched power brokers, including developers, landlords, and banking industry leaders, through powerful grassroots campaigns. In a historic turn, in 2021, Michelle Wu became the first woman, person of color, and Asian-American elected Mayor of Boston.

Wu's victory on a similarly progressive platform as Flynn underscores the enduring relevance of his legacy, signaling a hopeful future for more inclusive and effectively governed cities. The Battle for Boston poses a critical inquiry: Can cities truly embrace progressivism and govern effectively in the twenty-first century?

Don Gillis, PhD, is a longtime Wellfleet homeowner and current resident. He has been a community organizer and activist in Boston, advised mayors of several cities, and led economic and workforce development agencies in Massachusetts. He holds a PhD in urban sociology and the sociology of education, as well as an MA in community sociology, from Boston University, where he has taught undergraduate and graduate students.

Mary Nee, an Eastham resident, was a Senior Budget and Policy Analyst for the MA Senate Ways and Means Committee. In 1984, she joined Boston Mayor Ray Flynn and established the Mayor's Office of Capital Planning, producing a $1.3 billion rebuilding plan-the first in 23 years. She has held senior leadership positions in several nonprofit organizations. For the past 4 years, she has chaired the Eastham Zoning Task Force, receiving voter approval for 20 zoning amendments.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Bringing the community together thru Story and Song around the theme of Olde Cape Cod stories of days gone by.

Monday, June 30th, 7PM

Tickets $20 at www.wellfleetpreservationhall.org

All proceeds go to Preservation Hall & Wellfleet Historical Society

Featured Performers: Carolyn Rogers, Lisa Brown, Dwight Estey, John Shuman, Paul E. Halley, and Sputnik the Band

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Kripalu Gentle Yoga July Relaxation Hour

Tuesdays 4-5 pm, July 1, 8, 15, 22

Guided by Patty Pipernos

Wellfleet Library, Multi-media room

If you can, bring a mat, blocks, & yoga strap • Limited mats/ props available

All classes "pay as you wish" ($0-15 suggested) • All proceeds to be donated to the Wellfleet Food Pantry.

Questions? • E-mail pattypipernosyoga@gmail.com

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Cemetery Walking Tours

Participants meet at the main gate to the cemetery on Gross Hill Road (opposite the police station), where they join a local WHS&M historian for a 90-minute look at Pleasant Hill and Oakdale Cemeteries. Come hear fascinating stories about those inhabitants who shaped and were shaped by this exceptional town. 

The tour includes one-half mile of walking on uneven ground.    

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday nights at 4:30 pm

REGISTER

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Farmers Market

Join us rain or shine to kick off the season with the best the Cape has to offer!

Delight your senses and eat local!

Mid-May to Mid-October - 8:00 am-noon

The grove behind the Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA

• fresh fruits and veggies

• local meats and eggs

• flowers, honey, teas

• and more!

We offer a bonus match for Snap, WIC, and senior coupons

Wellfleet Public Library

Shark Tooth Identification with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy

Children will dig into a fossil bin to find and identify various fossils from sharks, whales, coral, and more! This program will provide children with information on prehistoric sharks, and develop their skills of using an identification chart to try and determine which fossils they have found and what species of shark their tooth came from. Children will be able to keep their own shark tooth.

Wellfleet Recreation

Wednesdays in July and August

Free and Fun for the whole family! All ages are welcome!

At the Jan Rutz Harbor Bandstand, located at the end of the town pier.

More info: Wellfleet Recreation Dept. 508-349-0314

Wellfleet Public Library

AUTHOR TALK:

LUKE PYENSON IN CONVERSATION WITH TONY PASQUALE

Through original essays and engaging conversations with dozensof indie musicians representing several subgenres, scenes, and eras, food takes center stage in stories about being on tour and eating on tour and how this basic human necessity can reate a sense of community and interconnectedness in one of the most mobile industries in the world. Based broadly on the subject of eating on tour, these entries each spin off into their own focused and exciting behind-the- scenes story, but all contirm what Luke Pyenson and Alex Bleeker suspected all along-tood looms large in the lives of touring musicians, and it can be used as a gateway into understanding what going on tour is really like.

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

Shop handmade goods from local artisans!

The Makers Market will run at Mayo Beach from June 26 to August 28, 2025, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM.

Wellfleet Public Library

Tidal Flat Exploration With the Center for Coastal Studies

Join Jesse Mechling, Marine Education Director at the Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies, and Anna Nielsen, Librarian at the Wellfleet Public Library, for an exploratory walk through the Wellfleet flats and discover all the life that swirls within!

Please wear boots or shoes that won't come off in the water.

This event made possible through the Friends of the Wellfleet Public Library.

Wellfleet Public Library

Improv Afternoon With ImprovIncetown

Learn the art of being silly with local improv troupe ImprovIncetown! They will teach fun and funny improv techniques at their children's workshop, followed by a free improv comedy show!

2:00 PM - Workshop Young participants will be encouraged to come out of their shells and practice spontaneity and creativity through improvisation!

4:00 PM - Comedy Show The whole family is invited to attend our free improv comedy show - and some may even get the chance to contribute to the fun!

Presented by the Friends of the Wellfleet Library

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Bites & Flights with Chef Tony Pasquale

Limited series dining event. 5 apps & 5 wines

MAY 1 - JUNE 5 - JULY 3 - AUGUST 7 - SEPT. 18 - OCT. 16

WELLFLEET PRESERVATION HALL

Tickets & info: www.wellfleetpreservationhall.org - 508-349-1800

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Public Library

Four Mothers

Tsukasa in Japan grapples with memories of a difficult childhood as she tries to chart a new, healthier path for her own daughter while balancing onerous cultural expectations. Chelsea in Kenya endures a devastating loss just before she gives birth and finds that without the traditional support of previous generations, motherhood can be grueling - but it can also provide emotional healing.

Anna in Finland navigates a complicated relationship with her child's father, but the country's robust family policies allow her to still pursue the kind of parenthood that she envisioned. Sarah in the Us leaves the religious community that raised her in order to create a less traditional family of her own only to find she's largely confronting motherhood alone.

Utterly propulsively readable from page one, Leonard interweaves these stories with a critically researched exploration of how parental support programs evolved in each country-and why some provide more help than others. As nations around the world debate programs like paid leave, universal daycare, reproductive healthcare, and family tax incentives, Four Mothers offers a uniquely intimate, moving portrait of what those policies mean for parents on the ground-and considers what modern families really want.

Abigail Leonard is an international reporter and news producer, previously based in Tokyo, where she was a frequent contributor to NPR, Time Magazine and New York Times video.

