Recreation & Activities
Gunkholing: 2020 is going to be our best year yet!
Allyson Plessner came to Cape Cod Life in the summer of 2017 as a summer intern after graduating from the College of Charleston. It was not long before we saw…
400 Years in the Making
Take a trip back in time to the event that shaped our nation, and commemorate those who came before us Four centuries ago, 100 souls endured a two-month journey across…
Living Local
From local shops and eats to fun events, there’s plenty to do on the Cape even after the last of the tourists head over the bridge. LoveLiveLocal is a driving…
Stone Cold Competitors
Rock in the House A handshake is a common occurrence at Falmouth’s Cape Cod Curling Club (CCCC), marking the beginning and end of every match. Rarely in other sports does…
Village LIFE: The Pearls of Nantucket
The soul of Nantucket is one of fortitude and ingenuity. Landing on a shore over thirty miles from the mainland, its first settlers built booming industries from the ground up.…
See these four spectacular weddings across the region
“I love you without knowing how, or when, or from where. I love you simply, without problems or pride: I love you in this way because I do not know…
A Shoulder Season to Remember: Jennifer & Chad Meyer’s special day at Chatham Bars Inn
Jennifer & Chad Meyer Photography by Kelly Cronin Photography When most people think of a Cape Cod wedding, they picture a warm, beachside summer affair. But those who don’t think…
Love is in the Air: Amanda & Max Mancuso’s special day at Beach Plum Inn
Amanda & Max Mancuso Photography by Ruth Eileen Photography You really can find love when you least expect it, as proven by Amanda and Max Mancuso. The two met on…
A Dream Come True on Nantucket: Louise and Justin Adomunes’ special day at Dreamland Theater
Louise & Justin Adomunes Photography by Katie Kaizer Photography Cinematic views of Nantucket Sound, a dog as the co-ring bearer, and a boat ride from ceremony to reception sounds like…
Sailing Together, Now and Forever: Kim & Michelle’s special day with Moment Sailing
Kim & Michelle Photography by Brad Fowler Photography For Houston couple Kim and Michelle, marriage wasn’t their focus when they set their eyes on a Provincetown vacation two years ago—what…
Do you love Harwich?!
Village Life: The Heart of Harwich The Soul of the Seaside Located on the Cape’s southern edge overlooking Nantucket Sound, the town of Harwich is a world to explore in…
Featherstone Center for the Arts on Martha’s Vineyard has a new renovated space
With a new creative space, Featherstone Center for the Arts continues to enrich the Martha’s Vineyard community Photography courtesy of Featherstone center for the arts Tucked among acres of preserved…
Cotuit Mosquito Yacht Club
The Cotuit Mosquito Yacht Club continues to make waves while holding fast to tradition Photos provided by Chris White & Abby Ford In 1998, the Nantucket Yacht Club hosted the…
Cape Cod Lifesaving Competition
Lifeguards on Duty The Cape Cod Lifesaving Competition, celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, shines a spotlight on a talented group of athletes tasked with protecting the Cape’s most precious…
Good Run Good Pace
It started as a fun run, from bar to bar, back in the days before running a road race was even a thing. It was that simple a concept. Today,…
Art on the Plate: Cocktails at Fishbones on Martha’s Vineyard
Nothing screams “Vineyard vacation” like sitting outside by the water, sipping a prosecco-infused frozen drink, right? Fishbones, located in Oak Bluffs, has Instagram-worthy drinks that are as delicious as they…
Sail away with Kurt Peterson
To a 6-year-old boy, a 28-foot catboat must seem like the RMS Queen Elizabeth II, a vast ocean liner brimming with possibility and adventure. A child could wander all about…
The Figawi: A note from Brian Shortsleeve
Gunkholing: A note from the publisher The Memorial Day weekend sailing regatta, which began in 1972, was created by a couple of friends challenging each other to a sailboat race…
