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DAILY EVENTS
MONTHLY EVENTS
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

SUNDAYS
Meditation
Dennis Memorial Library, 8-9am
Begin your week right with a full-hour of meditation
Kennedy Legacy Trail
Brochures and maps will be available at the JFK Museum on Main Street, Hyannis
Year round, free self guided walking tour. Celebrates the significant role the Kennedy¹s played in shaping the history of Hyannis and Cape Cod. The 1.6 mile trail consists of 10 informational signs that are placed at key locations from Main Street to the harbor, finishing up at the JFK Memorial at Veteran¹s Beach Each stop provides a brief history of the site and its significance to the Kennedy¹s and their life on Cape Cod. Visitors along the trail can retrieve additional information by accessing the QR code or dialing the number on each sign. Follow the blue sail stencils on the sidewalks leading the way to each stop. www.kennedylegacytrail.com
MONDAYS
Cape Women in Business Biz Bites
2nd Monday every month at noon
A free online networking event. Visit our website www.cwbconnects.com for location.
Safe Place: A Virtual Support Group for Suicide Loss
LOCATION: Zoom
2nd & 4th Monday of the month. Safe Place provides those who have lost someone to suicide a caring, confidential, and peer-based support group where they don’t have to be alone with their grief. Hosted by The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands, Safe Place is focused on reaching individuals in rural and isolated communities like Cape Cod and the Islands, though all are welcome to join.To learn more or to register to attend, visit www.capesamaritans.org/grief-services.
Soup Kitchen in Provincetown (SKIP)
United Methodist Church, 12:30-1:30pm
20 Shank Painter Road, Provincetown
SKIP serves over 150 meals a day, over 18,000 meals each season, to residents who are either in need or seek community during the long, wintertime months. www.skipfood.org/
TUESDAYS
Massachusetts Air & Space Museum
438 Main Street, Hyannis, 10am-4pm
Tues-Sat. A boutique museum in Hyannis that showcases exhibits on the history of aviation and space exploration, focusing on ties to Massachusetts people and industry. There are several hands-on interactive exhibits to engage visitors to simulate flight. https://www.massairspace.org/
Infant Feeding Support Group
Eastham Public Library, 10am
Join Liz Cable, IBCLC, from Rising Tide Doulas for a drop-in infant feeding support group where you can get your questions answered whether you are chestfeeding, breastfeeding, formula feeding, pumping, or any combination of the above! Liz holds a kind, nonjudgmental space where parents can show up, take a breath, and feel held and supported just where they are. Questions? Reach out to Liz at
Veterans Mobile Food Pantry
Orleans Eastham Elks, 10am-1pm
10 McKoy Rd., Eastham
2nd and 4th Tuesday. Your DD214 id required when you sign up on your first visit. Please call 508-778-1590 for more information.
Knitting for a Cause
Centerville Public Library, 10am-noon
This group will make mittens, shawls, hats, scarves, etc. for local nursing homes, NOAH shelters, and other places in need. Just show up! Contact Group Leader, Debi Swiderski, at
Rise & Shine
Eastham Public Library, 10:15-11am
For little ones up to 4 years old - start the morning off with a big breath, a big stretch, a story, a song, and some yoga-inspired movement! Six sessions: from Jan 6th to Feb 10th. No Registration Required.
Tuesday Story Time!
Brooks Free Library, Harwich, 10:30-11am
Join us every Tuesday at the Brooks Free Library, Harwich for a fun Story Time at 10:30! We will sing songs, play with scarves, read books and have a great time! This program is designed for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome. Registration is not required. This program is free.
Together You and I Are Not Alone: Loss of Spouse Grief Support
Brewster Ladies Library, 10:30am
On the 1st and 3rd Tuesday morning of each month, join Maureen Keane-Bottino in a gathering for people living with the death of a spouse. The change of seasons, the progression of time, day to day activities; all can be overwhelming and challenging. In shared Grief experiences, we can create a community of support and comfort.
