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"Nuances" by Michele Harvey and "Moods of Nature" by Anne Peretz

Exhibits/Galleries Reception 7 p.m. Friday, July 30. 508-487-1052. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. through Aug. 12, Rice/Polak Gallery, 430 Commercial St. Provincetown.

"Olde Cape Cod," new works by Rebecca Brown PHOTOGRAPHER, with vintage photographs by James McLaughlin

Exhibits/Galleries Featuring photographs documenting classic Cape Cod dune shacks and motels by Rebecca Brown PHOTOGRAPHER, as well as a series of vintage photographs recently printed, which were found and purchased by Rebecca at an estate sale. James McLaughlin was a member of several camera clubs in the 40's and 50's, and these images are being shown publicly for the first time at Rebecca Brown PHOTOGRAPHER Studio. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: Yarmouth Port. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: free. Reservations: n/a. Phone: 508-362-2779. Email: rebecca@rebeccabrownphoto.com. Directions: Route 6A near the Dennis town line. Take exit 8 or 9 to Route 6A. From exit 9 head toward Yarmouth, from exit 8, head toward Dennis on Route 6A. 939 Route 6A. The building is grey, and sits perpendicular to the street. Across from Oliver's Restaurant. Turn right into parking lot, and it is the second unit in, Suite B. Venue website: www.rebeccabrownphoto.com. Artist/event website: www.rebeccabrownphoto.com. Friday, July 30, 2010. through Sept. 6, Rebecca Brown PHOTOGRAPHER Studio 939 Route 6A, Suite B, Yarmouthport.

Art show

Exhibits/Galleries "Humor, Seriouslsy," recent collage and constructions by Varujan Boghosian; "Early Impressions: Pencil and Ink Drawings" by Edward Hopper (1880-1967); and "Three In One," The Monument Series, plus recent paintings and pencil and ink drawings by Paul Resika. 508-487-6411. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. through Aug. 15, Berta Walker Gallery, 208 Bradford St. Provincetown.

Food, drink and chat with Eric Holch

Exhibits/Galleries Town: Nantucket. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. 6-8 p.m. Nantucket Artworks, 15 Center St.

APA Summer Classes

Classes/Workshops Academy of Performing Arts celebrating 35 years of Summer Classes and Workshops in Dance, Musical Theatre, Music for ages 5 +. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Community. Cost: $15 up. Reservations: yes. Phone: 508-255-5510. Directions: 5 Giddiah Hill Rd. off 6A or Rte. 28. Artist/event website: www.apacape.org. Friday, July 30, 2010. 5 Giddiah Hill Rd. Orleans, MA.

Canoe Adventure: Ranger's Choice

Trips / Tours These canoe trips offer a variety of scenic adventures. Time varies each week to take advantage of cool mornings, colorful sunsets, or the light of the moon. Trips may require strong paddling experience, and may include a kike. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $20 per adult, $14 per child. Reservations: Reservations Required. Phone: 508-487-1256. Directions: Call for meeting time and location. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore Locations vary.

Hands on Discovery Cruises

Trips / Tours Our daily 90 minute discover cruises depart from Woods Hole at 10 a.m. 12, 2 and 4 p.m. M-F Sat 12 & 2 although walk ups are accepted we ask you please make a reservation. $22 for adults and teens, $17 Children ages 5-12, $5 children 4 and under. 508-385-7656. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Village: Woods Hole. Category: Community. Email: Info@Oceanquest.org. Ticket Phone: 508-385-7656. Artist/event website: www.oceanquest.org. Friday, July 30, 2010. Waterfront Park, Water St.Woods Hole.

Provincetown Harbor Cruise

Trips / Tours 12:00/2:00/4:00 and Sunset Cruise Daily. Cruise on the classic vessel the R&R while viewing the sites of Provincetwon Harbors lighthouses, coastal beauty, and seals basking in the sun. The R&R boasts two large decks with ample seating, spacious interiors all while enjoying light fare and your beverage of choice. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Community. Reservations: Reservations recommended. Phone: 774-392-4068. Email: info@ryanmarineinc.com. Friday, July 30, 2010.

Explore Your Park

Nature Activities Join a ranger for a longer hike or canoe adventure and discover some of the lesser known areas of the Outer Cape. Trips may required strong hiking or paddling experience. Call to register up to 7 days in advance. Times and location vary. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: canoe trips require fee. Reservations: Reservations Required. Phone: 508-487-1256. Directions: Call for meeting location. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore Locations vary.

Seasonal Hyannis Walk

Hikes/Walks Runs daily through Nov. 20. This seasonal walk route includes the JFK Museum, the Cape Cod Melody Tent and the Kennedy Family Compound. The walk route passes through Veterans Park, home of the JFK and Korean War Memorials and overlooks Hyannis Harbor. Ask for the walk box at the Heritage House Motel front desk. The walk route is 10Km (6.2 miles). The trail is rated easy, suitable for strollers but not for wheelchairs. Leashed pets are welcome but clean-up laws apply. This walk is sponsored by the Walk'n Mass Volkssport club. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: free. Phone: 800-352-7189. Email: PMDwalks@aol.com. Friday, July 30, 2010. Heritage House Motel, 259 Main St, Hyannis.

Narcotics Anonymous

AA Meetings For meetings in New England area visit www.newenglandna.org. Helpline: 866-NAHELPU or 866-624-3578. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010. Cape Cod Area P.O. Box 684 Hyannis, MA 02601.

By the Bay Fine Arts & Craft Show

Sales 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 30-31, and 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010. Drummer Boy Field, Route 6A, Brewster.

68th Hyannis Yacht Club Regatta

Etc. Over 250 boats racing in 8 race areas in Lewis Bay, Hyannisport Harbor and beyond Hyannis breakwater. Can be viewed from beach, harbor cruise lines or various ferry services. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Cost: None. Friday, July 30, 2010 – Sunday, August 1, 2010. Hyannis Yacht Club, 490 Ocean St. Hyannis.

Public skating

Etc. Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 3-4:40 p.m.; Saturday 2:10-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.; Sunday 2:10-4 p.m. $7, $5 students; $5 skate rentals; $5 sharpening. 508-790-6345 Also, Rock Night, 7-9 p.m. Fridays, for kids in grades 3-7, $5 admission. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010. Hyannis Youth & Community Center, 141 Bassett Lane.

Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary

Museums Nature center/trail open daily, dawn until dusk. Ponds, vernal pools, buttonbush swamp, salt marsh, and other habitats in a 110-acre sanctuary. Along trails are groves of tupelo, holly and spruce trees. Large oak trees, along with red maple, interspersed throughout property. Trails easy to walk with gentle slopes along mowed grass paths ending with views of Barnstable Harbor. Programs and activities offered. $4, $3 seniors and children age 3-12. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Cummaquid. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-362-7475. Friday, July 30, 2010. 345 Bone Hill Road, Barnstable.

The Porter Thermometer Museum

Museums Almost always open. Display of more than 4,800 antique, rare and art-deco devices; traveling thermometer-history lecture geared for all ages. Listed in Guinness World Records. Region: Upper Cape. Village: Onset. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-295-5504. Email: thermometerman@aol.com. Friday, July 30, 2010. 49 Zarahemla Road, Onset.

Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish

Blues 508-778-4188. Village: Hyannis. Town: Barnstable. Region: Mid Cape. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. 9:30 p.m. Harry's Blues Bar, 700 Main St. Hyannis.

DJ Cizzle

DJs 508-778-6515. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. 10 p.m. Five Eighty Six Bistro & Bar, 586 Main St. Hyannis.

Noel Henry Showband

Irish 508-771-0100. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: West Yarmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. Irish Village Restaurant and Pub, 512 Main St. West Yarmouth.

Billy Marcus

Piano 508-432-0253. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Harwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. Bishop's Terrace, 108 Route 28, West Harwich.

Paul McWilliams

Piano 508-775-2386. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. 7-10 p.m. Roadhouse Cafe, 488 South St. Hyannis.

57 Heavy

Pop/Rock 508-771-1776. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. British Beer Company, 412 Main St. Hyannis.

Dirty Situation

Pop/Rock 508-833-9590. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. British Beer Company, 46 Route 6A, Sandwich.

Jackson Wetherbee Band

Pop/Rock 508-540-9600. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. British Beer Company, 263 Grand Ave. Falmouth.

Paul and Thorie

Pop/Rock 508-362-2355. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010. 5-7 p.m. The Barnstable Restaurant and Tavern, 3176 Main St. (Route 6A).

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous

AA Meetings Meeting. Information: 508-693-7621. Town: Marthas Vineyard. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:30 AM. First Baptist Church - Parish House, 66 William St. Vineyard Haven.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous

AA Meetings Meeting. Information: 508-295-8539. Region: Upper Cape. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:00 AM. Church of the Good Shepherd, 74 High St. lower rear, Wareham.

The Creative Arts Workshop at Falmouth Academy, July 5 - August 6

Classes/Workshops These classes are designed for children 7 to 12 years old. Each week features 4 workshops; students may choose one. The daily schedule: 8:15 - 9:00 a.m. - early arrivals check-in 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. - workshops 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - group fun 12:15 - 12:30 p.m. - pick-up The Creative Arts Workshops offer children a unique opportunity to explore a particular subject of interest while enjoying the company of new friends. The faculty are dynamic professional artists who have experience in teaching their area of expertise. Along with the chosen workshop, students will have the opportunity to participate in the week’s group project, enjoy snacks and talks with other students and play active games in the gym and outdoors to unwind at the end of the morning. Some workshops include: Stick-Style Houses; Treasure Boxes; Landscape: ANsel Adams, Grant Wood, and Georgia O'Keeffe; Gnome Homes; Broadway Kids; Drawing and Painting; Advanced Acting; and Me Totems. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Community. Cost: Tuition is $235 each week with a $20 one-time registration fee. Registration: To register please visit the Falmouth Academy Web site at www.falmouthacademy.org or call 508-457-9696, ext. 307. Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:15 AM – 12:15 PM. Falmouth Academy 7 Highfield Drive Falmouth, MA 02540.

Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

Nature Activities Wellfleet Bay’s 1,100 acres of salt marsh, sandy beach, pine woodland, freshwater pond, and rare heathland attract a wide array of wildlife, especially songbirds and shorebirds. Discover the true nature of Cape Cod as you amble along the five miles of trails that traverse these habitats. The scenic trails are complemented by the Nature Center’s green architecture, our friendly volunteers, and a beautiful butterfly and hummingbird garden. A variety of educational programs for children and adults, including walks, workshops, and cruises, are offered both on the sanctuary and at other pristine locations on Cape Cod. Enjoy a naturalist-led bird walk on our property or listen to an evening lecture. Participate in hands-on activities aboard our Cape Cod Bay Marine Life Cruise for families. Observe seals, shorebirds and other wildlife on guided tours of Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge and the Cape Cod National Seashore. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $5 non-members, Free for members of Mass Audubon. Phone: 508-349-2615. Artist/event website: www.massaudubon.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. 291 Route 6 South Wellfleet, MA 02663.

Art Show by Eastham Painters' Guild

Exhibits/Galleries Eastham Painters Guild is a juried organization of painters working in oils, watercolors, acrylics or pastels. It is Cape Cod's largest Outdoor Fine Arts Gallery. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Directions: Our show is located at the lawn of the School House Museum directly across from the Salt Pond Visitors' Center on Nauset Road in Eastham. Artist/event website: www.easthampaintersguild.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM. Lawn of the School House Museum, across from National Seashore's Salt Pond Visitor Center in Eastham, Rt 6.

Oils by Laurie Balliett

Exhibits/Galleries 508-240-2406. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Cost: Free. Directions: Main Street and Rte 28 intersection across from Snow Library. Phone: 508.240.2406. Artist/event website: http://www.artsfoundation.org/profiles/759-laurie-balliett. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM. through July 31, Rockland Trust, 70 Main St. Orleans.

Art Day-Camp for Kids

Kids' Activities Six weeks of Summer Arts for kids ages 8-12 (or so). Register for one or more. All camps are Monday-Friday. Snack included. Writing/Poetry: July 12-16. Arts and Crafts: July 19-23. Photography: July 26-30. Jewelry-making: August 2-6. Scrapbooking: August 9-13. Creative Arts: August 16-20. These camps cost $100 per week. Tuition for additional weeks is discounted by 10%. Call 508-394-7100 to register or download a form from www.cultural-center.org. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main St. South Yarmouth.

Kids Creat Camp

Kids' Activities Kids Create Camp / Monday, Wednesday,& Friday 9am-noon Grades K-6th Kids LOVE Kids Create Camp! Students are given the opportunity to explore creativity and learn skills using watercolors, acrylics, pastels, clay, fiber-art, found art, acting, music, movement and their own incredible imaginations! They will learn about landscapes, portraits, abstract art, crafts and art history. Each class generally covers 1-3 projects and students bring home projects as they’re finished. All supplies and a snack are included. Students may come all three days throughout the summer or drop in when convenient. We HIGHLY recommend you register beforehand as space is limited and fills up quickly. $40 drop in or $105 for Mon/Wed/Fri. Please have kids wear comfortable ‘play’ clothes. For more information and to register call 508-292-1417 or email info@threefishandaram.com Facilitated by Center Staff. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Mashpee. Category: Community. Cost: $40 drop in $105 for Mon/Wed/Fri. Reservations: Best to call ahead to reserve your space 508-477-2788. Phone: 508-477-2788. Email: info@threefishandaram.com. Directions: Stop & Shop side of Mashpee Commons, next to Zoes Pizza, across from Woodruffs Art Center. Artist/event website: www.threefishandaram.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Three Fish & a Ram Community Art Center 36 Bates Rd Mashpee Commons.

