Events
19
community events hosted in the last 90 days
Participation
92%
of Cobu users actively engaged in the community
Groups
22
active resident interest groups

What's It Like to Live at The Truette?

As part of The Life Collection, The Truette hosts weekly resident events and coordinates local offerings to help neighbors connect.

Cobu is The Truette's resident community app. Residents can RSVP to events, find local perks, and create or join interest groups such as Foodie Group, Dinner Club and Dog Group. Explore the page to learn more about life at The Truette.

What Events Does The Truette Host?

The Truette hosts 5 community events on average every month. Here's what's coming up and what recently happened.

Costume Party Trivia  at The Truette Upcoming 19 RSVPs

Costume Party Trivia

Wednesday··7:00 PM

Get ready to laugh, dress up in your favorite costume or not and compete in a hilarious match of riveting trivia. Teams will compete to earn the most points. Prizes awarded for best dressed and most points earned. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders.

Summer Celebration! at The Truette Recent 100 RSVPd

Summer Celebration!

Wednesday··6:00 PM

*UPDATE* event will take place in the Building 9 Community Café & Lobby Lounge (where the leasing office is located, and we host monthly cocktail hours) Join us for an end of summer celebration. Filled with socializing with fellow neighbors, delicious locally catered food, signature drinks, music and a raffle with exciting prizes! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders.

The Leasing Team's Cocktail Hour at The Truette Recent 60 RSVPd

The Leasing Team's Cocktail Hour

Thursday··5:00 PM

Join fellow residents for socializing while sipping on a delightful Apple Cider Spritz. Please note a Mocktail version is available. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders.

Leasing Cocktail Hour at The Truette Recent 52 RSVPd

Leasing Cocktail Hour

Thursday··5:00 PM

Enjoy socializing with fellow residents while sipping on a refreshing watermelon margarita. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders.

What Groups and Clubs Are at The Truette?

Groups are open to all residents. The Truette residents have formed 22 active interest-based groups. Here are the most popular.

Local Events group at The Truette

Local Events

50 members

Do you want to go to a local event but you have nobody to go with? Do you want to make some new connections? Post your event and see who else will be there!

Dinner Club group at The Truette

Dinner Club

48 members

Welcome to the Dinner Club, where great food meets great neighbors. We’re all about building community, one shared dish at a time. It’s simple: we use the common spaces at The Truette and you bring your favorite home-cooked specialty or wherever you want to share, maybe just some drinks 🍹 Whether you're a seasoned chef or a master of the local bakery, come share a plate and a story with the people living right next door.

Dog Group group at The Truette

Dog Group

41 members

Here, doggy! In this group, we and our canine companions will get together regularly to do fun activities like walks in the neighborhood, trips to the dog park, and puppy play dates. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so always be sure to check the gathering's description for details or ask in the discussion section. When in doubt, don't forget your leash, ball, & some poop bags! Have an idea for our next puppy play date? Schedule a gathering!

Foodie Group group at The Truette

Foodie Group

41 members

Welcome to the foodie group! We're all about food and friends. You can expect us to get together often to share everything from potlucks to take-out, taco trucks to prix-fixe, and cooking up our own culinary delights too. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so check the description for details or ask in the discussion section — and always be sure to bring a healthy appetite! Have an idea for our next foodie adventure? Schedule a gathering and let's eat!

Tasting Club group at The Truette

Tasting Club

33 members

A hint of nutmeg..." Welcome to the tasting group! In this group, we explore the world through our sense of taste: wine, beer, whiskey, cocktails - you name it! You can expect us to get together often to share our favorite things to taste or go out to a restaurant or bar for a more formal tasting of something special. What to bring? This will vary by gathering, but always be sure to bring your taste buds! Be sure to check the gathering's description for details and whether you should bring your own favorite beverage to share with the group. If in doubt, start a discussion thread. Have an idea for the next tasting adventure? Schedule a gathering!

Book Club group at The Truette

Book Club

31 members

A multi genre book club where residents can decide on a book for the month and meet to discuss afterwards essentially running as a traditional book club.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about community life at The Truette.


What is the resident community like at The Truette?

Residents use Cobu, The Truette’s community platform, to connect through chat, interest groups, events, and a neighbor marketplace. Groups centered on food, books, dogs, and local events give new residents several ways to meet people with shared interests. Participation varies by resident, so you can choose the activities that fit your interests and schedule.