Tuesday Movies at the Library
Eastham Public Library, 1-3pm
Join us for our Robert Redford Movie Matinee Retrospective in January! Popcorn and refreshments will be served. All are welcome!
Tarot Club-A Learning Workshop
Provincetown Public Library, 2-4pm
Bring your tarot cards. Let's talk and play and read for ourselves and each other! Friendly and light-hearted, all tarot decks welcome.
Tech Drop In
Brewster Ladies Library, 4-5pm
Receive hands-on assistance to troubleshoot your technology needs. *No repairs, No Registration Required
Bingo
Eastham/Orleans Elks, Doors open 5pm
10 McKoy Rd, N. Eastham
First game: 6:30PM. Food and refreshments available.
WEDNESDAYS
Yoga for Real Bodies
Marstons Mills Public Library, 9am
Also Saturdays at 8am. Please call to reserve room for the next series of classes. Free and Open to the Public
Scrabble
West Falmouth Library, 10am-12pm
Please bring your own Scrabble board. Players are asked to contribute a $2 fee per week to participate.
Story Time at Brewster Ladies Library
Brewster Ladies Library, 10-30-11:30am
Every week has a theme!
Preschool Projects
Brooks Free Library, Harwich, 10:30-11:30am
Preschoolers and their families are invited every Wednesday at 10:30 to work on age appropriate crafts and activities! We will be doing a wide variety of projects, and some of them might be messy, so dress your child in play clothing! This program is free. No registration is required. The target audience is preschoolers, but all ages are welcome.
MidWeek Meditation
W. Falmouth Library, 575 West Falmouth Highway, 11am
Led by Soto Zen Buddhist priest Unshin Sangaku Dan Joslyn-sensei. No registration required; donations are welcome.
Knit Lit
Brooks Free Library, Harwich, 12:30-2:30pm
Experienced knitters and novices are invited to bring their needles and yarn and to share knitting stories and experiences with other knitters. For more information on joining the group please email
Movie Night
Provincetown Public Library, 5:30-7:30pm
Free and open to the public!
THURSDAYS
Babies & Books Storytime
Brewster Ladies Library, Route 6A, 10-30-11am
Early literacy begins at birth! Join Miss Michelle for stories, songs, rhymes & social time for babies & their caregivers.
Preschool Story Time
Eastham Public Library, 10:30-11:30am
In the Children's Program Room. If the weather is warm-ish and not windy, Story Time may be held outside on the Pondside Patio. Stories, songs, activities, and crafts! Questions? Contact Fran at (508) 240-5950 or
FRIDAYS
Yoga at CPL
Centerville Public Library, 10:30-11:30am
1st and 3rd Friday of the month. In collaboration with Yoga Neighborhood. We welcome you to join us either in-person or via Zoom! The instructor will lead class indoors in our community room. Don't forget your mat! Please request a Zoom link by 8 a.m. on the morning of the class! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzurJb93xCnlCWRcHxJIGHa2xVUVd5cH2cc8QbrDpbHOl2Bw/viewfor
Fish Fry
Orleans/Eastham Elks, 5:30-7:00PM
Phone Ordering Available at 4:45 PM. https://oeelks.org/
Outermost Contra Dance
Wellfleet Preservation Hall, 7-9pm
3rd Friday of the month. Come dance! New England Contra, Squares, Waltzes - Dance & make some friends. Price: $15 regular admission Special admission: $10 age 30 or younger, $5 with Student ID
SATURDAYS
Hyannis Youth & Community Center Game Room
Hyannis Youth and Community Center, Hyannis MA, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Year round. Indoor fun for all! Pool tables, ping pong, chess, flat screen television, video games, computer lab with eight pc work stations, free wifi, walking track and supervised fun for the kids! Open Gym times are scheduled daily. Admission: $5 Day Pass or HYCC Membership (Barnstable Residents: $20/yr. Non-residents: $40/yr. Ask about our family discounts!) More information at www.townofbarnstable.us/hycc or call 508-790-6345.
