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Awesome Autumn at Eastwind Gallery
Eastwind Gallery artists are embracing the beauty of the fall on Cape Cod with works in acrylic, pastel, oil, watercolor, and photography in a new exhibition. Awesome Autumn is on view until the end of October. Beginning October 1, the gallery will be open on a Fall Schedule. Visit Wednesday-Saturday from 11:00-4:00.
Find out more »The Gallery at Tree’s Place: The Colors of Fall
“The Colors of Fall” – a new exhibition at The Gallery at Tree’s Place opens on October 14th. This exhibition is a celebration of the changing seasons featuring more than thirty works from over 20 resident Tree’s artists. On view October 14th – November 17th. Free and open to the public!
Find out more »Naturescape Gallery presents: Photographing Sharks and Whales of the World
Naturescape Gallery at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is proud to present marine photographer and shark researcher, Dr. Tom Burns “Photographing Sharks and Whales of the World” September 5 ~ October 31, 2017. * Dr. Burns has been photographing sharks and whales for over 20 years and his pursuit of these encounters has taken him around the world. Years of in-water interactions, often without the barrier of a cage, has allowed him to obtain a real perspective and…
Find out more »Cape Cod Therapy Dogs with Gina Hayes!
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in Brewster, MA is proud to present The Cape Cod Therapy Dogs with Gina Hayes Saturdays, September 16th and October 21, 2017 at 1pm. Join this talented group of certified dogs and their owners in a celebration that involves the children in fun, active games aimed at strengthening the positive bonds between kids and their dogs. Come enjoy themed obstacle courses in a race between the children and the dogs. A treat for…
Find out more »Game Day at Snow Library
Snow Library Game Day Would you like to spend some quality screen free time with your child? Then come to Game Day at Snow Library in Orleans on The Third Saturday of the month . Matt Donle of Wicked Fun Games will be leading the fun. He will bring both cooperative, and competitive games for us to play. No Registration is required you are welcome to drop in anytime between 1:00 and 4:00. This FREE program is for children 8+…
Find out more »2nd Annual Community Concert for Peace & Harmony
Second Annual Community Concert for Peace and Harmony on October 21, 2017 at the Nauset Middle School in Orleans at 7 P.M. Featuring David Roth, Michael Gabriel, Outer Cape Chamber Singers, Nauset Regional Honors Chorus, pianist Glenn Starner-Tate and Dave Reed of WOCN as emcee. Sponsored by The Federated Church of Orleans, 508-255-3060.
Find out more »Introduction to Coding with Scratch for Kids Ages 7-10
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in Brewster, as part of their STEAM initiative, presents Introduction to Coding with Scratch, a technology opportunity for kids ages 7-10, with Kristen Hilley. Five Sundays October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017 ~ 12pm-1pm. What does computer “code” mean and how does it work? Coding is the new literacy. Code is the instructional language humans write for computers to make computers do specific tasks. Students will begin an introductory journey into the…
Find out more »Tuesday Tweets Birdwatching Walk & Talk
Discover the wonderful world of Cape Cod birding with CCMNH bird nerd, Gretchen Moran Towers on Tuesdays, September 26th and October 24, 2017 NEW TIME: 9:00am-10:30am. Whether you are experienced or a beginner, walk the beautiful trails, bring binoculars, wear appropriate footwear and come prepared to watch, study and enjoy our feathered friends in their natural habitats. $4 /Member $6/Non-Member Rain cancels the walk. For further information, contact the Museum at 508-896-3867, Ext. # 133
Find out more »Art of Cooking
The food and wine tasting event will feature 6 acclaimed Cape Cod chefs preparing and serving their signature dishes in 6 residential Orleans kitchens. The featured chefs are Michael Ceraldi of Ceraldi's in Wellfleet, Jonathan Haffmans and Jermiah Reardon of Vers in Orleans, Regina Castellano of Chatham Wine Bar in Chatham, Jason Montigel of Clean Slate Eatery in Dennis and Doug Ramler of Cape Sea Grille in Harwichport. Guests will also enjoy wine pairings provided by Heather and Bob Shortsleeve…
Find out more »Cape & Islands Green Level 1 Workshop
Merging business marketing opportunities with sustainable business practices. This workshop will educate and encourage you to engage in sustainable business practices to reduce your business's impact on the natural environment. Topics include: Solid waste minimization Water and energy conservation How to market a green business We partner with the Cape Light Compact to share their expertise about how to reduce energy consumption. The workshop will also layout steps to take to become Cape & Islands Green verified. After the workshop, our professional team…
Find out more »Storytime at Snow Library
Storytime Thursdays 10:30 at Snow Library Please join us for songs, stories, and a craft on Thursday morning at The Orleans Snow Library. Ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers are welcome to this fun free program.
