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Digital Equity

Community Resources

Community Digital Equity Workshop

Hosted by the Town of Barnstable and the Cape Cod Commission

November 19, 2024

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

West Barnstable Community Building: 2377 Meetinghouse Way, West Barnstable

Join the Town of Barnstable and the Cape Cod Commission for an educational and interactive workshop to inform the town’s digital equity plan. The event will kick-off with a presentation about Barnstable’s connectivity landscape, followed by facilitated group discussion around challenges and opportunities related to internet access and adoption.

Taking Care of Cape Cod Summit

Environment

2024 Taking Care of Cape Cod Summit

Hosted by CARE for the Cape & Islands, Cape Cod Anti-Litter Coalition, and Center for Coastal Studies.

November 21, 2024

12:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The 204 Cultural Arts Municipal Building: 204 Sisson Rd, Harwich

CARE for the Cape & Islands, Cape Cod Anti-Litter Coalition, and Center for Coastal Studies will hold their 6th Taking Care of Cape Cod Summit. This year’s theme is Stemming the Tide of Wastefulness: We Can Make it Happen! The program is focused on tangible ways to reduce waste and engage in environmental stewardship for individuals, businesses, municipalities, and organizations.

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Arts & Culture

History on Tap: Shipwrecks of Cape Cod

Hosted by Cape Cod Maritime Museum

November 21, 2024

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

135 South Street, Barnstable

From the wreck of the Sparrow-Hawk in 1626 to the grounding of the Eldia in 1984, Cape Cod’s outer beach—often referred to as the “Graveyard of Ships”—saw the demise of more than three thousand vessels along forty miles of shifting shoals. Join us as Author Don Wilding revisits these maritime disasters, and follow up with our new exhibit, The Menace of Cape Cod: A Hazard to Navigation.

CARE Stewardship Awards

Awards

2024 CARE Annual Stewardship Awards Autumn Soiree

Hosted by CARE for the Cape & Islands

November 21, 2024

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The 204 Cultural Arts Municipal Building: 204 Sisson Rd, Harwich

Guests will enjoy a selection of Hog Island Brewery craft beers, wine, and light hors d'oeuvres as we celebrate the stewards of our coastal community! CARE is proud to recognize this year's recipients:CARE Legacy Award: Patti Lloyd, Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce (ret.) Stewardship Award: The Green Center, Inc. Youth Stewardship Award: Jessie Swain/Nauset HS Green Club - presented in partnership with Cape Cod Young Professionals. CARE’s Annual Stewardship Award recognizes organizations and students who dedicate themselves to environmental and cultural sustainability measures, show a commitment to caring for the Cape and Islands, and have adopted day-to-day practices that fit CARE’s mission to preserve and enhance its natural environment, culture or history.

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Party

Homecoming Party

Hosted by Wequassett Resort and Golf Club

November 27, 2024

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

2173 Head of the Bay Road, Route 28, Harwich

Begin your Thanksgiving celebration on Wednesday and gather with family and friends at Wequassett's Outer Bar! Live music from The Origin, complimentary light bites, and additional menu items will be offered from 4 to 8pm.

Reptiles Rock

Family Friendly

Reptiles Rock!

Hosted by the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

November 29, 2024

11:00 AM

869 Main St, Brewster

Reptiles Rock, the Rainforest Reptile Show’s most popular and unique presentation engages children of all ages at hands-on level. Reptiles Rock includes a mini zoo set-up with 10 to 14 smaller animals such as bugs, frogs, snakes and lizards to look at. Plus, the fun and informative presentation by a Rainforest Reptile herpetologist with 4 larger animals including a large red or yellow foot tortoise (S. America), a large monitor or tegu lizard (Africa or S. America), a 9 to 10 ft. boa or python (S. America or Myanmar/Burma) and of course, the American alligator (USA). All habitats are tropical or semi-tropical rainforests.

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Holiday

Sweetacular Soiree at Gingerbread Lane

Hosted by the Town of Barnstable

November 29

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30, 2024

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Harbor Overlook, Hyannis

Celebrate the Holiday Season at the Sweetacular Soiree at Gingerbread Lane. Enjoy an artist market, Trevor the Juggler shows, visits with Santa, family fun game zone, snack shack, and good fun & cheer!

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Holiday

Broadway on the Bay: Holiday Spectacular!

Hosted by Wequassett Resort and Golf Club

November 29

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30, 2024

7:00 PM

2173 Head of the Bay Road, Route 28, Harwich

From Broadway to Pleasant Bay, join John Riddle (Phantom of the Opera, Frozen) and Alysha Umphress (On The Town, American Idiot) for an intimate evening of music and other surprises as they romp through the nostalgia of the holiday season. All ticket holders to receive 20% off their pre or post dinner at Thoreau’s. $75 general admission, advance ticket purchase required.

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Educational

The Cleon Crowell Native American Artifact Collection From Lower Cape Cod

Hosted by the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

December 2, 2024

6:00 PM

869 Main St, Brewster

The Cleon Crowell collection of Native American artifacts at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History contains hundreds of stone tools and ceramic sherds obtained from the Lower Cape in the early 20th century. The collection was recently analyzed by archaeologist Dan Zoto to gain insights to the types of artifacts included and their relative ages. Artifacts in the collection span at least the last 10,000 years. Join Dan Zoto for an overview of the project and highlights of the interesting material that it contains.