Friends of Snow Library Book Sale
Snow Library, Orleans, 10am-1pm
Every Saturday in the lower level of the library. Find gently used books in all categories,from children's classics to recently published novels, biographies poetry, and gardening guides. And we have DVDs and CDs! Cash or checks are accepted in payment. All proceeds are used to benefit the Library.
Cozy Corner Story Time
Osterville Village Library, 10am
Come for the stories, stay for the crafts!
Saturday, August 8
Woods Hole Science Stroll
Water St., Woods Hole, 10am-3pm
Join us for a celebration of the world-class ocean science happening in Woods Hole! This family-friendly annual event features hands-on activities and opportunities to learn about Woods Hole’s six major science institutions, the U.S. Coast Guard, and local environment and education-focused non-profits.
August 15 & 16
Falmouth Road Race Weekend
Various Location in Falmouth
The 2026 ASICS Falmouth Road Race promises to be an exciting event celebrating 54 years of running the iconic course along the sea, giving back to the community and promoting running, health and fitness! https://falmouthroadrace.com/events/asics-falmouth-road-race/
Saturday, September 12
2026 Seaside Le Mans
Mashpee Commons, 12-4pm
The Race for the Cape Cod Community, features teams of sponsors driving Formula One-style karts during an endurance race on an outdoor track at Mashpee Commons to determine the winner.
The Seaside Lemans 2026 beneficiaries:
-Arts Foundation of Cape Cod – Expanding and Strengthening a Vibrant and Diverse Arts and Culture Sector
-Behavioral Health Innovators – Assisting Youth and Young Adults Facing Substance Use Disorder
-Cape Cod Healthcare – Supporting Comprehensive Care and Services for Cancer Patients and Family
-Family Table Collaborative – Providing Healthy, Prepared Meals for Those in Need on Cape Cod
-Homeless Not Hopeless – Providing Housing, Life Skills, and a Supportive Community for Homeless Individuals
Sunday, September 13
Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod 9th Annual Ride for Homes
US Coast Guard Station at the Cape Cod Canal in Sandwich
Sponsored by KAM Appliance. Participants can choose from three cycling routes or two walk/run options. The 50-mile ride begins at 7:00 a.m. and departs for the Shining Sea Bike Path from North Falmouth to Woods Hole and back. At 9:00 a.m., the 20-mile ride departs for Mashnee Island, and the 14-mile ride begins along the Cape Cod Canal. The 5K and 10K run or walk will take place along the Cape Cod Canal. Registration is now open, all proceeds support Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod in building affordable homes with local families and volunteers. To register or learn more, visit habitatcapecod.org/ride-for-homes.
AUGUST EVENTS
Friday August 7
Poetry Roundtable
Eastham Room, Eastham Public Library, 2PM-3PM
Come join our Poetry Roundtable! Bring written work to share out loud with discussion to follow.
Strength in Sundaes for Cancer Families
Lil' Caboose Ice Cream, 1279 Route 28, 5-10pm
Join us for a night of giving back to support families with cancer.
First Friday's in Orleans
Various location Orleans,, 5PM
This is Orleans’ third First Friday season, running June through September, with an added Holiday Edition in December. On First Fridays, participating shops, galleries, restaurants, and other businesses stay open later, inviting visitors to explore town, discover local businesses, and enjoy all that Orleans has to offer.
Cape Symphony Presents: Ocean/Current
60 Highfield Dr, Falmouth, 6PM-8PM
Contemporary dance meets ocean science in an intimate Cape Cod performance with Boston Dance Theater and Danceport. Join Cape Symphony Presents for OCEAN / CURRENT, an intimate and immersive evening of contemporary dance inspired by the ocean, environmental change, and the powerful relationship between movement, sound, and ecology.https://www.capesymphony.org/cape-symphony-presents/boston-dance-theater
Saturday August 8
Beach Cleanup
Loop Beach, 281 Ocean View Ave. Cotuit, 7-9am
Gloves and trash bags will be provided
WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE: dress accordingly! Questions? Contact Barnstable Natural Resources: 508-790-6272 *If you do not have a beach sticker, be sure to leave the lot by 9 AM or you will be charged for parking!!!*
The Mashpee Antiques Show & Sale
Mashpee Commons Village Green, 10am-3pm
Featuring 18 antiques dealers selling wonderful antiques from all eras under tents and in the open. And to boot, it is Tax Free Saturday in Massachusetts, so no purchases will
be taxed!!
