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Events List
Thu, Oct 01Belonging BooksJoin us for a relaxing evening of creativity, community, and Salvadoran culture at Belonging Books. You’ll color mini prints featuring the artwork of Karla DeStefano, raise money for The Tepēyōllōtl Project, enjoy light bites, and connect with others who love coloring!
Multiple DatesThu, Oct 08Belonging BooksA new book club at Belonging Books to discuss Toni Morrison’s literary canon using Namwali Serpell’s book, On Morrison, as guidance
Sun, Oct 18Belonging BooksGet ready for the Full Volume Poetry Slam on Sunday, October 18, 2026, presented by poet and artist Tamora Israel and Belonging Books! Marking the culmination of the 16-week Full Volume: Poetry Slam Laboratory workshop.
Tue, Oct 20Eastham Public LibraryJoin Eastham Public Library for a discussion of horror literature with Gillian Daniels, Victoria Dalpe, and Aleese Lin! We’ll delve into how writers craft spooky fiction, what horror trends we are loving right now, book recommendations, and so much more.
Multiple DatesTue, Oct 20Belonging Books / The Cordial Eye438 Open Mic Night, hosted by spoken word artist, Tamora Israel, in collaboration with Belonging Books and at The Cordial Eye at 438 Main Street, Hyannis. A welcoming space for underrepresented community members and allies to share their talents and bravery.
Thu, Nov 05Belonging BooksJoin Erica Lee Smith (of the Belonging Books' team) and write in community. Whether you are currently working on something, have some ideas, or are new to writing, this space is for you.
Thu, Nov 12Belonging BooksYou’re invited to Bling a Book with Alexis of AC Creatives! Purchase a book from Belonging Books or bring your own from home to decorate. We will eat, drink, and bedazzle books together.
Sat, Nov 14Belonging BooksBelonging Books and Hyannis Public Library host Mary E. Cronin as she reads from her new poetry book, Trucks, Boots, and Bells. Children can meet a real firefighter, pick up the book and get it signed!
Sun, Nov 15Belonging BooksThe Original Book Social -- an intentional gathering space for women of color and gender non-conforming people of color to discuss a new book every so often.- Thu, Nov 19Belonging BooksJoin Erica Lee Smith (of the Belonging Books' team) and write in community. Whether you are currently working on something, have some ideas, or are new to writing, this space is for you.
Thu, Sep 24Belonging BooksHistory lives in the memories of our community members! Porchlight Night Tales is an intimate evening of firsthand tales and local lore told by community members surrounding a theme.
Sun, Sep 20Blue Water ResortBlue Water Resort hosts Books by the Sea, a unique reading retreat that invites you to slow down, reconnect, and savor the simple pleasures of September on the Cape.
Thu, Sep 10The Cordial Eye and Belonging BooksThe Forum for Community Understanding is a new type of community gathering designed to help us collaboratively answer the question: What do we owe to our community members?
Thu, Aug 27Belonging BooksBelonging Books, Cape Symphony, and The Cordial Eye present Mixtape — a one-of-a-kind evening of music featuring Play Pretend’s indie folk vibes alongside Alyssa Wang and Michael Weinfield-Zell’s repertoire of classical-style violin and marimba duets.
Multiple DatesMon, Aug 24Belonging BooksIntroducing Tamora Israel’s Full Volume: A Poetry Slam Laboratory with support from Belonging Books. Sign up for the full course, one workshop or one class!
Tue, Aug 11Belonging BooksJoin Belonging Books and CCYP (Cape Cod Young Professionals) for a special summer connect featuring Caroline Choe, author of the vibrant Korean-American cookbook Banchan.
Thu, Jul 30Belonging BooksYou’re invited to Bling a Book with Alexis of AC Creatives! Purchase a book from Belonging Books or bring your own from home to decorate. We will eat, drink, and bedazzle books together. To celebrate International Friendship Day, bring a friend to bling a book and get a special friendship gift.
Sat, Jul 18Belonging Books and The Cordial EyeAlongside the art exhibition by Annika Sarin and payal kumar, the artists will facilitate a collage workshop
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