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Online Exclusive: From Four Friends to Founders

Peter Nelson, Ollie Cheever, Harrison Hill, and Ben Carbeau originally became friends in seventh grade in Concord, Massachusetts but then went their separate ways for high school and college—sharing summers together on Cape Cod is what kept their longstanding friendship alive. Despite being barely old enough to legally drink, four middle-school best friends have become co-founders of their very own hard iced-tea brand that’s inspired by their memories on Cape Cod. “We started out just...

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For the Love of Oysters

Enjoying a fresh oyster is like diving into the ocean on a hot summer’s day. The shores of Barnstable Harbor are where I discovered my love for oysters. When people think of Cape Cod, Wellfleet’s ultra-briny oysters might come to mind, but tucked away deep inside the waterways of Barnstable Harbor, throughout the Great Salt Marsh and Sandy Neck Beach, local fisherman farm over 90 acres and millions of oysters every year. Their flavor is...

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Notable Neighbors

Get to know these members of our community whose talents and achievements have caught our eye.

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Gunk’holing: Turning Back Time

To your right is the Publisher’s Note from the very first issue of Cape Cod LIFE from June 1979. We…

Photo Portfolio: Bob Amaral

Throughout every season, photographer Bob Amaral’s love for Cape Cod & its cherished landscapes, is abundantly evident.

Well Said.

Meet one of the most prominent speechwriters of our time, & President Barak Obama’s longest-serving speechwriter, fellow Cape Codder Terry Szuplat.

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Metamorphosis on the Vineyard Lagoon

Polhemus Savery DaSilva puts the focus on family and relaxation for homeowners with a clear vision.

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Approachable Interiors

Two sisters turn their passions into purpose with their inimitable and sustainable home decor shop.

Making New History

Builder C.H. Newton and architect Paul Weber collaborate on a historic home with a bright future.

Shorethings: Ecodecor

If These Walls Could Talk …they would be the life of the party. For decades, perhaps centuries really, innovation in…

Seaside Bridal Couture

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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!

2024 Artist Profiles

Artist Profile: Paul Batch

If Paul Batch’s paintings were compiled into a slide show, sitting in the dark, as the saturated tonal hues of…

Artist Profile: Linda Ryder

There’s a quote often attributed to George Eliot that says, “It’s never too late to be what you might have…

Artist Profiles: Process and Perspective

Profiles of 25 local artists including 4 emerging artists.

Artist Profile: Mary Nolan

In the world of the chicken or egg question, is it an artful life or a life lived with art?…

Artist Profile: Jeff Adams

Although Jeff Adams has been creating ceramic works of art for decades, in the last four years he has focused…

Artist Profile: Steve Bowersock

“The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.”  – Aristotle People…

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In honor of our inaugural annual issue of Cape Cod DOG, this year's issue is available for all to read!

Who Rescued Who?

The MSPCA and the Animal Rescue League are finding loving homes for animals in need.

It’s all Paws-sible

Del Mar offers several high-end, dog-friendly properties all over Cape Cod so that you and your pet can enjoy vacation together.

When Cape Cod Dogs Lived Differently

Cape journalist and blogger reflects on times gone by with his free-spirited furry friend.

A Dashing Day of Fun

Cape Cod Doxie Day celebrates their Sweet 16!