Find out more »Nature Screen presents “Jamestown’s Dark Winter”
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in Brewster presents PBS’ Secrets of the Dead documentary “Jamestown’s Dark Winter” Thursdays, October 12th & October 26, 2017 at 11:30am during Massachusetts Archaeology Month. Jamestown, Virginia. The site of the first permanent English colony the Americas settled in 1607 and the home of the archaeological site “Historic Jamestowne” today. It has long been speculated that the harsh conditions faced by the colonists during the winter of 1609 might have made them desperate…
Find out more »Cemetery Walk with Bonnie Snow
Boo! Just in time for Halloween, tour the Orleans Cemetery with historian Bonnie Snow and learn about some of the town’s early residents. Meet at the Historical Society’s Meetinghouse and be prepared to be outside. Costumes welcome! Adults $10, Members $8. Students under 18 free
Find out more »Ralph Vaughan Williams’s Opera: The Pilgrim’s Progress
Ralph Vaughan Williams’s Opera The Pilgrim’s Progress October 27 & 28, and November 3 & 4 at 7:30PM Church of the Transfiguration, Orleans, MA Gloriæ Dei Cantores and Elements Theatre Company present Ralph Vaughan Williams’s opera, The Pilgrim’s Progress, fully staged with orchestra and guest soloists at the Church of the Transfiguration, Orleans, MA. For the first time in twelve years, the production is returning to a New England stage. The opera will draw an international audience into a timeless…
Find out more »Green Halloween! No Tricks…All Treats!
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in collaboration with the Brewster Chamber of Commerce presents “Green Halloween” Saturday, October 28, 2017. PLEASE NOTE SPECIAL HOURS: 10am – 2pm. Wear a costume and join the FUN at the annual CCMNH and Brewster Chamber of Commerce GREEN HALLOWEEN celebration! No Tricks…All Treats! New this year: The Local Scoop Pop Mobile! PLUS The Agway Maze, Pirate Ship and Spider Web Game, activity stations with crafts, games, refreshments and more! $5 Children (3-16:…
Find out more »Korean BBQ
The Orleans United Methodist Church on the corner of Rt. 28 and Main St. will be hosting a Korean BBQ which is free to the public. This will be the last Korean BBQ for this season.
Find out more »Organ Concert
Organ Concert October 29, 2017, 3pm Church of the Transfiguration, Orleans, MA Join us for an organ concert by guest artist, Gabriele Giacomelli, Italian organist and musicologist from Florence. The concert will be performed October 29th at 3pm on the E.M. Skinner organ at the Church of the Transfiguration, Rock Harbor, Orleans. For more information, visit artsandecumenism.org $25; $20 for seniors Tickets: 508-240-2400
Find out more »Spookfest at the Creepy Cabaret
Come have a blast at this multimedia event featuring Halloween themed music in a cabaret format performed by father daughter duo Kenneth Fearn and Kaeza Fearn. Works include The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Danse Macabre, The Graceful Ghost Rag, and several others. Drinks and snacks. Costumes very much encouraged! Members $25 Non-members $30 Students $15
Find out more »“The Pilgrims”
Nature Screen at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in Brewster presents the PBS American Experience Documentary from award-winning director Ric Burns, “The Pilgrims” Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, & 22 2017 11:30am-1:30pm. In the early 17th century, a small group of religious radicals embarked from England to establish a separatist religious community across the Atlantic Ocean in the New World. The challenges they faced in making new lives for themselves still resonate almost 400 years later. Who were…
Find out more »Naturescape Gallery presents Artist Mark Roderick
Naturescape Gallery at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is proud to present artist Mark Roderick “A Walk Around Wing Island” November 1 ~ December 30, 2017. * Brewster artist and scenic painter, Mark Roderick studied fine arts, theater and history with a special interest in painting and mosaics at Cape Cod Community College and Sarasota Technical Institute. Growing up on Cape Cod has been instrumental on his artistic vision deriving most of his inspiration from natural beauty and…
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