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Remembering a Wash-A-Shore

My father, Joseph Dirsa, first came to Provincetown in July of 1934. The United States navy fleet arrived and he was a member of the crew for the USS Tarbell. His family had arrived to the United States from Lithuania at the turn of the last century and he spent his youth growing up in Lowell, MA. In 1930, when he was 17, he joined the Navy. He arrived after his ship entered the harbor as...

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A Peaceful Perch

Paul Craig is a man with a good eye for great things. As a young, “starving student” studying French and Psychology at UCLA in Los Angeles, he bought four paintings at a garage sale in nearby Santa Monica, for a total of $34 dollars. Cash. One he gave to a friend; the other three he kept and now they proudly hang in his East Sandwich home. They are by the artist Fritzi Brod, whose work...

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The Golden Hour

A bustling marina, a table set for friends, and a feast of fresh local seafood make for an unforgettable dinner party that says summer isn’t over yet.

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LIFE’s Canvas: Carrie Megan

From graphic design and children’s art to botanicals and abstract landscapes, Carrie Megan’s artistic journey has evolved as beautifully as her paintings.

Photo Portfolio: Doug Meehan

What can’t he do? Beloved Cape Cod native, famed media personality, former Nantucket ferry captain and cancer survivor, Doug Meehan, is also a talented photographer.

A Love Letter to Nantucket

The cherished island will always hold a special place in the hearts of one couple who vow to return every year.

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A Life, Well-Aged

Winemaker Joseph Carr has chosen to call Cape Cod home. Step inside his Dennis residence and meet the man behind Josh Cellars.

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Mastering the Trade: AZEK Exteriors & Mid-Cape Home Centers

A New Take on Tradition On Cape Cod, the most successful homes often strike a careful balance: they honor the…

Special Spaces: A Beach Grows at Olde Homestead Farm

At Olde Homestead Farm in Marstons Mills, between caring for the land and the livestock, they found some time to take a plunge!

Made to Last

Architectural designer Susan McCabe leveraged her years of experience to create a kitchen with all the right ingredients.

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Our feelings of support and gratitude for what the art community contributes to this unique landscape are deep. Therefore, all the content in this year's Cape Cod ART is available for everyone to read!

2026 Artist Profiles

Artist Profile: Elaine Tata

For Elaine Tata, painting has always been rooted in observation—but over time, what she sees has become less about precise…

Artist Profile: Cleber Stecei 

Across a yellow-green marsh at the edge of the wood, a white birdhouse stands alone, reflecting shafts of sunlight. The…

Artist Profile: Matt Carrano

There is a layered quality to Matt Carrano’s work—both literally and conceptually—that reflects not only his materials, but the way…

Artist Profile: Ann Hart

Ann Hart has spent a lifetime observing the natural world, but not simply as a spectator. In her paintings, rabbits…

Artist Profile: Sharon Lieberwirth

From the time she was five years old, Sharon Lieberwirth knew she wanted to make art. She was the child…

Artist Profile: David Phillips

As a child growing up in Flint, Michigan, David Phillips always looked forward to the annual visit of the oil…

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Hometown Heroes

Ollie and Star are all paws in when it comes to doing good in our community.

Retail Retrievers

Regional retailers share the joys of having pups on the payroll.

Doggie Influencers

Three insiders share their tips and tricks for making the most of your time on Cape Cod.

Travel Hounds

Hit the road with ease—these companies make traveling to the Cape & Islands an experience worth barking about.