Programs & Events

Explore opportunities to learn & connect with the Foundation, Bookshop, Library & Archives

Upcoming Events


Save the Date

Given Tufts Foundation Legacy Gala

“Honoring the Canvas of Pinehurst”

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Sign up for our newsletter to stay tuned for more details and ticket information!

For sponsorship opportunities and inquiries, contact:

Lindsay Mason at executivedirector@giventuftsfoundation.com


Past Events


Open Mic Night at the Bookshop

March 8, 2024


Brim Grand Opening!

October 17, 2025


Booktoberfest

October 25, 2025


Festival of Lights

December 5th, 2025


Festival of Light at the Outpost
Dec
6

Festival of Light at the Outpost

Join the Given Tufts Foundation at the Outpost during the annual Village of Pinehurst tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 6th, for holiday treats, hot chocolate, and letter-writing, as well as a raffle for a gorgeous one-of-a-kind nativity from acclaimed local potter Crystal King.

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BOOKtoberfest!
Oct
26

BOOKtoberfest!

Join the Given Tufts Foundation in bidding "Auf Wiedersehen" to the old and "Hallo" to the new-to-us, all while enjoying the Oktoberfestivities in the village!

Bring all your used books to the Outpost, and shop the tables for new-to-you finds!

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Tales & Treats
Apr
27

Tales & Treats

Kid’s book read-aloud with corresponding recipe bookmark & goodie bag to take home. We will be reading Sarah Sylvia Cynthia Stout Would Not Take the Garbage Out by Shel Silverstein. Every child will receive an Earth Day cookie kit!

Ages 6-11, space is limited to 15 children and reservations are required.

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Gathering at Given with the USGA’s Janeen Driscoll
Apr
18

Gathering at Given with the USGA’s Janeen Driscoll

Information will include updates from the USGA on Golf House Pinehurst, what we can expect at the USGA Experience, and preparations for the 2024 U.S. Open Championship.

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Kids Saturday at the Library
Apr
6

Kids Saturday at the Library

Families are invited to a monthly themed craft event at the library to socialize and get creative! Geared toward ages 3-10.

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Open Mic Night!
Mar
8

Open Mic Night!

Open Mic Night at the Given Tufts Bookshop was an intimate performance by locals and visitors - including music, trivia and poetry. We can’t wait to do it again! Sign up for your spot at the July 12th event at giventuftsfoundation.com/openmic

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Gathering at Given
Feb
8

Gathering at Given

Tough Stump Technologies provides situation awareness systems and training for public safety, first responders and the military. They will be discussing how they applied drone technology and experience from military operations and disaster response to help counter poaching in Africa. Register to attend here!

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Year-End Gift
Dec
1
to Dec 31

Year-End Gift

Check your year-end tax deductible donation off the list by giving to the Given Tufts Foundation in support of Given Memorial Library and Tufts Archives in the village of Pinehurst. We greatly appreciate any amount you can give. Make a donation.

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Kids Saturday at the Library
Aug
5

Kids Saturday at the Library

Families are invited to a monthly themed craft event at the library to socialize and get creative! Geared toward ages 3-10.

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Kids Saturday at the Library
Jul
1

Kids Saturday at the Library

Families are invited to a monthly themed craft event at the library to socialize and get creative! Geared toward ages 3-10.

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Summer Reading Program @ GML
Jun
12
to Sep 1

Summer Reading Program @ GML

Our Summer Reading Program begins on Monday, June 12th. Stop in to get your scavenger hunt and backpack!

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Adult Storytime
May
15

Adult Storytime

You are invited to a three-course "verbal" luncheon. Short stories by Tony Rothwell.

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Gathering at Given
Feb
16

Gathering at Given

Ariel will be walking patrons through what NoveList, one of our NCLive resources, can do to expand your TBR pile!

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Given to Go - or Stay!
Feb
9

Given to Go - or Stay!

On Thursday, February 9th, the Given Tufts Foundation hosted Given to Go - or Stay! at the Given Tufts Bookshop. A delicious dinner was served by Elliott’s on Linden for either dine-in or take-out. The bookshop offered a door prize that included their new canvas tote with book lover’s gifts inside. If you couldn’t make it, we hope to see you at the next event!

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