Art & Entertainment

Village LIFE: The Allure of Orleans

By Julie Craven Wagner | April 23, 2019

This charming enclave at the elbow of Cape Cod has a little something for everybody If you view Cape Cod from space, its distinctive flexed and slightly bent arm reaches…

There are so many memories to be had in a Cape House… These talented locals pay homage to that

By Allyson Plessner | April 22, 2019

The unique history of a home—the hopes, dreams, challenges and failures of all who have lived there—is something tangible, captured in the weathered shingles and the aged floorboards of every…

LIFE’s Canvas: Bobby Baker’s art is a monochromatic symphony

By Haley Cote | April 22, 2019

Photographer Bobby Baker finds his rhythm along the Cape’s shores Music, as described by Sam Elliot’s character Bobby in the 2018 remake of “A Star is Born,” is essentially 12…

Village LIFE: Explore the village of Falmouth

By Julie Craven Wagner | April 17, 2019

Traditions of Old and New Await The town of Falmouth was named in 1602 by Bartholomew Gosnold (after his homeport in England), who led the first exploration by Europeans of…

Carol Flax creates incredible works of art in an unusual medium…

By Haley Cote | April 16, 2019

Carol Flax finds inspiration in the pages of magazines to piece together her works of fine art Think of the skeletal structure and muscle beneath a horse’s skin. Or the…

ArtWeek 2019 is going to be a hit!

By Julie Craven Wagner | April 16, 2019

Immerse yourself in the local arts scene during ArtWeek 2019 One of the best things about the Cape and Islands is the endless variety of artistic, cultural and creative events.…

Is There More to You? Let’s Find Out: Behind the Scenes with Author Caroline Kepnes

By Allyson Plessner | March 14, 2019

Is There More to You? Let’s Find Out Behind the Scenes with Author Caroline Kepnes “‘You’ is in many ways a more romantic word than ‘love’ because it’s so direct.…

A Mecca of Glaze & Haze: The Cape Cod Coliseum

By James P. Freeman | March 14, 2019

Lost Sailor “Hear the sea birds cryin’ and there’s a ghost wind blowing And it’s calling you, to that misty swirling sea Till the chains of your dreams are broken…

Village LIFE: Barnstable

By Cape Cod Life Publications | March 14, 2019

One Town, Seven Villages The concept of villages versus towns is one that is a constant source of discussion in New England, but particularly on the Cape and Islands as…

Photo Portfolio: The Sunset Experiment

By Allyson Plessner | March 13, 2019

“I think the thing that inspires me most is the pursuit of catching something ‘different’ with my camera,” says Kevin Friel. In an effort to do just that, Friel undertook…

Harbor LIFE: Provincetown

By Bill O'Neill | November 15, 2018

 Expect the unexpected in this historic seaside escape We’ve all done it. Someone asks where on the Cape we live or visit, or maybe they want to know the…

Village LIFE: The Magic of Mashpee

By Blair Miller | November 15, 2018

A hidden treasure no more The true essence of any classic village is found at its center, or trademark downtown. In the dynamic hub of Mashpee, community spirit is on…

Photo Portfolio: The Sky’s the Limit

By Haley Cote | November 15, 2018

  Aaron Gormley Aerial Photographer Photo PortfolioThe Sky’s the Limit Aaron Gormley takes his passion, and adventurous spirit, to new heights. Check out his work at capeaerials.com! **Scroll down for…

Keeping it Local

By Julie Craven Wagner | November 15, 2018

Customers have a choice of where and how to spend their hard-earned dollars. But local businesses are an investment in everyone’s future. As we embrace another holiday season here on…

Cookie King

By Gabriella Messina | November 15, 2018

Upper Cape Tech teacher Douglas Alley reflects on his Food Network victory, and how family got him to where he is today Growing up on a small island off the…

LIFE’s Canvas: Notecards Next Door

By Allyson Plessner | November 15, 2018

Liz Neighbors colors the Cape with a joyful hue “Good neighbors make a huge difference in the quality of life.” -Robert Fulghum Liz Neighbors has been visiting the Cape since she…

The Curious Tale of Peter Rabbit

By Diane Speare Triant | November 15, 2018

Both Cape Cod and England lay claim to the beloved childhood character Photos courtesy of the Thornton W. Burgess Society Imagine that an unknown American author publishing his first young…

Sparks Fly: Cape Artisan Rachel Paolino

By Haley Cote | October 3, 2018

Rachel Paolino transforms metal into captivating creations Rachel Paolino admits she’s obsessive. When it comes to her work, that is. No detail is overlooked in her handcrafted metal sculptures and…