The Coop Foundation Awards Second Round of Covid-19 Relief Funds

June 29, 2020 (Hyannis, MA) – The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod Charitable Foundation Trust is pleased to announce the distribution of a second round of microgrants for nonprofits who are serving COVID-19 related needs or whose clients are experiencing hardships caused by the pandemic. Grants have been awarded to the following organizations: ALS Family Charitable Foundation – $2,000 for their Respite Care Program, which...

Highfield Hall & Gardens to continue our Farm to Table Outdoor Summer Culinary Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: June 30, 2020 CONTACT: Lisa Walker, Co -Executive Director 508-495-1878 ext. 311; lwalker@highfieldhall.org Highfield Hall & Gardens to continue our Farm to Table Outdoor Summer Culinary Program Wednesday July 8, 2020 (Falmouth, Massachusetts): Highfield Hall & Gardens is pleased to announce our culinary programs are now happening outdoors on the back porch. Current health concerns are top of mind...

Highfield Hall & Gardens to introduce Women in Theater

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: June 23, 2020 CONTACT: Lisa Walker, Co -Executive Director 508-495-1878 ext. 311; lwalker@highfieldhall.org Highfield Hall & Gardens to introduce Women in Theater Presented Remotely by Beth Burrier, Associate Artistic Director of The College Light Opera Company, June 30, 2020, 5:30 pm   (Falmouth, Massachusetts): Highfield Hall & Gardens is pleased to announce the first “On the CLOC Talk”,...

Next Phase of Business Reopening Webinar

Margaret LaForest, the regional representative to the Cape for Mass. Office of Business Development – a division of the Executive Office of Economic Development & Housing, answers your questions about Phase 2.2 and Phase 3 reopening protocols. When: Wednesday, June 24, 2020 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM   REGISTER HERE.

SCORE Cape Cod and the Islands is hosting a two-part webinar on eCommerce.

SCORE Cape Cod and the Islands is hosting a two-part webinar on eCommerce. eCommerce – Opening Your Store Whether you’re a local business looking to expand by offering your products online, or your business is Internet only, these webinars are for you. This two-part series on eCommerce covers the fundamentals of building your online store and attracting customers. In the opening 60-minute webinar you’ll get a grounding in...

Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival: A Summer Garden Celebration

Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival A Summer Garden Celebration July 10-19, 2020 Reasons to Celebrate! For Immediate Release (June 12, 2020) – The Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce has announced at least 25 gardens will open for touring to benefit eight local non-profits during the 2020 Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival. Now in its sixth year, the event runs rain or shine for ten days starting on Friday, July 10th in 2020 through Sunday, July...

The Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod to Host Their Annual Gala Online This Year! June 25th!

The Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod to Host Their Annual Gala Online This Year! June 25th! The Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod invites you to join them in Celebrating the youth of Cape Cod at their 23rd Annual Gala – ONLINE! on Thursday, June 25, 2020 From 6:00-7:30 PM. For the first time ever, this event will be held “IN THE CLOUD” via ZOOM. The Boys & Girls Club will be honoring their 2020 Youth of the...

Duval Patrick to host town hall on the Pandemic and Police

On Tuesday, June 16, at 5:00 p.m., CommonWealth will host a virtual town hall with former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick. The Pandemic and the Police: A Conversation About a Moment of Profound Change in America Tuesday, June 16 at 5:00PM Former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick will host a live discussion on the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of color, as well as the systemic racism and violence against...

The Coop Foundation Awards $84,500 in Grants, Covid-19 Relief Funds

The Coop Foundation Awards $84,500 in Grants, Covid-19 Relief Funds May 28, 2020 (Hyannis, MA) – The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod Charitable Foundation Trust is pleased to announce the distribution of more than $84,000 in grants to local organizations, including $17,500 in relief funds for those impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. “As Cape Codders, we’ve weathered many storms over the years, but perhaps none as...

