Recreation & Activities
Welcome to Main Street in Falmouth
For two days last August, photographer Charles Sternaimolo and I explored Falmouth’s lovely Main Street, attempting to capture the color and charm of the village for the photo essay on…
Dressed to inspire, astonish & impress
Heritage Museums & Gardens unveils fabulous movie costume exhibit for 2016 Love him or hate him—and most people love him—one of the most memorable movie characters of the 21st century…
Get out there, hit the road and explore!
Enjoy some fresh air and exercise on a scenic Cape and Islands day trip Day trips can arise spontaneously or are planned—and anticipated—weeks in advance; both scenarios offer opportunities to…
Golfers might call this a safe approach
With a change in ownership, many club members now own equity in TGC in Falmouth There are many fantastic golf courses on Cape Cod, the Islands and the South Shore,…
Memories of my first love: Craigville Beach
For a brief time in my life, Craigville Beach was synonymous with “Cape Cod.” Little did I know that eventually the area would become a lifelong touchstone. Perhaps they were…
25 Best Recipes!
Savor this recipe collections shared by chefs at 25 “Best Restaurants” as voted by Cape Cod LIFE readers Let’s just say we’ve been cooking this up for awhile. To honor…
She’s starting from scratch
Amie Bakery of Osterville promotes the use of fresh, natural ingredients with recipes and culinary classes “Baking is not complicated . . .” says Amie Smith, the owner of Amie…
Start your own garden!
Cape Cod farmers offer 10 tips to help you get started Imagine it’s a late summer afternoon. Outside, a garden in the backyard overflows with ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, bountiful…
Upcoming Cape & Islands events: April through September
Check out this robust listing of unique, fascinating and fun upcoming events on Cape Cod and the Islands! Through September 1 CAPE COD MUSEUM OF ART CELEBRATES 35 YEARS! In…
Did you know? – 17 fun trivia items about the Cape & Islands
1. Bourne Did you know? That the term Sagamore—as in Bourne’s Sagamore Village, the Sagamore Bridge and the Sagamore Inn Restaurant—is a Native American term that means chief or sachem.…
Nantucket – 2016 island profile
Many visitors to Nantucket feel that when they step off the ferry, they are taking a step back into history. And with good reason! The cobblestones lining the roads downtown…
Martha’s Vineyard – 2016 island profile
A mecca for tourists, a retreat for presidents and the home of Island Alpaca, The Black Dog and Jaws—the 1974 thriller was famously filmed here—Martha’s Vineyard is a short ferry…
Provincetown – 2016 town profile
Located on Cape Cod’s outermost tip, Provincetown is a vibrant community with a fascinating history, a colorful arts scene and some great shops, restaurants and beaches. The town is famous…
Truro – 2016 town profile
If you’re looking for peace and quiet, you have come to the right place. More than half of the land in Truro lies within the Cape Cod National Seashore and,…
Wellfleet – 2016 town profile
There are several common threads running through Wellfleet. First, the Outer Cape town offers a thriving scene for the arts with many galleries and popular venues for both theater and…
Eastham – 2016 town profile
The town of Eastham—located on the “forearm” of the Cape Cod peninsula—has a fascinating history and over the years has been a community where fishing, farming and creative expression have…
Orleans: 2016 town profile
Beautiful, classy, historic and relaxing: these are some of the terms that come to mind when pondering the town of Orleans. Whether you’re taking in the sunset at Rock Harbor,…
Chatham: 2016 town profile
Tucked in Cape Cod’s southeastern corner, Chatham is a popular spot for many reasons: from stunning scenery and great locally caught seafood to a charming downtown area and the luxurious…
