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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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One Wag At A Time

Not all heroes wear capes. Some have wagging tails and wet noses. And Hearts and Paws Comfort Dogs (HPCD) is a nonprofit organization with several of them—all dedicated to delivering and spreading joy.  The idea of the group was formed in 2021 around a dining table that sat a few people, all with the single-minded purpose of wanting to spread unconditional love. This group of passionate dog lovers came together and created a nonprofit organization...

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The Cape House

Three unique Cape rentals where you and your loved ones can create memories that will endure.

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Pursuit of Perfect Picks

A local thrifter with a discerning eye shares insight into why secondhand shopping is more than a trend.

Gunk’holing: “I’ll be down in a minute”

One of my favorite Publisher’s Notes (it wasn’t called Gunk’holing yet) from the early days appeared in Indian Summer ’81.…

Photo Portfolio: Kat Hanafin

Seascape photographer and gallery owner Kat Hanafin beautifully captures her passion for her hometown coastline through her lens.

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Pretty In Pink (and Blue and White)

Nina Mayfield showcases color through use of intricate patterns and rich textures, creating a perfect retreat by the sea in Hyannis Port.

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Shades of the Sea

On the harbor in Nantucket, Nina Liddle’s project is a truly serene escape. A soft color palette makes for a home that’s as inviting as it is visually stunning.

Over the Rainbow

Maria Hickey lends her creative spirit to design a very personal garden in Sippewissett bursting with colors.

Mastering the Trade: Mid-Cape Home Centers

Mid-Cape Home Centers and Marvin Windows: A Partnership Built On Excellence.

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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: Whitney Alexanderson Heavey

If you were to close your eyes and someone were to utter the words ‘Daydream’, ‘Summer Surf’, ‘Drift’ and ‘Running…

Artist Profile: Paul Norwood

Merriam-Webster defines frame of reference as a set of ideas, conditions, or assumptions that determine how something will be approached,…

Artist Profile: Miriam Voros

When Miriam Voros was growing up in Germany and her parents would plan their family vacations, she used to inquire,…

Artist Profile: Tom Odell

Tom Odell’s most recent public artwork, Wind Dance, has the natural effect of oxidation which behaves in some ways like…

Artist Profile: Steve Bowersock

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

Artist Profile: Tom Ouellette

Tom Ouellette’s paintings seem to emerge from a time long ago, an era where modern conveniences weren’t even taking shape…

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An Artist’s Assistant

With her trusty Golden Retriever by her side, there is nothing artist Meredith Hanson cannot create.

One Wag At A Time

Thanks to their team of dedicated volunteers (of human and canine kind), Hearts and Paws Comfort Dogs is bringing pawsitivity to our community.

Not Ruffin’ It

These accommodations across the Cape & Islands are ready to pamper you and your pup on your next getaway.

A Doggone Good Day

The Daffy Dog Parade, an annual event hosted by the Nantucket Chamber of Commerce in partnership with NiSHA, is a tail-wagging good time.