Her reporting focuses on issues that impact women, including the Japanese MeToo movement; Japanese "salary-women"; caregiver spouses of injured veterans; and women who give birth in private prisons. She now lives in Washington DC with her husband and three children.

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Wellfleet Public Library

Conversational French Club With Cecile Serrano

Looking for a fun way to improve or strengthen your conversational French? Maybe you want to learn a bit more about French culture? Or maybe you are looking for opportunities to socialize with other francophiles? Whatever your reason, our Conversational French Club is the perfect place for you! Led by Cecile Serrano, our Conversational French Club will meet twice a month. With your library card, you can gain access to free French-language movies on Kanopy, which we will use to inspire conversation.

We hope you will join us!

Cecile is a native from Toulouse in south France. She lived in Toulouse, Paris and Montpellier and has been in the US for 28 years. She lives year-round with her husband and two sons in Wellfleet, a town she loves very much!

Recommended for Intermediate-to-Expert French speakers.

1st and 3rd Saturday of the month

2:30 PM-4:00

Jeff Soderbergh Sustainable Furnishing & Fine Art Gallery

Alex Buchanan Solo Exhibition | July 5 - 26, 2025

Please join us in celebrating a show of new and stunning sustainable work

Artist Reception: Saturday | July 5th | 4-8pm

11b West Main St. Wellfleet, MA | 508-214-0538 | jeffsoderbergh.com/artists

A contemporary gallery dedicated to showing exquisitely crafted fine art, sculpture, lighting and furniture created using highly sustainable materials.

AMZehnder Gallery

On exhibit July 2 - 16

Opening Reception - July 5, 5-7 pm

Second Artist Talk - July 12, 5 pm

25 Bank St, Wellfleet, MA

Left Bank Gallery

Jim Holland - New Paintings

On Exhibit: July 5 - 18

Reception: July 5, 6-8 pm

25 Commercial St, Wellfleet, MA

Farm Projects

On Exhibit: July 4-14

Opening Reception: July 5, 6-8 pm

Artist Talk with Megan Hinton, July 11, 6 pm

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Experience the spellbinding sounds of Duo Andalus in the intimate, acoustically rich Wellfleet Preservation Hall.

Moroccan-Jewish vocalist LALA Tamar and flamenco/oud virtuoso Ofer Ronen bring a soulful journey of voice, strings, and story. From Sephardic to Flamenco, Arabic to Ladino, their music bridges cultures across the Mediterranean Sea and North Africa in a performance that is as tender as it is powerful.

With millions of views from the streets of Marrakech to global stages, this is a rare opportunity to see Duo Andalus up close in one of Cape Cod’s most beautiful listening rooms.

This concert is presented by Secret Planet Cape Cod - a co-production of Cape Symphony Presents and Narrowland Music. The Secret Planet series is an initiative rooted in a beloved NYC mini-fest and dedicated to promoting acoustic and traditional music, and the communities that sustain it. Together, we’re bringing a diverse array of phenomenal global artists to Cape Cod, nurturing cultural awareness, artistic excellence, and community connection.

Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of sound, spirit, and heritage.

$35

TICKETS

Wellfleet Recreation

ADULT 5 MILE RACE:  (Ages 13 & up)
Men & Women: 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, 80+
First Wellfleet Resident: Male and Female
First Race Walker: Male and Female
Wheelchair Division
Where: Begin at Mayo Beach parking lot along Wellfleet Harbor to Sunset Hill and back.

CHILDREN'S 1.2 MILE RACE: (Ages 12 & under)
Where: Mayo Beach Parking Lot to Chequessett Neck Rd intersection and back.
(T-shirts for all runners 12 and under)

Register online by July 4th at 5PM
Register in person Race Day July 6th from 7:50-8:20 AM.

SHIRT PICK UP AVAILABLE on Friday, July 4th and Saturday, July 5th
at Baker's Field Recreation building at 70 Kendrick Ave between the hours of 9AM- 5PM
and on Race Day, July 6th starting at 7:30 AM for the Adult race, 8:30 AM for Children's race. 
MUST REGISTER BY 6/16 TO GET A SHIRT! 

Timing done by Spitler Race Systems ... results available immediately & on the Internet at
Spitler Race Systems Timed Events

PLEASE SELECT T-SHIRT SIZE CAREFULLY

• Please select your T-shirt size carefully as you will be unable to select a different size later.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Sundays: Zumba with Alissa - 9:00 am

Tuesdays: Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Wednesdays: Zumba with Erin - 8:00 am

Thursdays: Quiet Mind Yoga with Lee - 8:00 am

Fridays - Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

To confirm class schedule, more details, pricing, and contact info, visit HERE

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

Monthly exhibit of Outer Cape Contemporary Artists

July - Phyllis Ewen

On exhibit: July 6 - August 1

Opening Reception: July 6, 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Curated by Robert Rindler

ARTIST’S STATEMENT  

In my work, I explore how our imagination and memories interact with the natural world. The movement of the earth’s surface has been a source of inspiration and imagery for more than a decade. The surface of the earth has many forces that affect it.   

In 3-dimensional reliefs, I invite viewers to imagine themselves within the seascape above and below the surface of the water. In topographical waterscapes such as The Sea is Boiling and Polar Melt  I scanned charts and weather maps, altered them in Photoshop, and printed them. Then they are reassembled to form imagined waterscapes that highlight the changing nature of our seas; rising waters and melting glaciers – the effects of anthropogenic global warming. Although maps imply a viewer looking down at the landscape, I hope that the dimensional qualities of my images allow us imagine ourselves within it; to inhabit the seas as another way of understanding.

In AMBIENT FIELD, I use maps of the ocean floor  to suggest the slower-acting forces of deep time. The depth and texture are both actual and an illusion. The layers of the installation are attached with magnets, reflecting the magnetic fields in the earth’s tectonic plates. 

ARTIST’S BIO:                                                          

Phyllis Ewen lives in Massachusetts, with studios in Somerville and Wellfleet. She is a member of the Kingston Gallery in Boston where she just had another one-person show, INUNDATION in May, 2025 and also at the AIR Gallery in Brooklyn that was well received and reviewed. 

Her art is in public collections, including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the DeCordova Museum, the Boston Public Library, Harvard University, the Reykjanes Museum of Art, and numerous corporate and private collections.  