Woods Hole Science Stroll
Water St., Woods Hole, 10am-3pm
Join us for a celebration of the world-class ocean science happening in Woods Hole! This family-friendly annual event features hands-on activities and opportunities to learn about Woods Hole’s six major science institutions, the U.S. Coast Guard, and local environment and education-focused non-profits.
Annual David's Old Silver Swim
Sea Crest Beach Resort, 10AM
Join us for David’s Old Silver Swim to benefit Compassionate Care ALS and provide support to people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
The swim will be held on August 8 at 10:00AM on beautiful Old Silver Beach at the Sea Crest Beach Resort in Falmouth, MA. Choose from a one mile or half-mile competitive race, or a fun half-mile non-competitive swim. Register for the swim at davidsoldsilverswim.com or in person the day of the race.
LibraryLAB
Children's Program Room, Eastham Public Library, 10:30AM-11:30PM
Join the wonderful Mrs. Brown as she leads us through fun, creative STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Math) activities. You will need your whole brain for the various adventures and challenges you will encounter. This is hands-on learning at its most engaging and fun! For elementary age students and up! No registration necessary.
Dog Days of Summer - Pet Event!
Hyannis Country Garden, W. Main St., 10am-1pm
Come by with your pup to keep cool and meet local pet businesses. Enjoy free treats, a doggy ice cream "truck", photo booth, raffles, a doggy cool-down station, and discounts on pet products!
Ava's Art Cart: Colors on Wheels
204 Sisson Rd., Harwich, 11AM
Looking for something fun to do this Saturday? Celebrate Cape culture! Hosted by the Harwich Department of Cultural Affairs, this event will showcase local exhibitors, a curated vendor market, spices, live dance performance, drum circle, steel drums. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122186027498951156&set=a.122181647816951156
Mario Kart Tournament
Meeting Room Brewster Ladies' Library, 2—3PM
Come to the library to play Mario Kart on the big screen! We'll have snacks and chairs to watch the gaming too. This program is for kids 8 and up. Registration is required. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mario-kart-tournament-11/
Sunday, August 9
Jewish Culture Festival
745 West Main Street Hyannis, 2-6pm
A vibrant celebration featuring music, food & wines, local craft vendors and family-friendly activities, the festival is open to people of all ages, faiths and backgrounds. Over 500 attended last year's inaugural festival, and we expect even more this year. www.capecodjcf.com/
Monday, August 10
Free Concert on the Dennis Village Green
Dennis Village Green, 7PM
Bring a blanket or beach chair, sit back and relax to the music of Repeat Performance at a free outdoor concert on 6A at the Dennis Village Green.
Tuesday, August 11
Travel Training with the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority
Brewster Ladies Library, 11am-noon
The CCRTA Travel Training program will make it easier for you to travel beautiful Cape
Cod using the CCRTA’s public transportation system. Enjoy increased independence
and an active lifestyle with access to destinations across the Cape! Register at www.brewsterladieslibrary.org.
Beekeeping Basics
Brewster Ladies Library, 5:30-6:30pm
Have you ever wondered about the fascinating world of beekeeping? Here’s your chance to learn the basics of raising bees, harvesting honey, and creating a local environment that supports all our pollinators. If the honey harvest in July is plentiful, there will be local honey for sale at the program. Presented by Liz Potter, Board Member of the Barnstable County Beekeeping Association. Register at www.brewsterladieslibrary.org.