What community events happen at The Truette?

The calendar includes gatherings hosted by the property team and residents. Past examples include the Summer Celebration and leasing team cocktail hours in the community café and lobby lounge. Seasonal activities add variety throughout the year. Residents can check Cobu for the current calendar; prospective residents can ask the leasing team about upcoming activities during a tour.

Do residents at The Truette actually know their neighbors?

Community conversations include neighbors helping with misplaced packages, returning lost items, exchanging furniture and household goods, and sharing local recommendations. Events and interest groups offer other ways to get acquainted. These examples show opportunities to connect, while each resident decides how much they want to participate.

What interest groups or clubs do residents have at The Truette?

The community groups include Local Events, Dinner Club, Dog Group, Foodie Group, Tasting Club, and Book Club. Residents can connect over local outings, shared meals, walks with dogs, food and drinks, or books. Group membership and activities change over time, so check Cobu or ask the leasing team about the groups currently available.

Is The Truette a good apartment community for pet owners?

Residents connect through pet-focused groups, including Dog Group and Cats Group, and share walking ideas, pet-care recommendations, and help with pets. Dog Group provides a way to meet other residents with canine companions. Ask the leasing team for current pet policies, fees, and any restrictions before deciding whether a home meets your needs.

What do residents recommend near The Truette?

Residents share food, coffee, and outdoor recommendations through Cobu. Examples include La Festa Pizza, Thirsty Moose, Two Bees, the Dover Farmers Market, Wagon Hill Farm, Willand Pond Park, and Vaughan Woods. Local Events and other interest groups provide ways to find neighbors who want to explore the area together. Check with individual businesses and parks for current hours and access details.

Community Blog

Stories and updates from life inside The Truette.

Written by: Community Manager at The Truette | Enhanced by: AI | Published: September 1, 2026

What Happened at The Truette in September 2026

The Leasing Team's Cocktail Hour was listed for September 3 at The Truette and recorded 60 RSVPs on our community platform, Cobu. The event description featured an apple cider spritz with a mocktail option.

September Highlights

  • The September 3 Cocktail Hour listing recorded 60 RSVPs.
  • A September 18 Musicians group post introduced an interest in saxophone, drumming and DJing.
  • A September 21 request for a car-detailing recommendation received a suggestion for Todd's Touch in Somersworth the following day.
  • A September 22 request for moving boxes received offers from neighbors.

The Cocktail Hour

The September 3 listing invited residents to socialize over a drink, with both cocktail and mocktail options available. Its 60 RSVPs record responses on Cobu, not confirmed attendance.

You can explore The Truette's shared spaces on the amenities page.

Conversations and Shared Interests

The Musicians group gave a resident a place to share musical interests and look for local connections. The September 18 introduction mentioned saxophone, drumming and DJing, along with an interest in exploring the area's music scene.

Other conversations focused on practical help. A request for moving boxes received replies offering some. A car-detailing question received a recommendation for Todd's Touch in Somersworth.

Exploring The Truette

September posts show several uses of Cobu: event RSVPs, group introductions, service recommendations and offers of everyday help. Current residents can check the platform for the latest group discussions and calendar.

If you're considering The Truette, review the floor plans or contact the leasing team to schedule a tour.

Written by: Community Manager at The Truette | Enhanced by: AI | Published: October 1, 2026

What It's Like to Live at The Truette: Community Life in Dover, NH

Key Takeaways

  • The Truette's Summer Celebration recorded 100 RSVPs on Cobu, the community platform residents use to connect with neighbors. RSVPs show interest in an event, not confirmed attendance.
  • The September 29, 2026 community snapshot records 20 community events in the previous 90 days and 22 active resident interest groups.
  • In that snapshot, 92% of Cobu users actively engaged in the community. This percentage describes Cobu users, not all residents.
  • The 4.5-event monthly average covers 36 events over 8 months since launch. It uses a different period from the 90-day event count.
  • Groups such as Dinner Club, Dog Group, Foodie Group, Tasting Club, and Book Club give residents ways to meet neighbors with shared interests.

Introduction

The Truette is a waterfront apartment and townhome community on River Street in Dover, New Hampshire. For someone considering a move here, the community calendar and resident groups offer a look at everyday life beyond the apartment itself.