Boys and Girls Club Neighborhood Initiative to Help Kids Through the Lockdown and Encourage Fitness

KEEP THEM HOPPING! A BOYS & GIRLS CLUB NEIGHBORHOOD INITIATIVE TO HELP KIDS THROUGH THE LOCKDOWN AND ENCOURAGE FITNESS The Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod is sponsoring a Cape-wide event to help cheer kids up while they are at home, get them out to enjoy the spring weather, and encourage fitness!  It’s called KEEP THEM HOPPING! All homeowners  on Cape Cod have to do to brighten the day of our Cape Cod kids is get out there and...

SBA and Treasury Release Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application

SBA and Treasury Release Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application Release Date: Friday, May 15, 2020 Release Number: 20-41 Contact: press_office@sba.gov Washington—Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application and detailed instructions for the application. The form and instructions...

Reopening Massachusetts: Baker-Polito Administration Initiates Transition to First Phase of Four-Phase Approach

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 18, 2020 CONTACT Sarah Finlaw sarah.finlaw@state.ma.us Reopening Massachusetts: Baker-Polito Administration Initiates Transition to First Phase of Four-Phase Approach Public health data, key metrics established to track real-time progress, determine advancement to future phases while mandatory workplace safety standards, sector-specific guidance issued to all Phase 1 industries, businesses, customers and...

Phase 1 Reopening Details for Massachusetts Businesses

Governor Charlie Baker announced the following industry sectors may open, with guidance, in Phase I on the following dates: May 18 – Travel: all travelers to MA urged to self-quarantine for 14 days. Lodging restricted to essential workers only *Restaurant & Hospitality workgroup convened May 15 to develop procedures for reopening May 18 – Houses of Worship May 18 – Essential Business: Manufacturing Construction May 18 – Hospitals...

CapeSpace are offering “Shift Worry into Opportunity” webinar

CapeSpace are offering “Shift Worry into Opportunity” webinar Many people feel as though they are on a gigantic, never-ending roller coaster. Do you just want off of this ride so you can start taking action? Join Helen Kosinski, Professional Certified Coach, for this Lunch & Learn Webinar as she talks about how you can shift worry into opportunity. Proceeds will benefit the MSPCA. When: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 from...

Is your business really ready for the SURGE?

Is your business really ready for the SURGE? Over 100 business owners on the last ZOOM training… Don’t miss out. I will be training again on Wednesday, 5/13 at 12 PM EST… for free. Register here https://bit.ly/surgeinvite Learn how to modernize your business for the “new normal.” No-Cost Workshop – You will learn: The new model of doing business that doesn’t require a lot of time or technology...

Highfield Hall & Gardens presents Looking Up, an environmental science lecture series through 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   DATE: May 5, 2020 CONTACT: Lisa Walker, Executive Co-Director 508-495-1878 ext. 311; lwalker@highfieldhall.org   Highfield Hall & Gardens presents Looking Up, an environmental science lecture series through 2020   (Falmouth, Massachusetts): Highfield Hall & Gardens is pleased to announce the next talk in the series Looking Up. Highfield Hall began the year 2020, welcoming the Cape Cod...

Spring Pops Up in Colorful Sculpture at Cahoon Museum Drive-by Show

Spring Pops Up in Colorful Sculpture at Cahoon Museum Drive-by Show The Cahoon Museum of American Art announces a new drive-by exhibition, Garden Grove, featuring colorful sculpture by Cape artist Alfred Glover. The exhibition is part of the Museum’s ongoing Streetside series and remains on view throughout the year. Garden Grove consists of a series of whimsical “trees” with giant ginkgo and philodendron leaves that are inhabited by...

Highfield Hall & Gardens to introduce the Spring Culinary Series, Out of the Pantry Cooking

DATE: April 29, 2020 CONTACT: Lisa Walker, Executive Co-Director 508-495-1878 ext. 311; lwalker@highfieldhall.org   Highfield Hall & Gardens to introduce the Spring Culinary Series, Out of the Pantry Cooking Fridays in May 2020, from 11 am -12 pm (Falmouth, Massachusetts) Highfield Hall & Gardens takes the Highfield kitchen straight into your home via real-time ZOOM classes. Without missing a beat, Culinary Director Gail...