The Children's Culinary Academy Summer Classes

Kids' Activities Fun filled summer cooking and gardening program under the direction of award-winning chef Lisa Holmes. Rake and Bake ages 5 to 9, Green Teens I ages 10 to 13, and Green Teens II, ages 14+. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Community. Cost: $195/week for 5 three-hour classes. Includes food and all supplies. $40 for single 3-hour class. Registration: Required in advance. Phone: 774.392.1711. Email: chef@childrensculinary.com. Directions: Located midway between Gifford Street and Sandwich Road on Brick Kiln Road. Venue website: www.capecodpal.org. Artist/event website: www.childrensculinary.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 279 Brick Kiln Road The Police Athletic League Kitchen Falmouth.

Wetland Family Fun

Kids' Activities Take Route 151 off Mashpee rotary, turn left at lights onto Old Barnstable Road; go 0.6 miles, past Leatherleaf lane, to dirt road on left at bottom of hill. Part of Town of Mashpee Interpretive Nature Tours. 508-539-1400, ext. 540. FREE! Region: Upper Cape. Town: Mashpee. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM. meet at Childs River Conservation Area, Mashpee.

Multisport and Conditioning Clinic Session II (ages 8-16)

Classes/Workshops $99 per session (non-residents pay double). 508-790-6345. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Hyannis Youth and Community Center, 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis.

Nauset Marsh Family Cruise

Trips / Tours Take the family on a cruise through Nauset Marsh aboard a pontoon boat. We’ll get off the boat and explore the tidal flats for crabs and snails, dig for clams and sea worms, and stroll the tide line in search of shells. Seals occasionally seen. Remember your sunscreen and wear shoes you can get wet! Cruises are 2 hours long. Maximum group size: 15 people. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Village: South Wellfleet. Category: Community. Cost: $35 for MAS member; $40 for non-member; $10 less for children ages 12 and under. Reservations: Required. Registration: Please register by phone. Phone: 508-349-2615. Email: wellfleet@massaudubon.org. Artist/event website: http://www.massaudubon.org/wellfleet. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Town Cove, Orleans.

Mudflat Mania

Nature Activities Explore Brewster flats with naturalist. Bring a pail, wear water shoes. $6, $5 seniors, $4 children. 508-896-3867. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM. Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 869 Route 6A, Brewster.

Overeaters Anonymous

AA Meetings Information: 508-428-9848. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Centerville. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM. South Congregational Church, Main Street, Centerville.

Osterville Farmer's Market

Sales 508-428-5861. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Osterville. Category: Community. Artist/event website: www.ostervillefarmersmarket.org. Email: info@ostervillefarmersmarket.org. Cost: Free to the public. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. 155 West Bay Road, Osterville, MA 02655.

Pilgrim Monument Turns 100

Museums The Pilgrim Monument celebrates the 100th Anniversary (1910-2010) of its completion. New exhibit: 100 Views of the Pilgrim Monument on display now through November. Many wonderful events in store throughout the season leading up to the re-dedication of the Pilgrim Monument on August 5th. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $7.00-adults, $5.00-students and seniors, $3.50-children 4-14. Members and children 3 and under free. Artist/event website: www.pilgrim-monument.org. Phone: 508-487-1310. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 1 High Pole Hill Road.

Guild of Chatham Painters show and sale

Exhibits/Galleries Every Thursday and Friday through Labor Day, weather permitting. www.guildofchathampainters.org. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Chatham. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Directions: on the lawn in front of the First Congregational Church,on the corner of Main Street and Old Harbor Road (route 28) at the rotary. Artist/event website: www.guildofchathampainters.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM. First Congregational Church, 560 Main St. Chatham.

Canoeing: Salt Pond Paddle

Trips / Tours Take a leisurely paddle in the protected waters of Salt Pond and nearby area of Nauset Marsh in Eastham to explore the beauty and significance of this awe-inspiring place. Minimum age is 6. Wear shoes (required) that can get wet. Tickets are nonrefundable and may be purchased up to 7 days in advance either in person or by phone. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Community. Cost: $17 per adult, $12 per child. Reservations: Reservations Required. Phone: 508-255-3421. Directions: Nauset Rd, off Route 6, Eastham. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore~ Salt Pond Visitor Center.

Povincetown Walking Tours

Trips / Tours Every Wednesday and Friday, in July and August at 9:30 a.m. the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum will offer a walking tour of historic sights in Provincetown. The Wednesday tour is co-sponsored with the Cape Cod National Seashore. The first tour will take place on July 7 the last tour will be on August 27, 2010. This year participants will be treated to something new: a walking tour and a Museum too! The $10.00 fee for the walking tour includes admission to the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum and as well as the tour. The tour lasts about 1 1/2 hours and includes a variety of sites. While gazing at the spectacular view from the base of the Pilgrim Monument, the tour begins with an overview of Provincetown history that will appeal to all your senses. This year, with the closing of Town Hall, walkers will hear the story of the art colony while viewing Charles Hawthorne’s dramatic painting The Crew of the Philomena Manta in the Museum’s east gallery. The painting is on loan from the Town of… Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Community. Cost: $10, Includes admission to PMPM that day. Reservations: Walk is limited to 20 people, call 508-487-1310 to make a reservation. Phone: 508-487-1310. Artist/event website: www.pilgrim-monument.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum, 1 High Pole Hill Road.

Seashore Ramble

Nature Activities For families with children of all ages - Explore the area where land meets the sea, searching for animals and plants of the tidal flats or salt marsh (depending on the tides). Using nets, small fish traps, and buckets, you will discover the world of crabs, shrimp, and clams. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Village: South Wellfleet. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $5.00 Mass Audubon members; $7.00 Non Members. Reservations: Reservations are required. Registration: Please call to register. Phone: 508-349-2615. Email: wellfleet@massaudubon.org. Directions: Route 6, South Wellfleet - next to Wellfleet Drive In Theater. Ticket Phone: 508-349-2615. Venue website: https://www.massaudubon.org/wellfleet. Artist/event website: https://www.massaudubon.org/wellfleet. Friday, July 30, 2010, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Mass Audubon's Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. For more info visit www.massaudubon.org.

Gallery31 present "New Directions" oil paintings by Tom Eaton

Exhibits/Galleries An artist reception will be held from 5:00PM to 7:00PM on July 31 in the gallery. Public is invited. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508 247 9469. Email: info@gallery31capecod.com. Artist/event website: wwww.gallery31capecod.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – Thursday, August 5, 2010, 5:00 PM. Gallery 31, 31 Main St. Orleans.

"High School Musical Jr.,"

Theater Every Friday and Saturday at 10 a.m. though September 4. $10. 508-255-3075. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Reservations: Suggested. Email: academyplayhouse@apacape.org. Directions: Route 6 to exit 12 right on 6A take next right at lights (Eldredge Parkway) continue through next set of lights(cross route 28) then next right on East Main Street. Playhouse is 300 yards up on the left. Venue website: www.apacape.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM. Academy Playhouse, 120 Main St. Orleans.

Family Program: Junior Lifesavers

Kids' Activities Explore the life of Cape Cod's shoreline heroes through games and activities. Bring some maritime skills back from the past and become a modern "Jr. surfman.". Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Community. Cost: Free, beach fees apply. Phone: 508-487-1256. Directions: Park at Race Point Beach, Provincetowwn and take the short walk to Old Harbor. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Race Point Beach, Provincetown.

