Seek a Hide (Thursday, Sept. 29-Monday, Oct. 3)
The 25th Mates Leather Weekend gears up from Thursday to Monday. Events include a “Boot Camp” party at the Atlantic House and “Hops and Bottoms” at the Provincetown Brewery. Free health screening and testing will be available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the ASGCC Drop-in Center (148A Commercial St.) More information is online at matesleatherweekend.com.
Family Lines (Friday, Sept. 30)
Wellfleet Preservation Hall hosts a reception for Colin and Michael McGuire, father and son artists whose work focuses on Cape Cod nature and landscapes, on Friday, Sept. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. The work will be on view until Nov. 1. See wellfleetpreservationhall.org for details.
Wellfleet Walks (Saturday, Oct.1)
The Wellfleet Council on Aging’s first walk of the season will meet at the Wellfleet Harbormaster’s Building on Saturday, Oct. 1 at 9:30 a.m. The volunteer-led groups explore various locations in Wellfleet every Saturday. A physician’s approval is required to participate; see wellfleet-ma.gov for more information.
Fungi Fun (Saturday, Oct. 1)
Get acquainted with the fabulous fungi of the Cape at Edgewood Farm in Truro on Saturday, Oct. 1, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Mycologist Lawrence Millman will discuss fungi’s essential role in our environment, followed by a walk focusing on fungi ecology and how some species recycle, help fight climate change, and even use flies to reproduce. Tickets are $10 at castlehill.org.
Words and Music (Saturday, Oct. 1)
Writers Lynne Viti and J.D. Scrimgeour will read from their work at the Wellfleet Public Library on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 2 to 3 p.m., with music by Denya LeVine on fiddle. The event is free, but seating is limited and masks are required.
Good Taste (Saturday, Oct. 1)
The Cape Cod Museum of Art celebrates Oktoberfest on its front lawn on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 3 to 7 p.m. The event is open to those 21 and over and will include beer and food tastings, live music, and games and raffles. Tickets are $50 at ccmoa.org.
Aw, Shucks! (Saturday, Oct. 1–postponed)
Wellfleet SPAT’s Art and Oyster Crawl that was scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 1 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. has been postponed to Saturday, Oct. 8. Gallery guides and drink cups will be provided, and local shellfishermen will be on hand to discuss their work. Flashlights are recommended to enjoy the event after the early sunset. Tickets are $85 at wellfleetspat.org.
Surf’s Up (Saturday, Oct. 1)
“Making Waves” is the theme of the Provincetown Art Association and Museum’s 15th annual gala at Motta Field at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1 to celebrate Provincetown artists and their supporters. Tickets are at paam.org.
Shades of Blue (Sunday, Oct. 2)
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears with Cedric Burnside will perform at the Payomet Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Oct. 2 at 3 p.m. Tickets begin at $38 at tickets.payomet.org.
Three for Three (Sunday, Oct. 2)
Music in the Studio returns to Truro artist Cammie Watson’s studio on Sunday at 2 p.m., featuring Roseminna Watson on violin, EmmaLee Holmes-Hicks on violin, and Melody Fader on piano performing music by Bartók, Mozart, and Shostakovich. Tickets begin at $20; contributions to support future programs will be entered in a raffle to win original artwork, music, and vacation stays. Seating is limited; masks are required. See roseminnawatson.com for more information.
American Roots (Sunday, Oct. 2)
Truro Vineyards hosts the Vinegrass Music Festival on Sunday, featuring touring Americana artists Golden Oak, Rachel Baiman, Driftwood, and Sicard Hollow. Proceeds will help the Vinegrass Music Scholarship Program purchase instruments for schools and provide music-related grants on Cape Cod. Tickets are $60 at vinegrass.org; children under 12 free.
Kid Moves (Monday, Oct. 3)
Wellfleet Preservation Hall hosts a creative movement workshop for kids ages 2 to 5 on Monday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to noon. The workshops will continue on Mondays through Nov. 28. The program is free but spaces are limited. To register, call Cape Cod Children’s Place at 508-240-3310.
Witching Hours (Tuesday, Oct. 4)
Greg Williams presents a “darkly humorous” survey of local witch-hunting history in “Before Salem: ‘Witches’ in Massachusetts” at the Eastham Public Library on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The event is free. Space is limited; registration required at easthamlibrary.libcal.com.
Movie and Chill(s) (Wednesday, Oct. 5)
Director Todd Haynes’s 1995 dystopian masterpiece Safe will kick off the free “October Chills” movie series at the Provincetown Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 5:30 p.m. The free screenings will continue every Wednesday through Oct. 26.
Heading for Home (Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 8-9; postponed from Oct. 1-2)
The Wellfleet Affordable Housing Trust and Off Main Gallery presents an art-filled two-day weekend fundraiser, with an exhibition and an outdoor yard sale of art donated by community supporters. All proceeds will support the trust’s mission to create and preserve affordable housing in Wellfleet for low- and moderate-income households. Other events include a play and singalong by Candance Perry; music by Katie Hickey and Jim Rohrer; and a bookmaking workshop. All events are free. See offmaingallery.com for more information.
Aw, Shucks! (Saturday, Oct. 8; postponed from Oct. 1)
Wellfleet SPAT’s Art and Oyster Crawl that was scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 1 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. has been postponed to Saturday, Oct. 8. Gallery guides and drink cups will be provided, and local shellfishermen will be on hand to discuss their work. Flashlights are recommended to enjoy the event after the early sunset. Tickets are $85 at wellfleetspat.org.