Ewen’s work has been shown widely. In 2017, her work was in a 3-artist exhibit at the Reykjanes Museum of Art in Iceland, Við Sjónarrönd/Above And Below The Horizon, a two-person show, Imprint, in York Maine, and a solo, Land and Water, at the Lesley University Spotlight Gallery.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

A Journey Through Strings and Stories"

Hiroya Tsukamoto brings a blend of masterful finger style guitar and evocative storytelling that transcends cultural barriers. His artistry, honed at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, has been celebrated on renowned stages like the Blue Note in NYC and the United Nations, and lauded for its “delicate, fluid, and beautifully detailed” style by Acoustic Guitar magazine.

Tsukamoto’s concerts are not just musical events; they are immersive experiences that weave lyrical narratives with intricate melodies. Recognized for his soulful performances that create an orchestra at his fingertips, he invites audiences into his world of musical exploration and emotional expression. This is a rare opportunity to witness a performer who has been celebrated for his ability to take listeners on an “impressionistic journey” (Boston Herald). Enchanting music that promises to resonate long after the final note is played.

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

Visit HERE for the most up-to-date weekly class schedule.

Free for residents/taxpayers, $5 for non-residents. A hold harmless form must be on file.

More information and full schedule: www.wellfleetcoa.org • 508-349-2800

Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay

There’s a lot happening at Mass Audubon this month! Please visit HERE for the complete schedule of the many events and programs offered at Wellfleet Bay this week.

Wellfleet Public Library

The Snowbirds

Kim and Grant are at a turning point. A couple for thirty years, their "separate but together" partnership is running up against the realities of late middle age. Escaping the bitter cold of a Midwestern winter for the hot desert sun of Palm Springs seems as good a solution as any to the more intractable problems they face. When they arrive at Le Desert, a quirky condo community where everyone knows everyone's business, Kim immediately embraces the opportunity to make new friends and explore a more adventurous side of her personality. Meanwhile, Grant struggles to find his footing in this unfamiliar landscape, leaving Kim to wonder if their relationship can survive the snowbird season. But when Grant goes missing on a hike in the Palm Springs mountains, Kim is forced to consider two terrifying outcomes: either Grant is truly lost, or this time, he's really left her. The exhilarating, but often confusing transitions of midlife are pitched against the promise and glamour of Palm Springs in this tender, honest story of what it takes to commit to someone for a lifetime. With compassion and humor, The Snowbirds explores the redemptive power of finding ourselves, and of being found.

Christina Clancy is the author of The Second Home and Shoulder Season. Her work has also appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, the Chicago Tribune, The Sun magazine, and in various literary journals. She splits her time between Madison and Palm Springs.

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

What makes the Wellfleet oyster special and desired worldwide? Against the backdrop of Wellfleet harbor, participants learn the history of the famous Wellfleet oyster. They meet at the L-Pier (the wooden pier to the left of Mac’s on the Pier) to join former WHS&M president and commercial oysterman Dwight Estey for an entertaining and informative look at an industry that is synonymous with Wellfleet.

This 60–90-minute tour covers areas of the town pier and is wheelchair friendly.

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult).

2nd and 4th Tuesday monthly at 10 am

REGISTER

Kripalu Gentle Yoga July Relaxation Hour

Tuesdays 4-5 pm, July 1, 8, 15, 22

Guided by Patty Pipernos

Wellfleet Library, Multi-media room

If you can, bring a mat, blocks, & yoga strap • Limited mats/ props available

All classes "pay as you wish" ($0-15 suggested) • All proceeds to be donated to the Wellfleet Food Pantry.

Questions? • E-mail pattypipernosyoga@gmail.com

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Cemetery Walking Tours

Participants meet at the main gate to the cemetery on Gross Hill Road (opposite the police station), where they join a local WHS&M historian for a 90-minute look at Pleasant Hill and Oakdale Cemeteries. Come hear fascinating stories about those inhabitants who shaped and were shaped by this exceptional town. 

The tour includes one-half mile of walking on uneven ground.    

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday nights at 4:30 pm

REGISTER

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

THE MOSQUITO STORY SLAM: STORIES WITH A B I T E !

The Mosquito is a live storytelling event on the Outer Cape, fueled by YOU, our audience!

Mosquito Story Slams are an opportunity for audience members to participate by telling a 5-minute true, personal story based on a theme. Stories are told, not read - no notes or props allowed, just you, a mic, and your Story!

Our mission is to celebrate and honor the diversity and commonality of our human experiences through the art and craft of live storytelling. Currently in its 12th year, the Mosquito has presented thousands of stories to live audiences and podcast subscribers. Each show features special guest storytellers and audience favorites.

Tuesdays at Wellfleet Preservation Hall

July 8: Rebel Rebel!

July 22: Boundary Issues

Aug 5: Almost Famous

Aug 19: Difficult Conversations

Sep 02: The One That Got Away

STORYTELLING TIPS -

We find that successful stories are rehearsed, connect strongly to the theme, have a sense of urgency or suspense and a compelling opening and closing line (a little humor never hurts). Practice in your car or in the shower and record onto your phone for timing!

JOIN US - 6:30pm: Sign-up for storytellers / Doors Open

7pm: Story Slam

Tickets: $25 (Available via venue websites or at the door)

Wellfleet Public Library

Like Paris in the 1920s, New York City in the 1960s was a cauldron of avant-garde ferment and artistic innovation. Boundaries were transgressed and new forms created. Drawing on interviews, memoirs, and the alternative press, Everything Is Now chronicles this collective drama as it was played out in coffeehouses, bars, lofts, storefront theaters, and, ultimately, the streets. The principals here are penniless filmmakers, jazz musicians, and pertorming poets, as well as less

classifiable artists. Most were outsiders at the time. They include Amiri Baraka, Bob Dylan, Allen Ginsberg, Yayoi Kusama, Yoko Ono, Nam June Paik, Carolee Schneemann, Jack Smith, Andy Warhol, and many more. Some were associated with specific movements, but there were also movements of one. Their art, rooted in the detritus and excitement of urban life, was taboo-breaking and confrontational. As J. Hoberman shows in this riveting history, these subcultures coalesced into a counterculture that changed the city, the country, and the world.

J. Hoberman was for over three decades a film and culture critic for The Village Voice. His previous books have explored the subculture of midnight movies, the rise and fall of Yiddish-language cinema, the international Communist avantgarde, SoHo performance art, and the underground filmmaker Jack Smith. His "found illusions" trilogy-which includes The Dream Life, Make My Day, and An Army of Phantoms - used Hollywood to refract the history of the Cold War.

Wellfleet Farmers Market

Join us rain or shine to kick off the season with the best the Cape has to offer!

Delight your senses and eat local!