Trevor the Juggler

Kids' Activities A fun and engaging show for the whole family, packed with hilarious antics. $7.50. 508-896-5577. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Community. Cost: $7.50. Directions: 1969 Main Street (Rt 6A), Brewster, near the General Store and the intersection of Rt. 124. Venue website: http://www.firstparish-brewster.org/. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM. First Parish Brewster, 1969 Main St. (Route 6A).

Butterflies and Bees

Nature Activities Explore Long Pasture's new Butterfly Mosaic Trail in search of colorful species from Monarchs to Swallowtails and learn about butterfly life cycles, host plants and nectaring flowers. We will also observe feeding caterpillars and developing chrysalides and stop by our observation hive to discover the social life of Honeybees! Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Cummaquid. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Adult Members $6, Non-Members $8; Children $4 and $6. Reservations: Not Required. For more information call Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary at (508) 362-7475 x 9355. Email: longpasture@massaudubon.org. Directions: Cross the Sagamore Bridge onto Cape Cod. From Route 6, take exit 7 to Yarmouth Port. Go north one mile on Willow Street, and take a left onto Route 6A west. Proceed for approximately one mile, then take a right on Bone Hill Road (where you’ll see a large sign for the Harbor Point Restaurant) and a smaller sign for Long Pasture. Follow Bone Hill Road past the upper trail head parking area to the end of Bone Hill Rd and look for a large white Sanctuary sign on your left. Take this driveway to the Visitor Cent… Venue website: http://www.massaudubon.org/Nature_Connection/Sanctuaries/Long_Pasture/index.php. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Meet at the Visitor Center of Mass Audubon's Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary 345 Bone Hill Road Cummaquid, MA 02637. For more info visit www.massaudubon.org.

Coastal Explorer Visits Cape Cod Museum of Nartural History

Nature Activities This is the popular marine science education motor coach. It features marine life videos, preserved specimens, shark and dolphin models, saltwater aquariums and interactive games. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Special Events. Cost: Free with Museum admission. Phone: 508-896-3867. Venue website: www.ccmnh.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Route 6A Brewster, Ma.

Snorkel Adventure

Nature Activities Explore the amazing underwater world of Cape Cod waters and witness a fresh or salt-water ecosystem first-hand. Space is limited, reserve up to one week in advance. Minimum age 10, experienced swimmers only. Region: Lower Cape. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Free, reservations required. Reservations: Reservations Required. Phone: 508-487-1256. Directions: Call for meeting location. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore Locations vary.

Sagamore Hill Hike

Hikes/Walks The hill overlooking Scusset Marsh has a rich history from Indian Council ground to a World War II gun battery. Explore the rich cultural and natural history of this area on this easy to moderate walk. The view from the top of the hill includes a breath-taking vista of Cape Cod Bay. Region: Upper Cape. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Free. Reservations: No. Phone: 508-833-9678. Artist/event website: www.capecodcanal.us. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Trailhead directly across from the fish pier parking lot at Scusset Beach State Reservation.

Artisan fair

Sales This is an artisan fair not to be missed... there will be unique and creative items available from local artisans. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Directions: Marina Park Scranton Ave Falmouth Harbor. Category: Community. Artist/event website: www.falmouthfridays.com. Cost: Free. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Marina Park, Scranton Avenue, Falmouth Harbor.

Christmas in July

Sales Registration: N/A. Reservations: N/A. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Brewster. Directions: Take route 6A (Main Street) in Brewster to the Brewster Town Hall. The Sea Captain's thrift shop is behind the town hall. Category: Community. Phone: 508 896-8180. Cost: Free admission. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Sea Captain's Thrift Shop, off Route 6, behind Brewster Town Hall.

Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center is Open!

Museums Explore the rich history, fascinating features and vigilant operation of the Cape Cod Canal through a variety of interactive displays. Captain a virtual boat ride through the Canal. Encounter a retired patrol boat. Select different radar and camera images of the Canal to locate vessels in the waterway. Investigate what's inside many of the ships that transit the Canal. View films on Canal history, wildlife and wildflowers. Discover the Canal's many recreational opportunities. Or, just relax and soak in the waterfront views from the rocking chairs on our front deck. There's something for all ages. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Venue website: www.capecodcanal.us. Phone: 808-833-9678. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center 60 Ed Moffitt Drive Sandwich, MA 02563.

Chatham to China exhibit at the Atwood House Museum

Museums Region: Lower Cape. Town: Chatham. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5 adults, $3 students. Free to members and children under 12. Venue website: www.chathamhistoricalsociety.org. Phone: (508) 945-2493. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. The Atwood House Museum Home of the Chatham Historical Society 347 Stage Harbor Road Chatham, MA 02633-2229 (508) 945-2493.

Falmouth Museums on the Green

Museums 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesdays – Fridays and 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays. Self guided exhibits on Falmouth’s 19th century whaling history and on the life and times of Katharine Lee Bates, Falmouth-born author of “America the Beautiful.” Guided tours of the 18th century Julia Wood House are given 11 a.m. Tuesday – Saturday. Walking tours of Falmouth’s history on Thursday 10 a.m. weather permitting. Two-acre museum complex includes Colonial gardens, Memorial Park, gift shop and barn activities. Free Admission. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: FREE! Artist/event website: www.FalmouthHistoricalSociety.org. Email: fhs@cape.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 55-65 Palmer Ave. Falmouth.

Osterville Historical Museum

Museums Extensive wooden boat collection, art, furniture and toy collection from 1750-1900’s. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Osterville. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5.00 general public, members & children under 12 are free. Artist/event website: www.ostervillemuseum.org. Phone: (508) 428-5861. Email: ohs@ostervillemuseum.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. 155 West Bay Rd. Osterville, MA 02655.

Zion Union Heritage Museum

Museums Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and noon-4 p.m. Sundays. Mission is to celebrate African-American and Cape Verdean population as well as other ethnic and demographic diversity of the town of Barnstable, Cape Cod and the Islands. Cultural exhibits with artifacts and art, local arts and crafts and opportunities to promote oral, public and local history projects. $5, $2 children. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-790-9466. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 276 North St. Hyannis.

Strokes of Genius Mini Golf

Fundraisers A nine hole mini-golf fundraiser. Each hole is designed by a different artist. On Hyannis Main Street across from Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream. All proceeds benefit The Barnstable Education Foundation. $5. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5 Per Person. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM. Hyannis Main Street across from Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream.

Book Signing to Benefit The Sampson Fund

Author Events Book Signing at Brewster Book Store to Benefit The Sampson Fund - Fri. July 30 from 10 to noon. Brewster Book Store, Rte. 6A, Brewster, is hosting a book signing to benefit The Sampson Fund for Veterinary Care on Friday, July 30 from 10 to noon. People Who Write About Dogs: Susan Meddaugh, author and illustrator of the Martha Speaks series, Art Corriveau, author of How I, Nicky Flynn, Finally Get a Life (and a Dog) and Spencer Quinn, author of the Chet and Bernie mysteries. The owners of Brewster Book Store will donate a portion of all sales at the store during the book signing. For additional information call 508-432-3927 or check the website at www.sampsonfund.org. The Sampson Fund for Veterinary Care is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides financial assistance for critical veterinary care for dogs and cats on Cape Cod. Town: Brewster. Region: Lower Cape. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Brewster Book Store Rte. 6A Brewster, MA.