Puppets, Paul & Mary
Greg Turner Meeting Room, Eastham Public Library, 4PM-5PM
Join us on Tuesday August 4th at 4pm for Puppets, Paul & Mary's brand new puppet show Summer Bucket List - filled with songs, silliness, and summer fun!
Rainforest Reptiles
Greg Turner Meeting Room, Eastham Public Library, 4PM-5PM
Join us Tuesday August 11th at 4pm for Rainforest Reptiles! This interactive program gives kids the chance to touch, observe, and experience reptiles up close, turning science into something they’ll never forget! Great for ages 3 and up! No registration needed.
Trivia Night: August
Greg Turner Meeting Room, Eastham Library, 6PM-7:30PM
Join us for a fun Trivia Night here at the Library! Lots of great categories...maybe a few laughs along the way. Who knows? Teams of up to 6 are welcome or just play alone! Whatever makes you happy. All are welcome.
Outdoor Movie Night
One High Pole Hill, Provincetown
Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum. Anne Packard: An Artist’s Resolve, an Arthur Egeli film. This intimate documentary explores the life and legacy of one of Provincetown’s most celebrated painters—an artist whose luminous, atmospheric work has shaped the visual identity of this town for generations.
Wednesday August 12
Police Officer Storytime
Greg Turner Meeting Room, Eastham Public Library,10:30AM-11:30AM
Join us for a special storytime with Eastham Police Officers! Listen to stories, ask questions, and check out a real police motorcycle!
Elks Lodge Wednesday Night Cookouts
Elks Lodge, 5PM
Come chill and enjoy what we have cooking on the grill at the Elks Lodge Cookouts. This event reoccurs every Wednesday until August 26th.
Thursday, August 13
History on Tap: the Roaring Twenties: a Major Turning Point in Cape Cod History
Cape Cod Maritime Museum, 5pm
21+. Step back to the 1920s, a decade of dramatic social, economic, and political change on Cape Cod. Authors Sharon Anderson and Dorothy Skelley bring the era to life with a collection of historic photographs and stories, highlighting milestones like the 1928 opening of the Cape Cod Airport, the surge of tourism fueling the local economy, the rise of Cape Cod tea rooms, the 1927 debut of the Cape Playhouse, and the secretive speakeasies that dotted the region.
Saturday August 15
Falmouth Road Race Weekend
Various Location in Falmouth
The 2026 ASICS Falmouth Road Race promises to be an exciting event celebrating 54 years of running the iconic course along the sea, giving back to the community and promoting running, health and fitness! https://falmouthroadrace.com/events/asics-falmouth-road-race/
Craftfest Cotuit
40 School St., Cotuit, MA , 10AM-4PM
Aug. 15th & 16th, featuring more then 100 crafters and artisans from Cape Cod and NE. Spend the day celebrating handmade, enjoying delicious food and musical entertainment. So mark your calendars and join us in our village by the sea. Free admission, limousine shuttle service and parking. Rain or Shine.