Mid-May to Mid-October - 8:00 am-noon

The grove behind the Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA

• fresh fruits and veggies

• local meats and eggs

• flowers, honey, teas

• and more!

We offer a bonus match for Snap, WIC, and senior coupons

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

FREE

Mah Jongg returns to the Hall!

Wednesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Play

Please bring a set and cards for open play.
Questions? Call the Hall at 508-349-1800

Wellfleet Public Library

Delilah is a life-sized inflatable North Atlantic right whale! Her measurements are based off of a real whale who lived off the East coast of United States and Canada! Sign up for one of our two time slots and get a peek inside this amazing inflatable whale!

Wellfleet Public Library

AUTHOR TALK: SUSANNAH CAHALAN IN CONVERSATION WITH KATHY SHORR

The Acid Queen

Susannah Cahalan is a #l New York Times-bestselling author, journalist and public speaker Her first book, Brain on Fire, has sold over a million copies and has been translated into more than twenty languages. Her second book, The Great Pretender, was shortlisted for the Royal Society's 2020 Science Book Prize. She lives in New Jersey with her family. Kathy Shorr's poetry has appeared in Prairie Schooner, Quarterly West, The Nebraska Review, and other publications.

Wellfleet Recreation

Wednesdays in July and August

Free and Fun for the whole family! All ages are welcome!

At the Jan Rutz Harbor Bandstand, located at the end of the town pier.

More info: Wellfleet Recreation Dept. 508-349-0314

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

Shop handmade goods from local artisans!

The Makers Market will run at Mayo Beach from June 26 to August 28, 2025, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM.

Wellfleet Public Library

A Make & Break Workshop!

WE BRING THE MATERIALS, YOU BRING THE KIDS.

Catapults - Exploding Popsicle Sticks - Gravity-Powered Carousels - Track Feeders -Spiralators - Domino Rallies, Walls, & Towers - Zip- Lines & Rolling Compasses - K'nex & Tinkertoy Construction!

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Wellfleet Public Library

FREE PLAY FRIDAYS!

WELCOME TO THE WELLFLEET LIBRARY CHILDREN'S ROOM!

JOIN US FOR PLAY AND CAMARADERIE FOR CHILDREN AGES 0-4 AND THEIR GROWN-UPS!

WELLFLEET PUBLIC LIBRARY

FRIDAY MORNINGS 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Wellfleet Public Library

Ukulele Storytime!

With Julie Murray

Friday July 11th @10:30 AM

Wellfleet Public Library

Presented by the Friends of the Wellfleet Library

Wellfleet Public Library

Dance Around the World - Multicultural Music, Dance, & Rhythm with Denya LeVine

Open to Children and Families

A Wellfleet Cultural Council supported event

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

One of the best ways to see Wellfleet is to walk the village with a local historian. Beginning and ending at WHS&M, these 90-minute guided tours provide an overview of the town’s history, simple identification of architecture, and anecdotal accounts of long-ago local characters. Participants learn about historic buildings, pass beautiful landmarks, and explore charming hidden lanes.

The tour of moderate exertion includes 1 mile of walking with occasional uneven ground.

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Fridays at 3:30 pm

REGISTER

Wellfleet Public Library

Do you have a song to sing? A poem to recite?

Come to our Open Mic Night at the library!

Teens and adults welcome! Sign-up starts a half hour prior to the event. Snacks and beverages provided by the Friends of the Wellfleet Library.

Email Racine at racine.oxtoby@wellfleet-ma.gov with any questions!

Wellfleet Recreation

July 11

The Origin

Harbor Bandstand at Wellfleet Marina

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

On the famed flats of Cape Cod Bay, within the tranquil waters of Wellfleet Harbor, lives Wellfleet’s storied shellfish industry. From late June through mid-September, WOA hosts farm visits to some of the 108 aquaculture operations that call our local waters home. These low tide walking adventures offer an up-close look at what exactly goes into growing and harvesting of a variety of local shellfish. If you like shucking and slurping, you are sure to love a visit to the special place that makes it all possible.

TICKETS

DATES:

• JUNE: 29, 30

• JULY: 12, 13, 15, 27, 28

• AUGUST: 13, 14**, 15, 23*, 24, 25, 27

• SEPTEMBER: 6*, 11, 12, 13

• OCTOBER: 10, 11

*Tours hosted in partnership with the Wampanoag Tribe and the Wellfleet Historical Society
**The location of this tour is beautiful, but it can get muddy depending on conditions. Please be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water and loose silt.

NOTES:

• Children 12 & under are FREE and do not need a ticket. As an alternative, please consider making a donation to Wellfleet Oyster Alliance.

• Boots or shoes that can get wet are essential. Please do not wear sandals or flip-flops. Shellfish shells are very sharp and could cut bare feet!

• Locations vary and will be given once tickets are purchased.

AMZehnder Gallery

On exhibit July 2 - 16

Opening Reception - July 5, 5-7 pm

Second Artist Talk - July 12, 5 pm

25 Bank St, Wellfleet, MA

Left Bank Gallery

Allison Krajick & Allison Hudson

On Exhibit: July 12 - 25

Reception: July 12, 6-8 pm

25 Commercial St, Wellfleet, MA

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Noche de Tango Argentino

Argentine Tango is a beautiful style of dance that is known for its elegance and sophistication. It allows the dancers to develop a deep connection between themselves, the music, and the environment in which they are dancing.

The class is from 6-7pm. Class will be followed by a milonga dance starting at 7:30 pm. Listen to tango music, practice your dance moves and meet new people in a friendly and casual setting. Social dancing is a great way to stay healthy, be engaged and meet new friends.

Argentine Tango originated in the streets of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Montevideo,
Uruguay, in the late 19th century. Its rich history and culture are recognized and
celebrated around the world. Discover the world of Argentine tango and learn
some tango steps in this introductory class.

REGISTER

Wellfleet Recreation

July 12

The Boston Naturals

Harbor Bandstand at Wellfleet Marina

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

On the famed flats of Cape Cod Bay, within the tranquil waters of Wellfleet Harbor, lives Wellfleet’s storied shellfish industry. From late June through mid-September, WOA hosts farm visits to some of the 108 aquaculture operations that call our local waters home. These low tide walking adventures offer an up-close look at what exactly goes into growing and harvesting of a variety of local shellfish. If you like shucking and slurping, you are sure to love a visit to the special place that makes it all possible.