Shoreline Stroll

Hikes/Walks Explore the various habitats of forest, marsh, dunes, and bay, while discovering how they all work together to create a dynamic coastal barrier system known as the Great Island 'gut.' Meet at the Great Island parking area. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Free. Phone: 508-255-3421. Directions: Meet at the Great Island parking area, Wellfleet. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore~ Great Island, Wellfleet.

Harbor your Arts Artist Shanties

Exhibits/Galleries Daily through Sept. 6. Seven colorful art shanties where local artists work on their craft. www.hyartsdistrict.com, 508-862-4990. FREE! Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: FREE. Phone: 508-862-4990. Email: melissa.hersh@town.barnstable.ma.us. Directions: Hyannis Harbor/Bismore Park, Ocean Street. Artist/event website: www.hyartsdistrict.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Bismore Park, Ocean Street, Hyannis.

Lobster Roll Lunch and Lawn Sale

Community Meals Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Reservations: Yes. Phone: 508-775-0298. Email: infor@federatedchurch.org. Venue website: www.federatedchurch.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. The Federated Church of Hyannis 320 Main Street Hyannis.

Lobster Roll Luncheon

Community Meals Eat in or take out. $10 lobster roll, $6.50 chicken roll, $3 PB&J. Benefits Matakese Chapter No 158 OES. Reservations recommended.508-398-9030. Category: Community. Cost: Lobster Roll $10, Chicken Roll $6.50, PB & J $3.00 all meals include chips, homemade dessert & beverage. Reservations: recommended: (508) 398-1833 or (508) 398-9030 day of luncheon. Phone: (508) 398-9030. Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Howard Masonic Lodge, 20 Davis Road, South Yarmouth.

Lobster Roll Luncheon

Community Meals eat in, take out, or local delivery. Category: Community. Cost: Lobster Roll Luncheon $10.00 Chicken Salad Roll Luncheon $6.50 Peanut Butter and Jelly Luncheon $3.00. Reservations: Prior to Friday 508-394-1833 Fridays 508-398-9030 Only reserves lunch not time. Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Matakese Chapter No 158 Order of the Eastern Star Howard Masonic Lodge 20 Davis Road South Yarmouth, MA 02664.

Reiki Clinic

Clinics Free 15 minute chair treatments. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Bourne. Village: Sagamore. Directions: Conveniently located next to Christmas Tree Shop and Chocolatte. Category: Health. Cost: Free. Artist/event website: www.all4healingwellnesscenter.com. Phone: 508-888-1732. Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. All 4 Healing Wellness Center 23 Cranberry Highway.

Toad Hall at Simmons Homestead Inn

Museums Collection of over 50 classic sport cars; restored, red, and running. www.SimmonsHomesteadInn.com or www.toadhallcars.com. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $8, $4 ages 10-16, children under 10 free with parents. Phone: 508-778-4934. Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 288 Scudder Ave. Hyannisport.

Lobster roll luncheons

Community Meals Every Friday. Cape's longest running lobster roll lunches. Fresh Lobster Rolls with cole slaw, chips, pickles and beverage. Eat in or take out. Free PB&J for kids. $14. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Harwich. Village: Harwich Port. Category: Community. Cost: . Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Christ Episcopal Church, 671 Main St. (Route 28), Harwich Port.

D-Y Duplicate Bridge Club

Bridge Open to all. Category: Community. Phone: 508-394-3377. Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:45 AM. Yarmouth Senior Center 528 Forest Road South Yarmouth.

Scratching the Surface: Recent Works by Melissa Averinos

Exhibits/Galleries Melissa Averinos is a Cape Cod painter, fabric designer, author and shopkeeper. This exhibit, Scratching the Surface, is a series of new paintings that depict Melissa’s memories of growing up in Centerville. Melissa’s recollected landscapes include symbols of her childhood home and the places in Craigville to which she escaped. Textures scratched in candy-colored acrylics hint at the challenges and reveal the complexities of what is often thought of as an innocent and carefree time of life. The collection is tribute to the comfort that can be found in nature and the power of imagination and creativity. $6, $5 seniors and students, free under age 8. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Centerville. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Adults $6.00; Seniors & Students $5.00; Children under 8 and Members Free. Email: melissa@yummygoods.com. Directions: From Rt. 28, turn south on Old Stage Rd or Phinney's Lane to Main Street. Free parking across the street from the museum. Venue website: www.centervillehistoricalmuseum.org. Artist/event website: www.yummygoods.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. through July 31, Centerville Historical Museum 513 Main St. Centerville, MA 02632.

Cribbage

Games Category: Community. Phone: 508-385-5067. Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Dennis Senior Center Route 134 East Dennis.

Centerville Historical Museum

Museums The Centerville Historical Museum is located on historic Main Street in the midst of 19th c. sea captains’ homes. The 13-room museum includes elegantly furnished Victorian rooms, replicas of a Colonial kitchen and a 19th c. school room, displays of period costumes and gowns, maritime and Sandwich glass exhibits, Crowell bird carvings and decoys and much more. Museum shop, free parking and guided tours. Special exhibits for 2010: Centerville’s First Old Home Week 1904, Prominent Main Street Families and Toys from the Attic 1850-1940. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Centerville. Directions: From Rt. 28, south on Old Stage Road or Phinney's Lane to Main Street. Park across the street from the museum. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Adults $6.00, seniors and students $5.00, children under 8 free. Special rates and accommodations available for tour groups. Venue website: www.centervillehistoricalmuseum.org. Phone: 508 775-0331. Email: chsm@centervillehistoricalmuseum.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. 513 Main Street Centerville, MA 02632.

Duplicate bridge

Bridge Region: Upper Cape. Town: Mashpee. Category: Community. Cost: $6, includes snacks and coffee. Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:30 PM. Mashpee Council on Aging 25 Frank E. Hicks Drive Mashpee.

Falmouth Academy Summer Programs: FA Basketball Camp for Girls with Gus Adams

Kids' Activities July 26-30. Campers will work on skill development and team play and take part in three-on-three and five-on-five games. At the end of camp, new skills will be put to the test and prizes will be awarded! Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Community. Cost: $160 + $20 one-time registration fee. Registration: To register please visit the Falmouth Academy Web site at www.falmouthacademy.org or call 508-457-9696, ext. 307. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Falmouth Academy 7 Highfield Drive Falmouth, MA 02540.