Webinar: Options for Businesses During a Downturn

Options for Businesses During a Downturn Furloughs, WorkShare, Layoffs & PUA When: Thursday, April 30, 2020 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, Coastal Community Capital and Cape & Islands Workforce Development Board present “Options for Businesses During a Downturn” Webinar.  Learn more about Furloughs, WorkShare, Layoffs and the new Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) for self-employed /1099 / gig...

Paycheck Protection Program Resumes Today

Paycheck Protection Program Resumes Today The Small Business Administration will resume accepting PPP loan applications on Monday, April 27 at 10:30 AM EDT from approved lenders on behalf of any eligible borrower. This will ensure that SBA has properly coded the system to account for changes made by the legislation. Read more > SBA’s Virtual Events: Tuesday, 4/28/20 at 1pm Marketing Advice to Combat an Economic Downturn...

Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod Live On- Line Programming for April 27 to May 3

The Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod continues to provide live online video programming until the local schools re-open.   “The staff  is producing at least 2 live programs a day to keep kids connected to the Boys & Girls Club through live online meetings – giving them an outlet at the end of the virtual school day to do something fun and to connect with familiar faces and routines.”   The Club offering a variety of...

Contract Webinar Registration with SCORE of Cape Cod

All businesses have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. The SCORE Cape Cod and Islands Chapter is hosting an important webinar on Friday, April 24, at 10:00 a.m. to address one aspect of these effects. Gene Curry, an attorney based here on Cape Cod, will discuss rights and responsibilities that may arise under contracts as a result of the pandemic. The discussion will include possible rights and remedies in the face of...

Annual Town Election Date Changed to June 23, 2020 7 am until 8 pm

Annual Town Election Date Changed to June 23, 2020 7 am until 8 pm at the Quashnet School Special and Annual Town Meeting June 15, 2020 7 pm at Mashpee High School Watch Town Manager’s Video Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNa2hwd3mj8

Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod On- Line Programming for April 20 to April 24

Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod On- Line Programming for April 20 to April 24 The Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod continues to provide live online video programming until the local schools re-open, so staff and kids can meet as usual when virtual school gets out. “Keeping kids connected emotionally and through live virtual meetings with familiar faces and routines is one way we can help them through what is a very trying time” the...

Three new art exhibitions online

To give you a sense of what you can experience when the Cahoon Museum reopen, we are excited to share the three new art exhibitions with you virtually on their new website. You will find images, information about the artists, special research, links, videos and more. Please join the Cahoon Museum on facebook and Instagram to stay connected, receive museum updates, learn more about the collection, and enjoy a few surprises as well. We...

Families First Coronavirus Response Act Compliance for the Hospitality Industry and Small Businesses

Families First Coronavirus Response Act Compliance for the Hospitality Industry and Small Businesses Hear from the United States Department Of Labor regarding FFCRA Compliance and Enforcement and have your questions ready to be answered! As most United States employers are aware, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) became effective on April 1, 2020 and will remain in effect until December 31, 2020. On April 1,...

Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod Virtual Easter Egg Hunt

The Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod Invites the Community to Join in an Egg-citing Virtual Easter Egg Hunt! Because the Easter egg hunts have been canceled, the Boys & Girls Club Of Cape Cod wanted to do something Egg-stra Special for kids this week, so they are planning what they hope will turn into a Cape-wide virtual Easter Egg Hunt. They are calling on all businesses, families, friends, everyone! – to color, or paint,...

SCORE Webinar Workshop – 4 Pillars of an Effective Website

Webinar – 4 Pillars of an Effective Website: Web veteran Dale Shadbegian leads a discussion of the best elements of a website in four parts – strategy, best practices, creativity and sanity check. Participants should garner research based tips on how to get the most out of their website. Friday, April 3, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM EDT Register here.

Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod Live Programming via Zoom

LIVE PROGRAMMING STARTS! Sadly, we are now closed through May 3 – but LIVE PROGRAMMING STARTS at 4 pm every week day now – so staff and kids can continue to meet when school (at home!) gets out! We have put together a variety of virtual programs, both live and pre-recorded, for our members to join into. Live programs will be offered via Zoom, which allows us to limit contact to the group, with no private interactions...