TICKETS

DATES:

• JUNE: 29, 30

• JULY: 12, 13, 15, 27, 28

• AUGUST: 13, 14**, 15, 23*, 24, 25, 27

• SEPTEMBER: 6*, 11, 12, 13

• OCTOBER: 10, 11

*Tours hosted in partnership with the Wampanoag Tribe and the Wellfleet Historical Society
**The location of this tour is beautiful, but it can get muddy depending on conditions. Please be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water and loose silt.

NOTES:

• Children 12 & under are FREE and do not need a ticket. As an alternative, please consider making a donation to Wellfleet Oyster Alliance.

• Boots or shoes that can get wet are essential. Please do not wear sandals or flip-flops. Shellfish shells are very sharp and could cut bare feet!

• Locations vary and will be given once tickets are purchased.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Sundays: Zumba with Alissa - 9:00 am

Tuesdays: Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Shake Your Soul: Tuesdays at 10:30 am

Wednesdays: Zumba with Erin - 8:00 am

Thursdays: Quiet Mind Yoga with Lee - 8:00 am

Fridays - Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Saturdays : Julie Rich’s Dance Fitness - 10:30 am

To confirm class schedule, more details, pricing, and contact info, visit HERE

Wellfleet Public Library at Town Hall Lawn

Summer Book Sale

SUNDAY JULY 13

RAIN DATE JULY 20

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

Visit HERE for the most up-to-date weekly class schedule.

Free for residents/taxpayers, $5 for non-residents. A hold harmless form must be on file.

More information and full schedule: www.wellfleetcoa.org • 508-349-2800

Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay

There’s a lot happening at Mass Audubon this month! Please visit HERE for the complete schedule of the many events and programs offered at Wellfleet Bay this week.

Wellfleet Public Library

AI VALLEY

Artificial Intelligence has been "just around the corner" for decades, continually disappointing those who long believed in its potential. But now, with the emergence and growing use of ChatGPT, Gemini, and a rapidly multiplying number of other Al tools, many are wondering: Has Al's moment finally arrived? In Al Valley, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Gary Rivlin brings us deep into the world of Al development in Silicon Valley. Over the course of more than a year, Rivlin closely follows founders and venture capitalists trying to capitalize on this Al moment. Rivlin also brings readers inside Microsoft, Meta, Google and other tech giants scrambling to keep pace. An adventure story full of drama and unforgettable personalities, Al Valley. promises to be the definitive story for anyone seeking to understand the latest phase of world-changing discoveries and the minds behind them.

Gary Rivlin is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter who has been writing about technology since the mid-1990s and the rise of the internet. He is the author of nine books, including Saving Main Street and Katrina: After the Flood. His work has appeared in the New York Times, Newsweek, Fortune, GO, and Wired, among other publications. He is a two-time Gerald Loeb Award winner and former reporter for the New York Times. He lives in New York with his wife, theater director Daisy Walker, and two sons.

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

On the famed flats of Cape Cod Bay, within the tranquil waters of Wellfleet Harbor, lives Wellfleet’s storied shellfish industry. From late June through mid-September, WOA hosts farm visits to some of the 108 aquaculture operations that call our local waters home. These low tide walking adventures offer an up-close look at what exactly goes into growing and harvesting of a variety of local shellfish. If you like shucking and slurping, you are sure to love a visit to the special place that makes it all possible.

TICKETS

DATES:

• JUNE: 29, 30

• JULY: 12, 13, 15, 27, 28

• AUGUST: 13, 14**, 15, 23*, 24, 25, 27

• SEPTEMBER: 6*, 11, 12, 13

• OCTOBER: 10, 11

*Tours hosted in partnership with the Wampanoag Tribe and the Wellfleet Historical Society
**The location of this tour is beautiful, but it can get muddy depending on conditions. Please be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water and loose silt.

NOTES:

• Children 12 & under are FREE and do not need a ticket. As an alternative, please consider making a donation to Wellfleet Oyster Alliance.

• Boots or shoes that can get wet are essential. Please do not wear sandals or flip-flops. Shellfish shells are very sharp and could cut bare feet!

• Locations vary and will be given once tickets are purchased.

Kripalu Gentle Yoga July Relaxation Hour

Tuesdays 4-5 pm, July 1, 8, 15, 22

Guided by Patty Pipernos

Wellfleet Library, Multi-media room

If you can, bring a mat, blocks, & yoga strap • Limited mats/ props available

All classes "pay as you wish" ($0-15 suggested) • All proceeds to be donated to the Wellfleet Food Pantry.

Questions? • E-mail pattypipernosyoga@gmail.com

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Cemetery Walking Tours

Participants meet at the main gate to the cemetery on Gross Hill Road (opposite the police station), where they join a local WHS&M historian for a 90-minute look at Pleasant Hill and Oakdale Cemeteries. Come hear fascinating stories about those inhabitants who shaped and were shaped by this exceptional town. 

The tour includes one-half mile of walking on uneven ground.    

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday nights at 4:30 pm

REGISTER

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Farmers Market

Join us rain or shine to kick off the season with the best the Cape has to offer!

Delight your senses and eat local!

Mid-May to Mid-October - 8:00 am-noon

The grove behind the Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA

• fresh fruits and veggies

• local meats and eggs

• flowers, honey, teas

• and more!

We offer a bonus match for Snap, WIC, and senior coupons

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

FREE

Mah Jongg returns to the Hall!

Wednesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Play

Please bring a set and cards for open play.
Questions? Call the Hall at 508-349-1800

Wellfleet Public Library

Amazing Animal Ambassadors

Come meet Bethany from Amazing Animal Ambassadors as she shows off some of her favorite animal friends!

Free for all ages! Presented by the Friends of the Wellfleet Library

Wellfleet Recreation

Wednesdays in July and August

Free and Fun for the whole family! All ages are welcome!

At the Jan Rutz Harbor Bandstand, located at the end of the town pier.

More info: Wellfleet Recreation Dept. 508-349-0314

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

Shop handmade goods from local artisans!

The Makers Market will run at Mayo Beach from June 26 to August 28, 2025, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM.

Wellfleet Public Library

Tidal Flat Exploration With the Center for Coastal Studies

Join Jesse Mechling, Marine Education Director at the Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies, and Anna Nielsen, Librarian at the Wellfleet Public Library, for an exploratory walk through the Wellfleet flats and discover all the life that swirls within!

Please wear boots or shoes that won't come off in the water.

This event made possible through the Friends of the Wellfleet Public Library.