Family Nature Programs

Kids' Activities Monday “Look What I Found!” Local Bugs, Slugs and Spiders with Fran Cormier Tuesday Secrets of the Summer Sky with Jarvis Hunt Wednesday Bats: Those Fantastic, Furry, Flexible Flyers alternating with Snakes: Those Silent, Scary, Scaly Slitherers with Irwin Schorr Thursday Turtles: Those Ancient Travelers with Homes on Their Backs with Brianna Shaughnessy Friday The Wondrous World of Whales with Myles Marcus For further information, contact the Museum at 508-896-3867. www.ccmnh.org. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Community. Cost: Free with Museum admission. Directions: From Rte 6 take Exit 9B onto Rte 134 to Rte 6A (3.5 miles). Right on Rte 6A to 869 Rte 6A, Brewster. Venue website: www.ccmnh.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 869 Route 6A, Brewster.

Falmouth Academy Summer Programs: Potter’s Wheel Workshop for Teens and Adults with Sarah Caruso

Classes/Workshops July 26-30. This class focuses on the basics of ceramics and wheel throwing including the mechanics of centering, trimming, and finishing pieces. Those interested will explore altering thrown forms through paddling, faceting, incising, or adding hand-built pieces. Students will learn basic firing and glazing techniques. This is a hands-on, get down-and-dirty course! Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Community. Cost: $190 + $20 one-time registration fee. Registration: To register please visit the Falmouth Academy Web site at www.falmouthacademy.org or call 508-457-9696, ext. 307. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Falmouth Academy 7 Highfield Drive Falmouth, MA 02540.

Family Nature Programs

Nature Activities Monday “Look What I Found!” Local Bugs, Slugs and Spiders with Fran Cormier Tuesday Secrets of the Summer Sky with Jarvis Hunt Wednesday Bats: Those Fantastic, Furry, Flexible Flyers alternating with Snakes: Those Silent, Scary, Scaly Slitherers with Irwin Schorr Thursday Turtles: Those Ancient Travelers with Homes on Their Backs with Brianna Shaughnessy Friday The Wondrous World of Whales with Myles Marcus. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: free with admission. Phone: 508 896-3867. Email: adminsupport@ccmnh.org. Artist/event website: www.ccmnh.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM. Cape Cod Museum of Natural History 869 Route 6A, Brewster.

Bridge

Bridge Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Category: Community. Phone: 508-349-0313. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Wellfleet Council on Aging 715 Old Kings Highway Wellfleet.

Seaside Bridge Club

Bridge Held upstairs. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Community. Cost: $3. Phone: 508-432-7097. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM. Brewster Council on Aging Route 6A Brewster.

Mah-jongg

Games Lessons available. Category: Community. Phone: 508-385-5749. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM. Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Road (Route 28).

Museum Opening Maritime Art Exhibit

Museums The only fully furnished Sea Captain’s home open to the public on Cape Cod provides an intimate glance into mid 1800s family life in eight rooms. The parlors are arranged as if the captain was just returning from his voyage to China, likely 16 to 18 months duration. His gentleman’s study waits for him. His gifts of silk fabric, toys, porcelain, lacquered pieces and tea are displayed as well as maritime exhibits and costumes from the period. On exhibition from June 17 – July 18 the maritime paintings of nationally recognized artist Kenneth M. Evans will be on display. Docents from the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth lead continuous guided tours of the museum and relate lively stories of Yarmouth captains’ hair-raising adventures at sea. An 18th century cellar kitchen features an extensive collection of early cooking, lighting and household items. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: Yarmouth Port. Directions: opposite the Yarmouth Port village common, Rt. 6A, Yarmouth Port. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $3 adults, 50 cents children. Venue website: www.hsoy.org. Reservations: Groups welcome by special arrangement. Phone: 508-362-6021. Email: hsoy@comcast.net. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Captain Bangs Hallet House Museum 11 Strawberry Lane, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675.

Seasonal Opening Brewster Historical Societ Museum and Restored Buildings

Museums 2010 Museum Exhibit: Brewster in Words, 3171 Main St. Brewster. Newly Restored Hopkins Blacksmith Shop at Drummer Boy Park, 773 Main St. Brewster, will have blacksmith demonstrations Thurs. and Fri. tinsmith demonstrations Sat. windmill and Harris-Black House tours Thurs. Fri. Sat. through summer. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free! Artist/event website: http://brewsterhistoricalsociety.org/. Venue website: http://brewsterhistoricalsociety.org/. Email: brewsterhistoricalsociety@comcast.net. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Reiki clinic

Clinics Call for appointment. Category: Community. Phone: 508-349-2678. Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. United Methodist Church, Main Street, Wellfleet.

Lyndon P. Lorusso Youth Center

Clubs / Organizations Membership benefits include use of the Walking Track; Open Gym Time; Teen Center with Wii, ping pong, pool tables, and foosball and a Computer Lab with free WiFi, color printers and 8 terminal stations! Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Cost: Barnstable Residents: $20 annual membership (Non-Residents $40). Phone: 508 790 6345. Email: recinfo@town.barnstable.ma.us. Venue website: http://www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Hyannis Youth & Community Center.

Shakespearean Sword Fight-A Stage Combat Demonstration

Classes/Workshops This exciting workshop presented by The Plimoth Plantation Players, demonstrates the art of stage combat with a focus on choreographed sword fighting. Museum guests will discover specific techniques used to create a believable duel for the stage. Highly entertaining, some audience participation is involved in this workshop, offered every Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout July and August, at 2:00 p.m. (weather-permitting). FREE with Museum admission. Category: Community. Cost: Free with Museum admission. Artist/event website: www.plimoth.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:00 PM. Plimoth Plantation.

Family Trail Hike

Hikes/Walks Discover Wellfleet's wildlife on this short hike along our trails. With nets, buckets, and magnifiers in hand, we'll search for all sorts of critters including box turtles, butterflies, fish, frogs, salamanders, and songbirds! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Village: South Wellfleet. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $4 for MAS members; $6 for non-members. Reservations: Required. Registration: Please register by phone. Phone: 508-349-2615. Email: wellfleet@massaudubon.org. Directions: Off of Route 6 past the drive-in movie theater. Artist/event website: http://www.massaudubon.org/wellfleet. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, 291 State Highway Route 6.

Bridge for intermediate-level players

Bridge Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Community. Phone: 508-255-6333. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Orleans Senior Center 150 Rock Harbor Road Orleans.

Keeping Ships Safe

Etc. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers works to ensure safe movement of vessels through the Canal. Join a Park Ranger to discover how the waterway is made safe for navigation. View real-time radar, camera and computer images of the Canal that are transmitted live from the Central Marine Traffic Control System. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Category: Community. Cost: Free. Venue website: www.capecodcanal.us. Phone: 508-833-9678. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center, 60 Ed Moffitt Drive, Sandwich.

Scavenger Hunt: The Amazing Race-Provincetown

Etc. Discover Provincetown's history one clue at a time. As you race against time to win the grand prize, experience the town's unique treasures and best kept secrets. Wear comfortable shoes. Meet the ranger at the Pilgrim Monument parking area. Admission fee charged for the Pilgrim Monument will be from $3.50 to $7 depending on group size. $10 parking fee is refunded for stays shorter than 2 hours. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Directions: Meet the ranger at the Pilgrim Monument parking area, Provincetown. Category: Community. Cost: $3.50-$7.00. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Reservations: Reservations Requried. Phone: 508-487-1256. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Pilgrim Monument parking area, Provincetown.

