Cape-Cod-LIFE

Cape Cod
LIFE

July/August 2026

Subscribers

Not a subscriber yet?

Get full access to ALL of our publications for as little as $9.95.

This Month's Featured Article

Celebrating Her 80th Anniversary in Provincetown, the Schooner Hindu Sails Again

In some Cape Cod villages and harbors, certain boats have become fixtures of the landscape and community. Nantucket has its Rainbow Fleet of Beetle Cats, for instance; Wianno its Senior; and Cotuit its Skiff. For the people who sail and race them, these one-design sailboats—all gaff-rigged, and all originally wooden—are a way of life, often stretching back for generations. For bystanders and visitors, they are often highlights of the view from shore: a collection of...

Free premium content

Editors Choice

All capecodlife.com readers can enjoy FREE access to select premium articles hand-picked by our Cape Cod Life editors.

More Free Access to Premium Content

Kitchen Wishes

If you haven’t been introduced through social media or word-of-mouth to Meredith Hayden, better known as Wishbone Kitchen, consider this your official Cape Cod Life welcome. She is the culinary sensation whose recipes are relatable, charming, and deeply rooted in her love for our coastal region. She turned her career as a private chef into becoming one of social media’s most influential accounts and has whisked her way into our hearts and kitchens. She recently...

Keep your head out of the sand!

Sign up to stay in touch with Cape Cod Life Publications!

Premium Content From This Month's Issue

The Tides of Tradition

By Julie Craven Wagner | August 6, 2026

Learn about the documentary that brings attention to the hearty and dedicated men and women who fish our waters.

Destination Dining

By Leslie Hatton | August 6, 2026

It’s not just beaches the Cape is known for, read about some of the food and drink items that have the internet buzzing and lines forming.

Three Nights at Dune

By Julie Craven Wagner | August 6, 2026

There’s no shortage of panoramic ocean views and opportunities to make memories at this two-story beachfront venue in Harwich Port.

Where Past Becomes Present… and Future

By Allyson Plessner | August 6, 2026

As a historian and a jewelry designer, Alyson Iarrusso brings a unique perspective to her collection in tribute to America’s 250th.

Set in Stone

By Madeline Bilis | August 6, 2026

The Ocean Club in Martha’s Vineyard is set to create new traditions born out of time honored ones.

LIFE’s Canvas: Jonathan McPhillips

By Chris White | August 6, 2026

Jonathan McPhillips’ work entreats us to pay attention to the natural beauty we often take for granted.

The Night a Boy Saved Falmouth: A Cape Cod’s Revolutionary War Story

By Rachel Lovett | August 6, 2026

Learn how the town of Falmouth played a role in the American Revolution with their commitment to independence.

Village LIFE: Harwich Port

By Christina Galt | August 6, 2026

A trip to Harwich Port is always a good idea!

Stitching It Together

By Hannah Eaton | August 6, 2026

Sam Wilson of Corn & Cod Design, draws inspiration from the bond he shared with his mother, a beloved Cape Cod artist.

Photo Portfolio: Picture This

By Leslie Hatton | August 6, 2026

See some of the captivating images taken by entrants of our annual photo contest.

Free Content: Local Businesses Share Insights About The Cape Cod Way of LIFE

Spotlight: Fête Among the Flowers

By Vivian Siempos Haidas | August 6, 2026

A Parisian style boutique here on Cape Cod Fête Among the Flowers is a true delight for the senses.

Spotlight: Village Trading Company

By Leslie Hatton | August 6, 2026

A Neighborhood Store For Everyone Celebrating 30 years in business, Village Trading Company is much more than just a gift shop tucked into the village of Cataumet, it’s a meeting…

Handpicked Related Content

A weekend to remember…

By Leslie Hatton | August 14, 2023

Nantucket’s own Elin Hilderbrand gives reason to get away with friends in her new novel “The Five-Star Weekend.”

Get Outside Cape Cod

By Kelly Cloonan | September 1, 2022

Local mother of two boys, Lissy Perna, takes her commitment to fresh and informative outdoor play and discovery, from a popular blog to an invaluable book.

Siren of the Sea: Painter Elizabeth Mumford

By Julie Craven Wagner | August 14, 2019

Siren of the Sea In “The Odyssey,” Homer’s classic tale of Greek mythology, the hero Odysseus asks his crew to lash him to the mast so that he could hear the beckoning calls of the Sirens of the Sea but not submit to their enchanting temptations. The story pres…

Discover More Cape Cod LIFE

Filter Results

New Exhibit at Falmouth Art Center

By Julie Craven Wagner | June 17, 2026

The summer might be winding up with bustling roads and jammed intersections, but a new exhibit at Falmouth Art Center at 137 Gifford…

Serving Up Community

By Leslie Hatton | June 17, 2026

Camaraderie and competition go hand-in-hand at Island Pickle in Mashpee.

Life in the Bike Lane

By Chris White | June 17, 2026

Take the scenic route and explore four of the Cape’s most beautiful bike trails, wending your way along coastlines and classic landscapes. Legend…

Summer’s Serenade

By Dr. Marie Spadaro | June 17, 2026

The Cape’s town bands fill village greens and parks with nostalgic classics and timeless charm.

Cruising Through Time 

By Matthew Nilsson | June 17, 2026

Generations have loved admiring classic cars, a cherished tradition passed down year after year.

Where Love Grows

By Julie Craven Wagner | June 17, 2026

Part of the Pelham Hospitality family, this incredible venue in Dennis is full of connection and purpose.

LIFE’s Canvas: Alexandria Boudreau

By Matthew Nilsson | June 17, 2026

Cape Cod native Alexandria Boudreau draws inspiration from the beauty of the ocean and her lifelong love of sailing.

Village LIFE: Provincetown

By Kathy Blackwell | June 17, 2026

Visit Provincetown where the beaches are beautiful and the culture is vibrant.

Rousing The Rebels: Women In The Revolution

By Sally Cabot Gunning | June 17, 2026

Women of the American Revolution stepped forward as quiet heroines proving their indispensable role in the fight for independence.