Wellfleet Public Library

Presented by the Lily House

For years as an award-winning war reporter, Sebastian Junger traveled to many front lines and frequently put his life at risk. And yet the closest he ever came to death was the summer of 2020 in Truro. Crippled by abdominal pain, Junger was rushed to Cape Cod Hospital by ambulance. As blackness encroached, he was visited by his dead father, inviting Junger to join him. "It's okay," his father said "There's nothing to be scared of. I'll take care of you." That was the last thing Junger remembered until he came to the next day when he was told he had suffered a ruptured aneurysm that he should not have survived. This experience spurred Junger-a confirmed atheist raised by his physicist father to respect the empirical-to undertake a scientific, philosophical, and deeply personal examination of mortality and what happens after we die. In My Time of Dying is part medical drama, part searing autobiography, and part national inquiry into the ultimate unknowable mystery.

Led by Kim Crawford, board member of the The Lily House and Senior Minister Emerita of Arlington Street Church (UU), Boston.

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Recreation

July 17

Sarah Burrill

Harbor Bandstand at Wellfleet Marina

Wellfleet Public Library

Hush Little Fire

Judith Newcomb Stiles in conversation with Kai Potter

When Mary Newcombe dutifully returns to Cape Cod with her twelve-year-old son to celebrate Christmas with her adoptive mother, Birdie, the only part of the trip she looks forward to is digging beach clay for pottery to stoke her beloved kiln. But while she's home, a suspicious fire destroys the town health clinic, and Mary becomes a leading suspect. Mary can't remember the night of the fire and, as always, her mother isn't talking. Birdie has kept secrets from Mary her entire life, beginning with the truth about Mary's birth mother. When Mary discovers her adoptive father socked away a small fortune performing pre-Roe v. Wade illegal abortions in the clinic that burned to the ground, she's done with being kept in the dark. As the days tick by and pressures mount to find the arsonist, Mary digs deeper into Wellfleet's history, and more secrets start to unfurl.

A cross-generational mystery told through the perspectives of four women living on the underbelly of Cape Cod, Judith Newcomb Stiles's Hush Little Fire is the perfect read for fans of Bonnie Garmus, Dennis Lehane, and Adrienne Brodeur.

From her Cape Cod studio, Judith Newcomb Stiles creates original ceramics inspired by the textures and vibrant colors of the seashore. While she waits for her pots to dry, she writes essays, fiction, and news articles for the Italian publication Ytali Global, covering all things American. Her short stories and literary essays can be found in Europa Quotidiano, Hemingway Shorts, The Ex-Puritan, and The New York Times. Stiles lives in the Wellfleet house, commuting thirty steps to her pottery studio and three blocks to The Newcomb Hollow Shop & Gallery. Hush Little Fire is her debut novel.

Kai Potter is an artist, writer, surfer, and landscape designer born and raised on the outer edge of Cape Cod. He grew up amongst the scrub pines, sand dunes, wild oceans, and colorful characters that shape the landscape there. His book of essays Noticing: The Quiet Season on Outer Cape Cod was published last year by the Provincetown Independent.

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Wellfleet Public Library

FREE PLAY FRIDAYS!

WELCOME TO THE WELLFLEET LIBRARY CHILDREN'S ROOM!

JOIN US FOR PLAY AND CAMARADERIE FOR CHILDREN AGES 0-4 AND THEIR GROWN-UPS!

WELLFLEET PUBLIC LIBRARY

FRIDAY MORNINGS 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Start writing something new in class or bring work-in-progress. Using prompts, you will write in class and share work.

Writers will also spend time looking at published work to gain further understanding of the craft. We will look at what is working in the work, and see where there might be need for improvement, so you leave with new ideas and a plan to keep writing.

A Writing Garden is taught by professional novelist and essayist Indira Ganesan, author of The Journey, Inheritance, and As Sweet as Honey. Indira's depth of experience teaching creative writing, includes many years as an adjunct faculty at universities teaching college students.

Register per day. $80 per class. Sign up at

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-writing-garden-with-novelist-indira-ganesan-tickets-1417666180709?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

One of the best ways to see Wellfleet is to walk the village with a local historian. Beginning and ending at WHS&M, these 90-minute guided tours provide an overview of the town’s history, simple identification of architecture, and anecdotal accounts of long-ago local characters. Participants learn about historic buildings, pass beautiful landmarks, and explore charming hidden lanes.

The tour of moderate exertion includes 1 mile of walking with occasional uneven ground.

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Fridays at 3:30 pm

REGISTER

Wellfleet Public Library

Conversational French Club With Cecile Serrano

Looking for a fun way to improve or strengthen your conversational French? Maybe you want to learn a bit more about French culture? Or maybe you are looking for opportunities to socialize with other francophiles? Whatever your reason, our Conversational French Club is the perfect place for you! Led by Cecile Serrano, our Conversational French Club will meet twice a month. With your library card, you can gain access to free French-language movies on Kanopy, which we will use to inspire conversation.

We hope you will join us!

Cecile is a native from Toulouse in south France. She lived in Toulouse, Paris and Montpellier and has been in the US for 28 years. She lives year-round with her husband and two sons in Wellfleet, a town she loves very much!

Recommended for Intermediate-to-Expert French speakers.

1st and 3rd Saturday of the month

2:30 PM-4:00

AMZehnder Gallery

On exhibit July 16 - 30

Opening Reception - July 19, 5-7 pm

Second Artist Talk - July 26, 5 pm

25 Bank St, Wellfleet, MA

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Noche de Tango Argentino

Argentine Tango is a beautiful style of dance that is known for its elegance and sophistication. It allows the dancers to develop a deep connection between themselves, the music, and the environment in which they are dancing.

The class is from 6-7pm. Class will be followed by a milonga dance starting at 7:30 pm. Listen to tango music, practice your dance moves and meet new people in a friendly and casual setting. Social dancing is a great way to stay healthy, be engaged and meet new friends.

Argentine Tango originated in the streets of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Montevideo,
Uruguay, in the late 19th century. Its rich history and culture are recognized and
celebrated around the world. Discover the world of Argentine tango and learn
some tango steps in this introductory class.

REGISTER

Wellfleet Recreation

July 19

Jordon Renzi

Baker’s Field Pavilion

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Sundays: Zumba with Alissa - 9:00 am

Tuesdays: Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Shake Your Soul: Tuesdays at 10:30 am

Wednesdays: Zumba with Erin - 8:00 am

Thursdays: Quiet Mind Yoga with Lee - 8:00 am

Fridays - Yoga with Jen Shannon - 9:00 am

Saturdays : Julie Rich’s Dance Fitness - 10:30 am

To confirm class schedule, more details, pricing, and contact info, visit HERE

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Come dressed in your wackiest pants to celebrate the release of Woof Woof Meow's debut album, Dancy Pants! Discount CDs and streaming/download cards for all. Free copies if you have the best pants!