A Short History of Cape Cod

Author Events Bob Allison will sign copies of his new book, A Short History of Cape Cod. Venue website: http://www.booksonthecape.com/main/page_events.html. Town: Chatham. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Where the Sidewalk Ends Bookstore.

HOBSON WOODWARD DISCUSSES NOVEL "A BRAVE VESSEL" @"AUTHOR'S FRIDAY"

Author Events NOW IN 7TH YEAR, THE "AUTHOR'S FRIDAY" LECTURE SERIES IS PRESENTED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE DENNIS PUBLIC LIBRARY. NEXT MONTH - THOMAS COOK. Phone: 508-760-6219. Directions: DENNIS PORT CENTER, JUST OFF RT. 28. Village: Dennis Port. Town: Dennis. Region: Mid Cape. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. DENNIS PUBLIC LIBRARY 5 HALL ST. DENNIS PORT.

Family Program: Fish, Snails, and Horseshoe Crab Tales

Nature Activities Use seine nets to explore the undersea world of the seashore. Learn about the interesting plants and animals that live here. Wading is encourged, and shoes are required. Parents must remain with their children. Reserve up to 7 days in advance. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Free, reservations required. Reservations: Reservations Required. Phone: 508-255-3421. Directions: Nauset Road, off Route 6, Eastham. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore~ Salt Pond Visitor Center.

Lore of Nauset Marsh

Hikes/Walks Learn about the rich natural and human history around Nauset Marsh. Learn how each has affected the other through time. Meet on the terrace at Salt Pond Visitor Center, Eastham. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: Free. Phone: 508-255-3421. Directions: Nauset Road, off Route 6, Eastham. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Salt Pond Visitor Center, off Route 6, Eastham.

Woodland Walks

Hikes/Walks Take a break and explore the diverse and interesting woodlands on Cape Cod including rare cedar swamps, colorful red maple wetlands, and mature pine woods. Walk is led by a Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary naturalist. White Cedar Swamp Wellfleet: July 30 Red Maple Swamp Eastham: August 6 Kent's Point Orleans: August 13 Nickerson State Park Brewster: August 20. Region: Lower Cape. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $8 non-members, $6 members. Registration: required. Phone: 508-349-2615. Directions: A different location every Friday, call for directions. Friday, July 30, 2010, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary 291 Route 6 South Wellfleet, MA 02663.

Activity: Operation Explore

Kids' Activities Calling all future rangers, ages 8 to 13! Develop skills for adventure in the great outdoors, by attending any or all of the fun activities planned including CSI (creature scene investigation) Cape Cod, Sensing Cape Cod, and "Nature Fear Factor." Parents must remain with children. Reserve up to 7 days in advance. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Community. Cost: Free, reservations required. Reservations: Reservations Required. Phone: 508-255-3421. Directions: Nauset Rd, off Route 6, Eastham. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Friday, July 30, 2010, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Salt Pond Visitor Center, off Route 6, Eastham.

"Pippi Longstocking The Musical,"

Theater PIPPI LONGSTOCKING The Musical by Astrid Lindgren Directed by Rob Zapple, Musical Direction by Robert Wilder, Choreography by Michele Zapple Pippi has audiences of all ages rocking in their seats with this whimsical musical adventure! July 20- August 5 Weekday evenings at 7:30 pm; Friday & Sunday matinees at 4 PM. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Harwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $15 youth under 21 $18 Adult. Phone: 508-432-2002. Ticket Web Link: https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/cal/148. Artist/event website: http://www.hjtcapecod.org/home.html. Friday, July 30, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. 105 Division St West Hrwich, MA 02671.

Burgess Book Club for Children Ages 6-12

Kids' Activities In honor of the 100th Anniversary of "Old Mother West Wind," a nature book club for young readers meets on the last Friday of each month in 2010. Register to receive the book of the month list. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Village: East Sandwich. Category: Community. Cost: $2 to cover refreshments. Registration: Call 508-888-6870 to register. Phone: 508-888-6870. Email: info@thorntonburgess.org. Directions: Discovery Hill Road is directly off Route 6A about one mile east of Sandwich Center. Artist/event website: www.thorntonburgess.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Green Briar Nature Center 6 Discovery Hill Road East Sandwich, MA 02537.

Barefoot Wine Tastings Every Friday Night

Etc. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Directions: Rt. 6 to Exit 8. South toward beaches. We are across from the Dunkin Donuts, on Station Avenue. Category: Community. Registration: You must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Cost: No charge. Reservations: none. Phone: 508-394-0224. Email: capewineandliquor@comcast.net. Friday, July 30, 2010, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Cape Wine & Liquor 443 Station Ave. South Yarmouth.

Art Opening for "Past, Present and Future", Select Paintings by Sally Bassett Dickeson

Exhibits/Galleries The public is invited to an opening reception for "Past, Present and Future" select work by Cape artist Sally Bassett Dickeson. Diverse subject matter and interpretative styles over an extended time frame create a unique show. 508-394-7100. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main St. South Yarmouth.

Free Art Reception for Sally Dickeson

Exhibits/Galleries Come enjoy the art and refreshments and meet the artists. All are welcome. Both the opening and the exhibit are free and open to the public. Sally Dickeson's paintings will be on exhibit in the Blue Room from July 28-August 1. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Phone: 508-394-7100. Directions: Exit 8 off Rte. 6, south on Station Ave 2 miles to one block beyond intersection with Rte. 28. Or, from Rte 28, turn south at Old Main St. just west of the Bass River bridge. Venue website: www.cultural-center.org. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main St. South Yarmouth.

Friday Night Grill

Community Meals Hamburgers, hot dogs, clam chowder, macaroni and cheese, more. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Chatham. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM. St. Christopher's Church, 625 Main St. Chatham.

Old Fashioned Church Lobster Supper

Community Meals Lobster Salad Supper $16.00, Chicken Salad Dinnrer $10.00 meals include Clam chowder,Cole slaw,beverage and dessert Hot Dogs are also available $5.00. Takeouts are available. A Book sale,Baked goods and Silent Auction are also available. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Centerville. Category: Community. Reservations: Call Louise for reservations (508) 775-8332 Tickets available also at the door. Phone: (508) 775-8332. Directions: 565 Main st. Centerville. Ticket Phone: (508) 775-8332. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. South Congregational Church, 565 Main St. Centerville.

Kids Pajama Ice Cream Social

Kids' Activities Bring the kid's down to Polar Cave Ice Cream Parlour in their jammies along with their favorite stuffed Polar Bear (or other animal Bonus gift if it is a Polar Bear though) and they get a FREE ice cream cone. 508-477-5553. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Mashpee. Category: Community. Cost: FREE. Email: info@polarcave.com. Directions: Located 1/4 mile on left after Route 130 heading towards Mashpee Rotary. Venue website: www.polarcave.com. Artist/event website: www.polarcave.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Polar Cave Ice Cream Parlour, Route 28 Mashpee/Cotuit Town Line, Mashpee, MA 02649.