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History

History on Tap: The Somers Mutiny

Hosted by Cape Cod Maritime Museum

December 5, 2024

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

135 South Street, Barnstable

Were the alarming events on board U.S.S. Somers in 1842 actually the only ""mutiny"" in the U.S. Navy? Were they a mutiny at all? Was the harsh punishment levied upon three suspected plotters--one the troublesome son of a Cabinet member--warranted? The incident inspired parts of several Herman Melville works and the creation of the Naval Academy, and its aftermath was the subject of almost-obsessive public interest. . . .Join us as beloved historian of crime and the macabre Greg Williams dives into this fascinating piece of Naval history.

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Holiday

Wequassett's Merry Market

Hosted by Wequassett Resort and Golf Club

December 7, 2024

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

2173 Head of the Bay Road, Route 28, Harwich

After a day of shopping our Merry Market featuring local vendors and artists, join us (and Santa), for a Tree Lighting Ceremony followed by a Fireworks Extravaganza! Merry Market, 11am to 4pm. Tree Lighting and Fireworks begin at 5pm.

Holiday Boat Parade

Holiday

Hyannis 2024 Holiday Boat Parade

Hosted by Town of Barnstable

December 7, 2024

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Hyannis Harbor

Cape Cod Maritime Museum invites you to join the Holiday Boat Parade! Make your holidays brighter by being a part of an exciting Cape Cod tradition, and register you and your boat for the 2024 Hyannis Holiday Boat Parade! Decorate your boat and help light up the Harbor for spectators as they wait for Santa to arrive in our parade.

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Holiday

Second Annual Baking Classic

Hosted by Wequassett Resort and Golf Club

December 8, 2024

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

2173 Head of the Bay Road, Route 28, Harwich

Gather your sprinkles, sift that flour, and preheat your ovens for Wequassett Resort's second annual Cape Cod Holiday Baking Classic! We warmly invite professional bakers from across New England to showcase their favorite holiday cookies in this delightful competition and tasting event. If you’re someone who usually stays out of the kitchen, tickets are available to taste the sweet treats, enjoy the judges’ commentary, and have fun!

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Holiday

Yarmouth Port Christmas Stroll

Hosted by Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce

December 8, 2024

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Route 6A, Yarmouth Port

Jingle all the way to Yarmouth Port for a holly jolly Christmas Stroll on Sunday, December 8th, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Route 6A magically transforms into a winter wonderland brimming with holiday spirit. Hop aboard the trolley for a festive ride! Enjoy lively holiday tunes from the Brass Band and Bell Choir Quartet. Become enchanted by merry entertainment, including face painting, magic shows, a holiday photo bus, photos with Santa, and balloon artistry. This free event is the perfect way to celebrate the season and create lasting memories with your loved ones.

Holiday Business After Hours

Networking

Holiday Business After Hours at Willowbend

Hosted by the Sandwich, Mashpee, and Cape Cod Canal Region Chambers of Commerce

December 12, 2024

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

100 Willowbend Drive, Mashpee

In the spirit of the holiday season, local business professionals are invited to gather for an exclusive Holiday Business After hours Event at The Willowbend in Mashpee. Scheduled for Thursday, December 12th. This festive gathering will bring together entrepreneurs, executives, and community leaders from across the region for an evening of celebration, connection, and opportunity. Hosted in the elegant setting of The Willowbend Country Club, this joint Chamber event offers a unique opportunity for professionals to expand their networks, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. Guests will enjoy holiday-themed hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, ensuring a memorable experience for all who attend.

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Celebration

Nature's Night

Hosted by Cape Cod Museum of Natural History

December 12, 2024

5:30 PM

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club: 2907 Main Street, Brewster

Proceeds will benefit the education, programs, and habitat restoration efforts of the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History and Thornton Burgess Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen.

Cranberries - History on Tap

History

History on Tap: Cranberries

Hosted by Cape Cod Maritime Museum

December 18, 2024

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

135 South Street, Barnstable

Leo & Andrea Cakounes operate the largest organic cranberry bog on Cape Cod. Join us to learn all about what environments and soils cranberries need to grow successfully, the different methods in which cranberries are harvested, the plethora of uses of cranberries, and how this tart little fruit has become a driver of the economy both on the Cape and in communities surrounding Plymouth.

CDP Quickbooks workshop

Workshops

Quickbooks Online 2025 Workshop

Hosted by Community Development Partnership

January 16

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30, 2025

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Virtual via Zoom

Join Crystal Mucci, owner of CRM Bookkeeping & Consulting and a SCORE Subject Matter Expert, to learn how to correctly set up your QuickBooks Online and then how to navigate the program. Topics include how to: write checks; collect money; estimate; invoice; track time; pay bills; make bank deposits; run reports; set up budgets; set up loans; buy and depreciate equipment; send out collections letters; turn estimates into invoices; memorize transactions and more. The final workshop will include a Q&A session, to address items that participants may need further work on. This is a 3 session workshop, held via Zoom on Thursday, January 16th, 23rd, and 30th all from 9:30 - 11:00 AM.

2025 Pitch Contest

Business

Cape Cod Spring 2025 Healthy Communities Pitch Contest

Hosted by EforAll, the CDP, and Provincetown Commons

April 2, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Provincetown Commons: 46 Bradford St, Provincetown

EforAll Pitch Contests are lively two-hour events that offer entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their business idea to a friendly audience and receive valuable feedback from experienced judges. Have a business or non-profit idea within the theme of health and/or health equity? If your business idea makes Cape Cod healthier, we’d like to hear about it. Deadline to apply: March 12th at noon ET. We invite the public to be a part of this exciting, interactive, and free event on April 2nd.