Woof Woof Meow is the Lower Cape's own original dance band, playing New Wave, Ska, Funk, Reggae, and Afro-Beat: Michael Holt (singing & keyboards), Ken Field (sax & flute), Lisa Brown (percussion & singing), Rikki Bates (drums) and Trevor The Juggler Pearson (bass).

Doors open at 7, show starts at 7:30pm.

Tickets available at

www.eventbrite.com/e/woof-woof-meow-album-launch-show-pants-party-tickets-1415680180529?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

Visit HERE for the most up-to-date weekly class schedule.

Free for residents/taxpayers, $5 for non-residents. A hold harmless form must be on file.

More information and full schedule: www.wellfleetcoa.org • 508-349-2800

Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay

There’s a lot happening at Mass Audubon this month! Please visit HERE for the complete schedule of the many events and programs offered at Wellfleet Bay this week.

Wellfleet Public Library

Blood In The Water

When Nathan Carman, a young man with a complicated past, is miraculously rescued from a lifeboat bobbing in the unforgiving North Atlantic, questions swirl about the fate of his mother, who is presumed to have drowned when their fishing boat sank. Nathan is in remarkably good shape for being lost at sea for a week, and his account of what exactly happened out there on the waves raises questions from family members and law enforcement. Nathan's story of a fishing trip gone awry doesn't quite add up, and suspicion mounts. The mysterious murder of Nathan's multi-millionaire grandfather a few years before had made Nathan's mother an extremely wealthy woman. With a seven-million- dollar fortune at stake, did Nathan commit the ultimate betrayal? Or is there more to this tragic tale than meets the eye? From New York Times bestselling author Casey Sherman comes a gripping contemporary true crime narrative for everyone who was fascinated by the Murdaugh murders, and for anyone compelled by the intersection between money, power, and family.

Casey Sherman is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today and Boston Globe bestselling author of multiple books including The Finest Hours: The True Story of the U.S. Coast Guard's Most Daring Sea Rescue (adapted into the 2016 film The Finest Hours), Boston Strong: A City's Triumph Over Tragedy (adapted into the 2016 film Patriots Day), Hunting Whitey: The Inside Story of the Capture & Killing of America's Most Wanted Crime Boss, and A Murder in Hollywood: The Untold Story of Tinseltown's Most Shocking _Crime. His 2022 true crime bestseller Helltown: The Untold Story of a Serial Killer on Cape Cod is now in development as a limited television series for Amazon Studio. Sherman is a graduate of Barnstable High School.

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

What makes the Wellfleet oyster special and desired worldwide? Against the backdrop of Wellfleet harbor, participants learn the history of the famous Wellfleet oyster. They meet at the L-Pier (the wooden pier to the left of Mac’s on the Pier) to join former WHS&M president and commercial oysterman Dwight Estey for an entertaining and informative look at an industry that is synonymous with Wellfleet.

This 60–90-minute tour covers areas of the town pier and is wheelchair friendly.

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult).

2nd and 4th Tuesday monthly at 10 am

REGISTER

Kripalu Gentle Yoga July Relaxation Hour

Tuesdays 4-5 pm, July 1, 8, 15, 22

Guided by Patty Pipernos

Wellfleet Library, Multi-media room

If you can, bring a mat, blocks, & yoga strap • Limited mats/ props available

All classes "pay as you wish" ($0-15 suggested) • All proceeds to be donated to the Wellfleet Food Pantry.

Questions? • E-mail pattypipernosyoga@gmail.com

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Cemetery Walking Tours

Participants meet at the main gate to the cemetery on Gross Hill Road (opposite the police station), where they join a local WHS&M historian for a 90-minute look at Pleasant Hill and Oakdale Cemeteries. Come hear fascinating stories about those inhabitants who shaped and were shaped by this exceptional town. 

The tour includes one-half mile of walking on uneven ground.    

Cost is $20, children get free admission (accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday nights at 4:30 pm

REGISTER

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Public Library

Song So Wild And Blue

From the moment Paul Lisicky heard Joni Mitchell while growing up in New Jersey, he recognized she was that rarity among musicians-a talent whose combination of introspection, liberation, and deep musicality set her apart from any other artist of the time. As a young man, Paul was a budding songwriter who took his cues from Mitchell's mysteries and idiosyncrasies. But as he matured, he set his guitar aside and turned to prose, a practice that would eventually take him to the lowa Writers' Workshop and into the professional world of letters. Song So Wild and Blue is a gorgeously written, beautifully intimate, and unique tribute to the woman who shaped generations of creators and thinkers. A guide to life that is part memoir, part biography, and part nomage, Song So Wild and Blue is a joy for devoted Joni enthusiasts, budding writers, and artists of all stripes.

Paul Lisicky is the author of seven books, including Later: My Life at the Edge of the World, The Narrow Door, Unbuilt Projects, The Burning House, Famous Builder, and Lawnboy. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, BuzzFeed, the New York Times, Ploughshares, and in many other publications. His honors include fellowships from the Guggenheim Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts, the James Michener/Copernicus Society, the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, and the Rose Dorothea Award from the Provincetown Library. He lives in Brooklyn.

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

THE MOSQUITO STORY SLAM: STORIES WITH A B I T E !

The Mosquito is a live storytelling event on the Outer Cape, fueled by YOU, our audience!

Mosquito Story Slams are an opportunity for audience members to participate by telling a 5-minute true, personal story based on a theme. Stories are told, not read - no notes or props allowed, just you, a mic, and your Story!

Our mission is to celebrate and honor the diversity and commonality of our human experiences through the art and craft of live storytelling. Currently in its 12th year, the Mosquito has presented thousands of stories to live audiences and podcast subscribers. Each show features special guest storytellers and audience favorites.

Tuesdays at Wellfleet Preservation Hall

July 8: Rebel Rebel!

July 22: Boundary Issues

Aug 5: Almost Famous

Aug 19: Difficult Conversations

Sep 02: The One That Got Away

STORYTELLING TIPS -

We find that successful stories are rehearsed, connect strongly to the theme, have a sense of urgency or suspense and a compelling opening and closing line (a little humor never hurts). Practice in your car or in the shower and record onto your phone for timing!

JOIN US - 6:30pm: Sign-up for storytellers / Doors Open

7pm: Story Slam

Tickets: $25 (Available via venue websites or at the door)

Wellfleet Farmers Market

Join us rain or shine to kick off the season with the best the Cape has to offer!

Delight your senses and eat local!