2026 Carnival: Deep Sea Disco
Various Location Provincetown
(August 15th- August 22nd) Carnival – created by the Provincetown Business Guild in 1978 – is Ptown’s original Summer celebration of community, expression, and creativity. The week-long festival attracts tens of thousands of guests from all over the world to enjoy parties, performances, costume contests, and the legendary Carnival parade. Start planning now for 2026’s theme: Deep Sea Disco! https://ptown.org/calendars/carnival
Bob Marley - Comedian
Melody Tent, Hyannis, 8PM-11PM
Hyannis, get ready for a night of laughs with Bob Marley - Comedian at the Cape Cod Melody Tent—one of the city’s go-to spots for live entertainment. Join neighbors and visitors for Bob Marley - Comedian - Hyannis Hyannis on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Bob’s sharp New England perspective, quick crowd work, and perfectly timed stories turn everyday moments into big, contagious laughs. https://www.melodytent.org/events/
Sunday, August 16
Falmouth Road Race Weekend
Various Location in Falmouth
The 2026 ASICS Falmouth Road Race promises to be an exciting event celebrating 54 years of running the iconic course along the sea, giving back to the community and promoting running, health and fitness! https://falmouthroadrace.com/events/asics-falmouth-road-race/
Saturday August 22
Nauset Summer Craft Festival
Nauset Regional Middle School, 70 Route 28, Orleans, 10AM-5PM
August 22 & 23, Soak up the last golden weeks of summer at the Nauset Summer Craft Festival
Join us for a relaxed, juried outdoor craft festival celebrating American-made arts, crafts, and specialty foods. Event details and exhibitor info at www.CastleberryFairs.com
Sunday August 23
Jim Gaffigan
Melody Tent, Hyannis, 5pm-9pm
Hyannis locals know a great night out when they see one—welcome Jim Gaffigan to the Cape Cod Melody Tent in Hyannis for an evening of big laughs and easygoing summer energy. Jim Gaffigan - Hyannis Hyannis is set to light up the stage on Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Gaffigan’s comedy turns everyday cravings, family chaos, and awkward little truths into sharp, relatable stories—delivered with that unmistakable deadpan voice and perfectly timed pauses. https://www.melodytent.org/events/

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Be a Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentor
LOCATION: 1934 Falmouth Rd, Centerville
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod & the Islands is the only one-to-one youth mentoring organization serving the Cape & Islands. Research shows that a match of just one year helps kids stay in school, avoid violent and risky behavior, and gain confidence. BBBS currently serves between 200-250 youth per year in long-term, one-to-one mentoring friendships with adult volunteers. 508-771-5150. www.bbbsmb.org/site/c.9gKMJZMxF7LUG/b.8453255/k.39C1/Contact_Us_to_Become_a_Mentor.htm
Autos For A.L.S. Donation Program
LOCATION: Residents of Massachusetts or Rhode Island
Do you or someone you know who lives in Massachusetts or Rhode Island have a junk car that isn’t needed anymore? Donate it to the A.L.S. Family Charitable Foundation, and your contribution will help a patient or family living with Lou Gehrig’s disease. Call 508-759-9696 to arrange a free pick up at your convenience, and get a receipt in the mail for tax purposes. www.alsfamily.org/index.php/get-involved
Volunteer With Habitat For Humanity
LOCATION: Cape-Wide
We have a variety of volunteer shifts ranging from construction and deconstruction to providing snacks and registration, to at our ReStores, and to special events. We also have volunteer roles in the office that help with the homeownership program. Contact Volunteer & Community Relations Manager Sandra Harrison at
Volunteer Opportunity
LOCATION: Wellfleet Preservation Hall 335 Main Street, Wellfleet
Be a part of the newest cultural community center on the Outer Cape. Join the team of volunteers that helps out at events, staffs the box office, greets visitors, works on special events and program committees, and assists the staff and board in celebrating the arts in the community. 508-349-1800. http://wellfleetpreservationhall.org
Volunteer Opportunities with The Family Pantry of Cape Cod
LOCATION: 133 Queen Anne Rd, Harwich;
Second Glance Thrift Shop: 265 Main Street (Route 28), West Harwich
The Family Pantry of Cape Cod has over 600 regular volunteers - but is always looking for a few more volunteers in the Pantry, boutique, Thrift Shop, warehouse and garden. Please sign up online at www.thefamilypantry.com/volunteering
Volunteer Opportunities with HopeHealth
LOCATION: 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis
Answer phone calls or help raise money to help enhance the comfort and quality of life for the patients, clients and families who are experiencing serious illness or loss. http://hopehealthco.org 508-957-0200.
Volunteer Opportunities at Cape Abilities
LOCATION: Cape-wide
Make a difference in the life of a person with a disability. A variety of opportunities are available across Cape Cod, from regular weekly appointments to one-time special events. Share your skills and hobbies: help someone learn to garden, cook, paint, take photos or use a computer. Help plan a party, lead an exercise class, or join the mall walkers’ morning stroll.
