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There’s something I’d forgotten, swept up as I’ve been in the shock and fear of the last couple of weeks, when I’ve looked askance at my fellow Americans and felt I have nothing in common with many of them… and what I’d forgotten is the strength,...
September 9, 2021. the ptownie dispatch!
34th Swim for Life
September 11, 2021 at 2:00pm at Snail Road Beach
Celebrating its 34th year in 2021, this quintessential Provincetown tradition symbolizes the heroic efforts of a community devastated by the pandemic and its unequivocal response to it.
NGPA: Cape Cod Classic
September 16, 2021 – September 19, 2021
The NGPA is the largest organization of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender aviation professionals and enthusiasts from around the world.
Check out the schedule of events
Rose Dorothea Award Reception
September 17, 2021 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at The Provincetown Library
The Rose Dorothea Award pays tribute to nationally renowned writers who work on the Outer Cape. Distinguished artist, performer, provocateur, and author Karen Finley will be presented with the sixth annual Rose Dorothea Award.
Read more about the award and Karen Finley
Provincetown Book Festival
September 17, 2021 – September 19, 2021
The festival seeks to benefit the community by hosting a variety of events that include author readings and presentations, panel discussions, book signings, workshops, and gatherings and conversations.
From the Town Crier: Gallery District Stroll
Each Friday evening, beginning around 5PM-9PM, is the Gallery District Stroll. Galleries are of course located throughout Town of course, but a large number are concentrated in the East End of town (roughly between Johson and Bangs Streets, especially around Kiley Court). Sip some wine, eat a cookie, buy some art!
Dog Days of Summer
Your dog is going to have just as much fun here as you will—and he or she is the most welcome of visitors, as you’ll see when you first walk down Commercial Street.
Starting a Business in Provincetown
You have two options: purchase an established business or create something new; each comes with its own rewards and challenges.
Provincetown History Snippet: Early Provincetown Whalers
Most English people preferred to farm, anyway; but Provincetown was different, and in 1737 every male resident was in one of twelve whalers hunting off Greenland.
Swim for Life
September 11, 2021
NGPA Cape Cod Classic
September 16, 2021 – September 19, 2021
Yankee Lambda Car Club
September 17, 2021 – September 19, 2021
Provincetown Book Festival
September 17, 2021 – September 19, 2021
Annual Harbor to the Bay Bike Ride
September 18, 2021
Pet Appreciation Week
September 19, 2021 – September 25, 2021
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