Mid-May to Mid-October - 8:00 am-noon

The grove behind the Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA

• fresh fruits and veggies

• local meats and eggs

• flowers, honey, teas

• and more!

We offer a bonus match for Snap, WIC, and senior coupons

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

FREE

Mah Jongg returns to the Hall!

Wednesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Open Play

Please bring a set and cards for open play.
Questions? Call the Hall at 508-349-1800

Wellfleet Public Library

S.T.E.M. Afternoon with Mobile Quest

We are offering back-to-back science activities and experiments presented by Mobile Quest S.T.E.M. Center!

Sign up for one program or for both!

For ages 7+!

2:00 PM ~ Coding Obstacle Course In this session, participants will become Robot Ninja Warriors and write code to guide their robots through the MobileQuest obstacle course!

Limited to l6 participants.

3:30 PM ~ Snap Zap Science In this high-voltage session, participants will experiment with snap circuits, paper circuits, play dough circuits, and create a circuit project. This program is sure to be a powerhouse of learning and creativity.

Limited to 18 participants.

Sign-up required. Stop by the circulation desk or call (508) 349-0310 to register.

Wellfleet Recreation

Wednesdays in July and August

Free and Fun for the whole family! All ages are welcome!

At the Jan Rutz Harbor Bandstand, located at the end of the town pier.

More info: Wellfleet Recreation Dept. 508-349-0314

Wellfleet Public Library

In Milkweed and Honey Cake: A Memoir in Ritual Moments, Wendy A. Horwitz explores how ritual can exalt ordinary moments and frame the extraordinary. With observations from nature, religion, and literature, she tells stories about celebration, loss, change, and the best way to open a pomegranate. Lyrical and funny, thought-provoking and deeply moving, this book is at once a meditation on our desire for meaning and the story of a woman's lifelong efforts to create it. Wendy will read short excerpts from the book and will discuss ritual (in its myriad forms), the writing process, and the role of family and community in creating meaning during challenging times. Q&A and book-signing/sales will follow.

Wendy A. Horwitz's essays have been published in The Philadelphia Inquirer, Afterimage, Neurology (Humanities Section), Jewish Literary Journal, Intrepid Times, and McClatchy-Tribune News Service, among others. Originally trained as a pediatric psychologist, she lives in Philadelphia, where she teaches writing and health humanities.

Wellfleet Oyster Alliance

Shop handmade goods from local artisans!

The Makers Market will run at Mayo Beach from June 26 to August 28, 2025, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM.

Wellfleet Public Library

Zines are small, self-published booklets containing words and images that have been drawn or cut- and-pasted from other mediums. Anyone can make a zine, and they can come in all shapes and sizes. Local comic artist Craig Florence will walk you through the basic steps of creating your own zine and explain the history behind the art form.

for children ages 8+.

Space in this workshop is limited. Please call (508) 349-0310 or stop by the circulation desk to register.

Payomet Cirque By The Sea at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater

Under the "big top" circus tent behind Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Payomet's Cirque by the Sea presents What's the Buzz? A Circus Show. This high-soaring, family-friendly spectacle invites you to explore the enchanting world of bugs and pollinators through the artistry of professional circus performers.

Marvel at acrobatic bees soaring through the air, dazzling dragonflies performing aerial feats, and mesmerizing juggling acts. With vibrant costumes, whimsical antics from our many-legged friends, and a heartwarming message about nature's diversity, this original production will leave audiences of all ages buzzing with excitement!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 24 - August 28, at 6:00 pm

TICKETS

Wellfleet Recreation

July 24

Josh Ayala

Baker’s Field Pavilion

Wellfleet Public Library

Eminent Jews: David Denby in conversation with James Carroll

Leonard Bernstein, Mel Brooks, Betty Friedan, and Norman Mailer. Brilliant, brash, yet soulful, they were 100 percent Jewish and 100 percent American.

They upended restrained culture of their forebears and changed American life. As prosperity for Jews increased and anti- Semitism began to fade after World War Il, these four creative giants stormed through the latter half of the twentieth century, altering the way people around the world listened to music, detined what was vulgar, comprehended the relations of men and women, and understood the American soul. Celebratory yet candid, at times fiercely critical, David Denby's Eminent Jews presents these four figures as egotistical and generous — larger-than-life, all of them, yet vulnerable, even heartbreaking, in their ambition, ferocity, and pride.

David Denby is the New York Times bestselling author of 1997's Great Books. His other books include 2004's American Sucker and 2016's Lit Up: One Reporter. Three Schools. Twenty-four Books That Can Change Lives. He was a film critic for New York magazine and The New Yorker, where he is now a staff writer. His essays have appeared in The New Republic and The Atlantic.He lives in New York City with his wife, novelist Susan Rieger.

James Carroll served as Catholic chaplain at Boston University from 1969 to 1974. He left the priesthood to become a writer, and for twenty-three years he wrote a weekly op-ed column for The Boston Globe. He has written twelve novels and nine works of nonfiction.

Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum

Wellfleet Ghost Tours

Is Wellfleet haunted? Be brave and join one of our lantern-lit walking tours. See places where people say they’ve encountered ghosts, and hear your guide tell stories of other local hauntings past and present. This eerie, one-hour tour departs promptly at 9 pm from the Wellfleet Historical Society & Museum.

This tour includes under one mile of walking with some uneven ground.

Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited to 15, including children. Private tours may be scheduled upon request for $300.

Monday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Thursday nights at 9:00 pm (Sept and Oct at 8:00 pm)

Extra Halloween tours on Oct 29 and 30

REGISTER

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FREE PLAY FRIDAYS!

WELCOME TO THE WELLFLEET LIBRARY CHILDREN'S ROOM!

JOIN US FOR PLAY AND CAMARADERIE FOR CHILDREN AGES 0-4 AND THEIR GROWN-UPS!

WELLFLEET PUBLIC LIBRARY

FRIDAY MORNINGS 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Start writing something new in class or bring work-in-progress. Using prompts, you will write in class and share work.

Writers will also spend time looking at published work to gain further understanding of the craft. We will look at what is working in the work, and see where there might be need for improvement, so you leave with new ideas and a plan to keep writing.

A Writing Garden is taught by professional novelist and essayist Indira Ganesan, author of The Journey, Inheritance, and As Sweet as Honey. Indira's depth of experience teaching creative writing, includes many years as an adjunct faculty at universities teaching college students.

Register per day. $80 per class. Sign up at

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-writing-garden-with-novelist-indira-ganesan-tickets-1417666180709?aff=oddtdtcreator