Cape Cod Spotlight

Wednesday-06/19/13
Upcoming events in Harwich

Did you know that Cape Cod has some of the highest breast cancer rates in the country? Did you know that they are ways to PREVENT breast cancer? Join the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition's annual statewide fundraiser on June 22nd in Hopkinton or August 17th in Brewster. It's called Against the Tide. You can swim, run, walk, kayak or do it all - for the fun of it - and to raise funds towards breast cancer PREVENTION. YOU can make a difference! Against the Tide is the BEST reason to get in shape now! Go to MBCC.org/swim for complete details. See you there!

The WES PTA is holding it's 4th annual WES Fest! This Saturday June 22, 2013 from 10am to 3pm.

With mechanical rides provided by North American Amusements their tubs of fun, Rapid 70' slide and pirate ship, just to name a few, are sure to give your kids a mini carnival experience with a small town feel! Add in mini carnival games like ring toss, clown toss, putting green, milk bottle toss, and balls in the basket, the craft fair and food there is a little something for everyone! Come join for a day of fun and support a great cause at the same time! Located at the Town of Wellfleet’s Bakers Field by the pier and town playground.

Artisans Fair

The Audible Local Ledger is hosting an Artisans Fair at Deer Crossing in Mashpee on Saturday, June 22^{nd from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This juried show will feature the fine works of 15 artists and craftspeople.}

^{Gerry Conti – Acrylic Frames, Karen Alexander - Jewelry ,}

^{John Callahan – Candles, Karen Donahue – Fabric Seahorses,}

^{Susan Koch – Jewelry}

^{Jo Glazebrook – Pottery, Susan Hawley – Painted Cards}

^{Joan Augustino – Painted Folk Art , Anne Lipcan - Jewelry}

^{Audrey Vermont – Papercraft, Michael Helfen – Photo/Fine Art}

^{Kathleen Masterson – Jewelry, Randy & Elaine Fisher – Wood Carvings}

^{Rebecca O’Brien - Pottery, Meghan Rooney - Jewelry}

^{The Audible Local Ledger, Inc. is a registered non-profit 501(c) 3 affiliate of the Massachusetts Radio Reading Service, a special state-wide radio information network that provides readings of daily and weekly newspapers, current periodicals, shopping guides, best selling books, calendars of community events, and other materials previously available only in print. The Audible Local Ledger broadcasts this material over closed-circuit radio stations to the blind, visually impaired, and print disabled residents of Cape Cod and the Islands .}

The Third Annual "Paws for Celebration"

The Third Annual "Paws for Celebration" will take place on Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 11 AM – 3 PM. The annual event includes a pledge walk through downtown Orleans and pet-related activities, entertainment and vendors on the front lawn of Nauset Regional Middle School. The event is presented by Nauset Pet Services in Eastham.

Entertainment & activities include:
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• Agility demo (11 AM – 12 PM)
• One mile pledge walk through downtown Orleans (12 PM)
• Police K-9 unit demo with the Yarmouth PD (12:45 PM)
• Frisbee dog show (1:30 PM)
• Contests (2-3 PM)
• Caricature artist doing caricatures of people & dogs
• "Doggie" photo kissing booth
• Face painting
• Fleece dog toy making (make a free tug toy for your dog)
• Blueberry facials & other mini spa treatments for dogs
• Pupcasso artwork (let your dog paint a picture!)
• An awesome raffle (Red Sox tickets, restaurant gift cards, hotel stays and much more!)
• An "Ask the Trainer" table featuring the Animal Rescue League’s behaviorist
• Bring your questions to the "Doctor Is IN Table" with Dr. Bohon of the Animal Hospital of Orleans (11 AM – 1 PM)
• Book signings with authors Kate Walls (11-1) and Spencer Quinn (1-3) at The Brewster Book Store tent
• Shopping with local vendors
• Food for sale from Dr. Frank’n’wine and Ben & Jerry’s
• Free Yoghund frozen treats for the pups
• Free T-shirts & Swag Bags to all who register for the walk online
• Tons of other giveaways and free treats!