Residents use Cobu to find gatherings, connect through interest groups, share recommendations, and exchange items through a neighbor marketplace. The September 29, 2026 snapshot records 20 community events over the preceding 90 days, including events hosted by the property team and residents. It also records 22 active interest groups and engagement by 92% of Cobu users. Together, the calendar and groups offer several ways to connect with neighbors.

Life Inside The Truette

Community life includes both organized gatherings and everyday conversations. Residents can connect through community chat, interest groups, and the neighbor marketplace. That gives new arrivals several ways to get to know the people around them, whether they prefer a group gathering or a conversation about a shared interest.

Dinner Club centers on food and neighbors, using common spaces for residents to share dishes, drinks, and conversation. The Dog Group brings residents and their dogs together for walks and other gatherings. Foodie Group and Tasting Club offer ways to connect over food and drinks, while Book Club gives readers a place to choose books and discuss them.

These groups offer different ways to participate. Someone who enjoys meeting people at a larger event can follow the community calendar. Someone who prefers a smaller group can start with an interest they already enjoy.

The Events and Social Scene

The September 29 snapshot lists Summer Celebration, The Leasing Team's Cocktail Hour, and Leasing Cocktail Hour as recent events. Summer Celebration took place on August 26 in the Building 9 community café and lobby lounge, with locally catered food, drinks, music, and a raffle. It recorded 100 RSVPs on Cobu.

The September 3 cocktail hour featured an apple cider spritz with a mocktail option and recorded 60 RSVPs. The August 6 cocktail hour featured a watermelon margarita and recorded 52 RSVPs. These RSVP figures reflect responses on the platform; they do not establish how many people attended.

The upcoming calendar is separate from those recent examples. As of September 30, Create Your Own Mule Cocktail is scheduled for October 8, Pumpkin Painting for October 19, and Costume Party Trivia for October 28, 2026. Residents can check Cobu for current event details.

The property team and residents together hosted 20 community events in the preceding 90-day period. The 4.5-event monthly average covers a separate 8-month period since launch, based on 36 events. The two figures describe different windows of community activity.

For a closer look at the shared spaces, visit The Truette's amenities page.

Interest Groups

The September 29, 2026 snapshot records 22 active resident interest groups. The featured groups include:

  • Local Events: a place to find neighbors interested in attending local events together.
  • Dinner Club: food and conversation in The Truette's common spaces.
  • Dog Group: walks, dog park trips, and other gatherings with canine companions.
  • Foodie Group: opportunities to connect over potlucks, takeout, and other food interests.
  • Tasting Club: a group for exploring wine, beer, cocktails, and other tastes together.
  • Book Club: residents choose books and meet to discuss them.

Membership changes over time. In the September 29 snapshot, Local Events had 48 members, Dinner Club 47, Dog Group 40, Foodie Group 39, Tasting Club 32, and Book Club 30. These figures describe that snapshot, rather than guaranteed current membership or attendance.

For someone moving to Dover, a shared interest can provide an easy starting point for meeting neighbors. Participation is a choice, and residents can decide which activities fit their interests and schedules.

The Neighborhood Through Residents' Eyes

The community's Local Events group provides a way to find neighbors interested in exploring the area together. Other groups connect those local outings with interests such as food, dogs, and books.

The Truette's waterfront location is part of daily life here. A tour can help you understand how the grounds, shared spaces, and surrounding neighborhood fit the way you want to live. You can also review the floor plans to compare the available home types.

Is The Truette a Good Fit?

The community activity offers useful evidence for prospective residents: a calendar of property-team and resident-hosted events, groups built around shared interests, and a platform for connecting with neighbors. The September 29 snapshot shows how Cobu users engage with those opportunities.

If meeting neighbors matters to you, ask about the current event calendar and resident groups during your tour. If you prefer quieter participation, ask how residents use the chat and marketplace. Those conversations can help you decide whether the community fits your preferences.

How to See It for Yourself

To explore The Truette, contact the leasing team to schedule a tour. You can see the homes and shared spaces, ask about current resident activities, and get the latest information on availability and community policies.

CM

Community Manager at The Truette

Community Manager, The Truette
The community manager manages The Truette community, overseeing resident events and community programming. The community manager uses Cobu to support community engagement and its platform data to share what life is actually like at this community.