Kids Pajama Ice Cream Social

Kids' Activities Bring the kid's down to Polar Cave Ice Cream in their jammies along with their favourite stuffed Polar Bear (or other stuffed animal) and they get a FREE ice cream cone. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: West Yarmouth. Category: Community. Cost: FREE. Phone: 508 778 9334. Email: info@polarcave.com. Directions: On Route 28, between Kuke's and Christmas Tree Shops. Venue website: www.polarcave.com. Artist/event website: www.polarcave.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Polar Cave Ice Cream 519 Route 28 West Yarmouth MA 02673.

Eric Lintala Rock Art Lecture

Lectures / Seminars Sculptor/Professor Eric Lintala Gives Rock Art Lecture Long before people developed a written language, they learned how to communicate or record through pictures. Sheltered in caves or under vast cliffs, these im- ages of human kind, animals, and nature were inscribed, pecked and painted onto stone. UMass Dartmouth Professor Eric Lintala has traveled extensively throughout the United States recording and researching pre-historic Rock Art, petroglyphs and pictographs, which has had a profound influence on his work. Concentrating his research in the southwest, he made a major discovery in 1994 of a rock art panel not yet recorded, located in Salt Creek Canyon, south central Utah. Lintala will talk about his im- portant discovery and the process by which this rock art inspires his work at 483 Main Street in the gar- den of the Narrowland Gallery this Friday, July 30th at 8:00pm. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Chatham. Village: Chatham Port. Category: Special Events. Cost: Free. Email: Info@NarrowlandGallery.com. Directions: 483 Main Street in Downtown Chatham. Venue website: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=121410034572142&ref=ts. Artist/event website: http://www.NarrowlandGallery.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Narrowland Gallery, 483 Main Street, Chatham, MA 02633.

Friday Night on the Patio with Paul Goode and Thorie

Pop/Rock Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Phone: 508-362-2355. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The Barnstable Restaurant and Tavern, 3176 Main St. Barnstable Village.

Michael Hennessy's Happy Hour

Pop/Rock Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Email: capecod2002@hotmail.com. Artist/event website: http://www.MichaelHennessy.com. Directions: Behind Cape Cod Hospital @ Hyannis Marina. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free Add. Come Early. Venue website: http://www.tradereds.com/. Phone: 508-790-8686. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Trader Ed's, Hyannis Marina, 1 Willow St.

Fish Fry

Community Meals $8. Call for takeout only. 508-240-5826. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Community. Reservations: Call for takeout only. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Orleans-Eastham Elks Lodge, 10 McKoy Road, Eastham.

Overeaters Anonymous

AA Meetings 508-362-1190. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: Yarmouth Port. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:30 PM. Yarmouthport Fire Station, 342 Route 6A, rear entrance.

Becca The Rockin' Buccaneer

Pop/Rock Rock, Country, Reggae. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Brewster VFW, 989 Freeman's Way.

ROBERT RYAN/ONE MAN SHOW /SATURDAY AUGUST 21

Exhibits/Galleries THREE FISH & A RAM COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER at 36 Bates road in Mashpee Commons Presents ROBERT RYAN/ONE MAN SHOW /SATURDAY AUGUST 21 Paintings and drawings from life and from life experiences. The public is invited to the Opening Reception and to meet the artist Saturday 8/21, from 630 - 9pm. For more information call 508-477-ARTT (2788) or email info@threefishandaram.com. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Mashpee. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Email: info@threefishandaram.com. Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:00 PM. through Aug. 21, THREE FISH & A RAM COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER at 36 Bates road in Mashpee Commons.

Fish fry

Community Meals Tickets sales begin 5 p.m. 508-295-6000. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Wareham. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:00 PM. Wareham Lodge of Elks, 2855 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham.

Fish Fry/Grilled Steaks

Community Meals $10-$12. 508-759-2707. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Bourne. Village: Monument Beach. Category: Community. Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Weary Travelers, 77 Valley Bars Road, Bourne.

Teen Group Program

Kids' Activities The Salvation Army Hyannis Corps. Teen Group Program: Community Service Projects, Field Trips, Group Discussion, and Fellowship. Free of Charge for ages 14 - 18 on Fridays, 6:00 pm at 100 North Street at Winter Street, Hyannis. Call for information and sign-up: 508-775-0364. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Cost: Free of charge. Phone: 508-775-0364. Directions: From Hyannis West End Rotary take North Street exit. Continue to light at Winter Street, turn left and then left into first driveway. Parking also diagonally across North Street in municipal lot. Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:00 PM. The Salvation Army, 100 North St. Hyannis.

Citizen's Bank Fun Jump Up Nights

Concerts Hyannis – Citizen’s Bank Fun Jump Up Nights will take place every Friday this Summer featuring two local bands who will entertain outdoor diners and shoppers on Main Street, Hyannis. The first 2010 Fun Jump Up Night will begin festivities on Friday, July 2nd with Pan-Expressions providing upbeat steel drum entertainment at the West End, 568 Main Street. This is the real thing for Trinidadian steel band music. As you continue your stroll down Main Street, enjoy the sounds of ‘70’s and ‘80’s style Caribbean Reggae at the Village Green performed by Mento’s Ensemble. Enjoy the rhythm as well as fun craft activities and face-painting. Every Friday this Summer from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m, these bands will have Main Street alive and jumpin’ with fun, exciting beats. Come and jumpstart your evening along Main Street listening to great music, visiting over 120 shops and 40 restaurants, and experiencing Cape Cod’s Downtown. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Hyannis Main Street.

The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod presents Groovy Afternoon

Concerts The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod presents Groovy Afternoon, classic rock of the 60's and 70's on Friday, July 30, from 6:00 – 7:30 pm, at Peg Noonan Park, next to the Falmouth Public Library, in collaboration with the Falmouth Village Association. The concert is part of the Citizens Bank Summer Concert Series and is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring a beach chair or blanket to the concerts. There will be no rain dates. For the full schedule and more info: www.artsfoundation.org ~ 508-362-0066. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: FREE and open to the public! Phone: 508-362-0066. Email: info@artsfoundation.org. Directions: Peg Noonan Park, next to the Falmouth Public Library. Venue website: http://www.artsfoundation.org. Artist/event website: http://www.artsfoundation.org/summer-concerts. Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Peg Noonan Park, next to Falmouth Public Library, Main Street.

The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod presents Pat Ryan Jazz Combo

Concerts The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod presents Pat Ryan Jazz Combo, contemporary jazz in Sandwich on Friday, July 30, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm, on the bandstand at Shawme Pond on Route 130 in Sandwich, in association with the Sandwich Visitor Services Board. The concert is part of the Citizens Bank Summer Concert Series and is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring a beach chair or blanket to the concerts. There will be no rain dates. For the full schedule and more info: www.artsfoundation.org ~ 508-362-0066. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: FREE and open to the public! Phone: 508-362-0066. Email: info@artsfoundation.org. Directions: Shawme Pond on Route 130 in Sandwich. Venue website: http://www.artsfoundation.org. Artist/event website: http://www.artsfoundation.org/summer-concerts. Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Shawme Pond, Route 130, Sandwich.

The Grabb Brothers

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