Support the Cape Cod branch of The Animal Rescue League by forming walk teams, recruiting walkers and collecting pledges from friends and family.

It's $20 to register online and you'll receive a free event T-shirt and an awesome swag bag! It will be $25 to register the day of the event (t-shirts and swag bags will be pending availability)

Fundraising prizes include:

• A year’s supply of dog food from Agway for the top adult fundraiser.
• Dinner at Arnold’s (ten $50 gift cards) for the top fundraising team.
• A day of food and fun for the top child fundraiser and four of their friends. The day includes lunch at Guapo’s Tortilla Shack, a sundae party at The Local Scoop, bowling at the Orleans Bowling Center and mini golf at Cape Escape Adventure Golf. The winning child fundraiser will also get a monogrammed beach chair from The Cape Cod Beach Chair Company.
• The first 350 people to register online will receive a free Paws for Celebration T-shirt at the event and an awesome swag bag.
• Everyone who raises $500 gets a free Animal Rescue League hat.
• Everyone who raises $750 gets a free Animal Rescue League t-shirt.
• Everyone who raises $1000 get a free Animal Rescue League sweatshirt.
• Raise $1500 and you’ll get a free photo session for your pet with professional photographer Cold Nose Photo!

 

Square & Contra Dance
Saturday June 22. Square & Contra Dance. South Chatham Village Hall. Corner of Mill Creek Rd. and Route 28, just west of intersection of Rte 28 and Rte 137. 8 PM; Family dance and beginners' session at 7:00 PM. Musicians: Rose Clancy, fiddle and Jacqueline Schwab, piano; Caller: Jacqueline Schwab. No experience necessary. Come solo or with a partner.

Suggested freewill donation of $10, but anyone interested is welcome

Wednesday-06/26/13

EPOCH of Harwich welcomes Ken Badger (June 26)

HARWICH—EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Harwich will welcome musician Ken Badger on Wednesday, June 26 at 2:30 p.m. Badger is known for his energetic performances of show tunes, classic oldies and songs from the big band era. This event is free and open to the public. For more information or to request a reservation, please call 508-430-1717. EPOCH is located at 111 Headwaters Dr.

 

Osterville in Bloom!

Take a "Seaside Journey"

at the Osterville Historical Museum

Alice Alger Memorial sundial in the Parker House Gardens, courtesy of the Osterville Garden Club

 

Ever dreamed of setting sail from Shanghai via a fast sailing clipper ship laden with prized silks and teas? Floral designs will interpret that journey through the Osterville Historical Museum during the Osterville Garden Club's standard flower show, "A Seaside Journey." The standard flower show is run in accordance with the National Garden Club's requirements and is expected to bring in visitors from many regional garden clubs. The show will be open to the public on Wednesday, June 26th, from 1 to 5 p.m. and Thursday, June 27th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. An extensive horticulture exhibit will also be on display in the boat shops of the museum. Admission to the museum is free during the flower show. The museum is home to the Osterville Farmers' Market every Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is plenty of free parking, and the museum is located at 155 West Bay Road, a short stroll from the Village.

Thursday-06/27/13
EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Harwich to host reception and display with Cape Cod artist Ray Ouimet

HARWICH—EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Harwich will host a show and reception with local artist, Ray Ouimet. A Massachusetts native, Ouimet has been doing pen and ink renderings of local scenes, including light houses, birds, ships and decorative maps, for nearly 60 years. Ouimet will have approximately 50 framed pieces on display and for sale. Light refreshments will be offered and the public is invited to attend this special showing from 2 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 27.


Friday-06/28/13

Murder Mystery at Albertos Restaurant on Main Street in Hyannis

Murder at the Juice Joint, a roaring 20’s theme

June 28^{th, 6 PM $40 per person}

^{Hors d’oeuvres, silent auction and a night of murder and intrigue}

^{Can you use your detective skills to solve the crime. The audience will participate to figure out who did it and feel free to dress the part}

^{Silent auction has great items to bid on from Albertos, Brazilian Grill, Balls to the Wall, Pizza One, Mikes Pizza, The Bike Zone, Michaels Creative Baking, Cape Cod Jewelers and so much more!!}