Mashpee Fitness Virtual Classes & Training

We are all faced with unique challenges during this unprecedented Covid-19 health emergency. Now it is more important than ever to focus on our health. Although we aren’t ready to re-open our doors, we are ready to open a window and offer our class schedule and personal training online. Last week we filmed a few classes and posted them to YouTube and Facebook but that just isn’t enough. We know the importance of routine and community...

Local Restaurants Offering Takeout and Delivery Services

Visit our Coronavirus Updates page for a full list of local restaurants offering takeout and delivery services during the mandated closures.

SCORE Cape Cod & the Islands’ Plans for Helping Businesses During the Coronavirus Threat

SCORE Cape Cod & the Islands: Our plans for helping businesses during the coronavirus threat The success of small businesses and nonprofits here on Cape Cod & the Islands is vitally important to us. With all the recent news and concerns over the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), SCORE Cape Cod & the Islands, like so many other local organizations, is putting in place measures to ensure the health of our small business members,...

COVID-19 Update

COVID-19 concerns are high across our community. While we encourage everyone to practice CDC recommended precautions, we would also encourage people to remain calm and collected. Per the discression of our host and executive board of directors, our March 26th Business After Hours is postponed to a later day. The new date will be announced once confirmed.

WE CAN Spring Program Offerings

WE CAN Spring Program Offerings Maximizing LinkedIn for your Business At Lower Cape Outreach Council Saturday, March 14, 9:30 – 11:00 AM in Orleans Learn about a profile and a company page Get comfortable using LinkedIn for Business Learn how to use LinkedIn groups How to use LinkedIn for brand awareness, strategic networking, and publishing To Register: marina@wecancenter.org Link to Detailed Flyer Lower Cape Outreach Council...

Cahoon Museum of American Art Opens for the Season

The Cahoon Museum of American Art in Cotuit, MA announces the opening of its exhibition season on Tuesday, March 17th. The Museum is offering eight changing exhibitions that include artworks dating from 19th century American scrimshaw through contemporary art, with a full range of fine art and craft media represented. The season kicks off with three featured exhibitions. Modern Mix includes a selection of artwork from the collections...

Brunch at 95 Shore Every Sunday

Willowbend Job Fair

Willowbend Job Fair Saturday, April 18 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Does it make you happy to make others happy? Do you have a commitment to quality? Is it important for you to feel accomplished at the end of the day? Grille Room (Front of the House) Servers Bussers Host/Hostess Catering Event Associates Golf Course Maintenance Building Maintenance Housekeeping Life Guards Camp Counselors Fitness Receptionist...

Announcing “A Day of Words, Wit and Wisdom”

Announcing WE CAN’s A Day of Words, Wit, and Wisdom. Save the Date! WE CAN’s 16th Annual “A Day of Words, Wit and Wisdom” (W3) will take place on Thursday, June 4, 2020 from 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM at the Wychmere Beach Club in Harwich Port. Watch for an email in March announcing the W3 authors, WE CAN’s Woman of the Year for 2020, and details about ticket sales! Come be entertained, energized and...

Sunday Brunch at 95 Shore

Sunday Brunch at 95 Shore Each Sunday, beginning January 12th, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, enjoy a sweet and savory four-course brunch designed by Executive Chef Mark Porcaro, with live music! Featured Vocalist: Colleen Marshall $25 Adults • 5 & Under, Free Reserve: 508-539-8256 Not Including Tax & Service Charge Member Discount Will Be Applied Separate Menu for 5 &...

Drop-in Night, First Tuesday of Every Month

Mashpee’s Substance Use Drop-in Night Meets the First Tuesday of Every Month. Providing substance use information, education, and treatment resources options from local organizations. If you, or someone you know, needs help or wants information, please stop by! All are welcome, no RSVP required. When: The first Tuesday of each month from 4 to 6 pm. Update: Beginning April, Drop-in Night will be held at the Community Health...