September/October 2018

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Fins Up: Mermaids on Cape Cod

By Haley Cote / September 13, 2018

  Mermaids on Cape Cod is fast becoming a local favorite, thanks to an owner who’s putting community first “I wanna be where the people are,” pines Ariel in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” That’s exactly where Shari Aussant wants to be, too. Aussant might j…

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Village LIFE: Dennis Village

By Julie Craven Wagner / September 13, 2018

“Village is a place where you can find peace, unity, strength, inspiration and most importantly a natural and beautiful life.” – Minahil urfan Where the Past is Present This is the first installment of a new series exploring the bustling life of villages throughout th…

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#sunsetsunday

By Allyson Plessner / September 13, 2018

  A September sunset on the Cape can’t be beat! Online, we celebrate all the breathtaking sunsets the Cape and Islands have to offer every Sunday on Instagram using the hashtag #sunsetsunday. In these pages, you can see stunning sunset shots from some of our…

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The Art of Antiquing

By Gabriella Messina / September 13, 2018

Cape Cod’s most loved antique shops are where you’ll find a nostalgic piece of Cape history Looking for the perfect addition to your Cape cottage, or something to bring back from your vacation? Antiques have an inimitable, timeless quality. With different stores speciali…

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Note to Self: Write More Often

By Brian Shortsleeve / September 13, 2018

Introducing Cape Cod Life Note Cards Above is one of our favorite aerial photos, taken as part of our Aerial Tour, showing the entire shoreline of Cape Cod (available online at capecodlife.com/guide-cape-cod/aerial-tours). This is one of a half dozen note cards now for sale …

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Coasting by the Cape

By Mark Wilkins / September 13, 2018

A brief history of maritime trade Today we buy things online and they are delivered to our door—we don’t even think twice about it. The only reminder of the great age of shipping is the diction “shipping and handling” in our online shopping carts. In…

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The Cape Cod Effect: Cultural Districts

By Allyson Plessner / September 13, 2018

Cultural districts throughout the Cape & Islands invest in unique artistic opportunity, economic growth and the vibrant cultural personalities of towns across the region An unparalleled push against postmodernism in the form of limestone, glass and a daring architectural…

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Nantucket Bike Basket Company

General Store Partner Profile: Nantucket Bike Basket Company

By Allyson Plessner / September 13, 2018

Woven with Love: Nantucket Bike Basket Company crafts stylish, durable baskets that are perfect for any occasion, like a picnic at the beach, or as fun home décor “A happy accident”—that’s how Kristen McCann describes the origins of her business, Nantucket Bike Bas…

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Walter Barron

Master and Commander: Cape Artisan Walter Baron

By John Greiner-Ferris / September 13, 2018

Boat builder Walter Baron stays grounded in his craft The unadorned sign reads, “Boats Built And Repaired” and a seven-digit phone number, no zip code. The sign is the only indication that the weathered shed, set back in the pitch pines and oak on Old…

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Harbor LIFE: Wellfleet

By Bill O'Neill / September 13, 2018

 Fresh seafood & fine art set this coastal community apart This is the fifth installment of a new series exploring the vibrant harbors across Cape Cod and the Islands Henry David Thoreau wrote that “Nearly all the oyster shops and stands in Massachusetts, I…

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September/October 2018 Events: Islands

By Mary Anglin / September 13, 2018

October 17-21: MV Food & Wine Festival The 11th annual Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival is the perfect event to experience the local production of farm and fish on the Cape. The five-day festival features events such as cooking competitions, grand tastings, a…

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September/October 2018 Events: Lower Cape

By Mary Anglin / September 13, 2018

September 15-16: Harwich Cranberry Festival Set up on the fields of the Harwich Community Center, the Harwich Cranberry Festival will take place September 15-16. This festival is well-known for its large craft fair and live music. The event is free and benefits children in t…

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September/October 2018 Events: Upper Cape

By Mary Anglin / September 13, 2018

September 15th: Cape Cod Canal Day, Bourne The Cape Cod Canal has always been a hotspot for activity. whether it’s biking, running, rollerblading, or relaxing. Taking place at Buzzards Bay Park, Canal Day is the perfect way to end the summer. From 11 a.m. to 7…

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September/October 2018 Events: Outer Cape

By Mary Anglin / September 13, 2018

October 13-14: Wellfleet OysterFest The Wellfleet OysterFest, in its 18th year, has returned for another weekend of food, drink and entertainment. During the two-day festival, families can enjoy arts and crafts shows, live music, cooking demonstrations, educational talks, an…

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Yarmouth Seaside Festival

September/October 2018 Events: Mid Cape

By Mary Anglin / September 13, 2018

October 6-8: Yarmouth Seaside Festival Spending summer on the Cape is a no-brainer, but you may not have considered attending events on Cape Cod for Columbus Day weekend. The Yarmouth Seaside Festival, taking place on Joshua Sears Memorial Field, is celebrating its 40th year…

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Foliage, Family & Fun: Cape & Islands festivals you won’t want to miss this fall

By Mary Anglin / September 13, 2018

The end of summer does not mean the end of good times on the Cape and Islands. All throughout Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket there are festivals and events for different cuisines, holidays and hobbies that are bound to spark your interest. With warm…

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The Flavor of Barbados

By Allyson Plessner / September 1, 2018

The Flavor of Barbados: An Unforgettable Dinner at the Chatham Bars Inn Farm Chef Michael Hinds presents an unforgettable meal at the Chatham Bars Inn Farm, bringing the culture and spirit of his home island of Barbados straight to the table In the eastern Caribbean,…

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Trailblazers: Mountain biking on Cape Cod

By Chris White / August 27, 2018

More and more riders are embarking on the Cape’s impressive trails, with one local organization paving the way Shards of splintered sunlight sparkle against oaks, bayberry bushes and tangles of forest undergrowth in the West Barnstable Conservation Area. As you pedal your …

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