Author: Allyson Plessner
Allyson Plessner is the digital editor for Cape Cod Life Publications. Born in Florida, Allyson has been a lifelong summer resident of the Cape. She is an alumna of the College of Charleston, located in Charleston, South Carolina, where she completed bachelor’s degrees in both English and Spanish. In her free time, Allyson is an avid sailor, beach-goer, and—like her fellow Cape Cod Life colleagues—a dog-lover.
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Mimi Schlichter
“My family first came from Pennsylvania on vacation to Megansett in 1967,” recalls artist Mimi Schlichter. “Little did I know…
Read More2020 Emerging Artists: Undiscovered and Unstoppable
Meet some new faces taking on the local art scene, and be sure to remember their names. Every year we…
Read More2020 Emerging Artist: Chatham Ivy
When you think about the true spirit of Cape Cod, what do you think of? Sand dunes? Beetle cats battling…
Read MoreNew Beginnings
Writer: Allyson Plessner Photographer: Dan Cutrona
A home on Great Island gets a fresh start while paying homage to its historic roots. If an artist were…
Read MoreA Century and Counting
Celebrating 100 years in Craigville, one family looks back on their treasured memories with a book filled with history, nostalgia…
Read More2020 Visionaries: Jonathan Thompson
Unofficial Mayor of Cape Cod; Instigator of Positivity “One love. One family. One community.” “I really mean that,” says Jonathan…
Read MoreVintage Soul
Vintage is in! Artist Jeff Dinardo pulls from a fascination with history and a background in art to create striking…
Read MoreA Moment in Time
With a timeless appreciation for the Cape and a camera in hand, Mary Grace Leone puts the classic beauty of the…
Read MoreHit Refresh
Writer: Allyson Plessner Photographer: Sean Litchfield
A beachy summer home gets a splashy update thanks to the color masters: Evolve Residential Capturing color is an art,…
Read MoreHold on to Sixteen
Ben Skaar has found a true talent for photography and his fresh, youthful perspectives bring to life everything there is…
Read MoreWhat Dreams are Made Of
Writer: Allyson Plessner Photographer: Elizabeth Shaw
Chef Tyler LaChance and winemaker Joseph Carr make a formidable duo, outlining a spirited wine dinner to warm up even…
Read MoreRiding Toward Change
Charity bike events offer many incredible benefits, not the least of which is bringing people together towards a common goal:…
Read MoreJulian Cyr
State Senator \\ Cape native dedicated to serving his community. “What is it like being a state senator? It feels…
Read MoreDarby Lyons
Filmmaker \\ Bringing otherworldly adventures to the Cape As an adolescent, Darby Lyons spent his days dreaming up skits with…
Read MoreMatt Tropeano
Restaurateur \\ Serving up a true home cooked meal with unbeatable hospitality Ever the visionary, Matt Tropeano, owner of Spoon…
Read MoreA: Architecture
Writer: Allyson Plessner Photographer: Dan Cutrona
ERT Architects 2020 marks the 20th anniversary of ERT Architects, founded in 2000 by Erik Tolley. “I moved back to…
Read MoreB: Bars, Boats & Basements
Writer: Allyson Plessner
Sand Dollar Customs “We always say to trust your gut instinct when choosing a contractor,” says Steve Bobola, co-owner of…
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