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The Parent Pod Will Feature Laura Sciortino from Turning Pointe Dance Studio

7/28/2020

Join us weekly on Thursday nights for "The Parent Pod"! This weekly live virtual show on Facebook and now YouTube explores local family friendly businesses, highlights local parents, discusses important topics, spreads some kindness and more! Episode has been uploaded below.

This week we will be joined by local mom and owner of Turning Pointe Dance Studio, Laura Sciortino. We will discuss what she does, how she started TPDS; her new outdoor dance space (it is amazing and a labor of love!!); what is happening to artists all over the globe and how they are struggling; what it looks like for Broadway and pro companies; current offerings; and more! We will also discussing how she did with remote learning, funny Parenting stories and other fun things!

So pencil in on your calendar that this week at 8pm-this hour is for you!
Join us at 8pm with "A Hi-Hat" with or without spirits-no judgement here and come connect and have fun with us!

A Hi-Hat is this week's delicious bevi of the week!

Our friend Lauren is a bartender down at Rock Harbor Grill in Orleans and also runs a fabulous cocktail Instagram page called Lemon Sour. She recommended this easy and refreshing beverage. Be sure to stop by and say hi to her next time you are there!

Serve it up with or without alcohol!
#cocktails #mocktails

“A Hi-Hat”
Ingredients::
888 Blueberry Vodka
Cointreau
Tazo Passion Fruit Hibiscus Tea
Lemon
Mint

Spirit Free Alternative:: replace the 888 blueberry vodka with Trader Joe’s Blueberry juice, delicious! Omit the Cointreau and replace with two dashes of Orange Bitters!!

Tools::
Mason Jar with Lid
Peeler
Hand juicer

Prepare::
On the stove stop, bring 2 cups water, 1 Cup sugar to a simmer. Reduce heat to low & steep 4 Tazo tea bags for 10 minutes. Turn off heat & allow to cool.
With a potato peeler, peel two pieces of lemon off whole lemon before slicing to juice.
Construction::
In a mason jar with a lid, 3 ice cubes.
Add:: 2 oz 888 Blueberry vodka
     .75oz Cointreau
     2oz Passion fruit Tea
     1oz lemon Juice
     10 mint leafs
     1 lemon peel
Screw on mason jar lid and gently shake for 30 seconds, Gently shaking ingredients allows citrus to blend and natural oils release from the mint without destroying the integrity of the leaves.
Strain cocktail over fresh ice & garnish with a fresh mint leaf and lemon peel.

As we move forward Cape Cod Moms will continue to help connect our families and caregivers to amazing resources and locals in our community. Each week we will go LIVE on Facebook (soon to YouTube but replays available on website and YT and Instagram) with a special guest. We will also be sharing giveaways and a cocktail and mocktail of the week brought to you by local businesses and bartenders.

If you want to nominate someone for a giveaway or share a funny story see our links below:
Quotes/ Stories Parenting Stories (we keep it anonymous): https://forms.gle/iXh572vU9VXCcBuX7
Random Acts of Kindness: https://forms.gle/nEhvVxLMAFYLhr55

If YOU or your business is interested in being featured or you want to join our team please email us at info@capecodmoms.com

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WGBH and the Massachusetts Department of Early Education is offering a free summer learning initiative for kids under the age of 8!

7/27/2020

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WGBH and the Massachusetts Department of Early Education is offering a free summer learning initiative for kids under the age of 8! The program features games, videos, and hands on activities featuring PBS Kids characters. Families can earn points by completing activities and have the opportunity to win prizes. Check it out in the link below and through the WGBH Family Fun at Home Facebook Group!

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The Parent Pod To Feature Kevin Pacheco from the Falmouth Drive-In

7/21/2020

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The 007 is this week's top secret parent bevi inspired by the movies in honnor of Falmouth Drive-In and Vivid Event Productions

Our friend David is a bartender down at The Landfall Restaurant in Woods Hole. He recommended this easy and refreshing drink. Be sure to stop by and say hi to him next time you are there!

Serve it up with or without alcohol!
#cocktails #mocktails

As we move forward Cape Cod Moms will continue to help connect our families and caregivers to amazing resources and locals in our community. Each week we will go LIVE on Facebook (soon to YouTube but replays available on website and YT and Instagram) with a special guest. We will also be sharing giveaways and a cocktail and mocktail of the week brought to you by local businesses and bartenders.

If you want to nominate someone for a giveaway or share a funny story see our links below:
Quotes/ Stories From Quarantine: https://forms.gle/iXh572vU9VXCcBuX7
Random Acts of Kindness: https://forms.gle/nEhvVxLMAFYLhr55

If YOU or your business is interested in being featured or you want to join our team please email us at info@capecodmoms.com

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Highfield Hall & Gardens to introduce the summer exhibition,Your Utopia: Lessons from the Fairies Highfield Hall’s latest Fairy House installation.

7/20/2020

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Highfield Hall & Gardens to introduce the summer exhibition,
Your Utopia: Lessons from the Fairies Highfield Hall’s latest Fairy House installation.
On view July 1, 2020, through September 30, 2020

(Falmouth, Massachusetts): Highfield Hall & Gardens is pleased to announce the exhibition Your Utopia: Lessons from the Fairies, fairy house creations made by artists, families, and young children. The house and gardens are open for exploration, so come discover different interpretations of Utopia found nestled along the paths, nooks, and crannies on the property.

The Utopian theme for the 2020 Fairy House exhibition has taken on various meanings throughout history and seems especially pertinent now. The values of peace, simplicity, and nature that fairies embody can be a sign of hope in uncertain times. A Garden of Eden, Shangri-La, and Paradise are some popular depictions of Utopia from the past, all mysterious and sought after, much like the legend of fairies who may exist yet remain elusive. In Highfield’s latest installment, Your Utopia: Lessons from the Fairies, a number of returning artists contribute their visions of Utopia, with several newcomers joining them to fill the grounds and parts of the house with their testaments to nature, fairies, and an idealized take on life.

The 19th century saw a surge of Utopian communities which sought harmony in an idealized separate society, where members lived and worked in unison with one another. Some Utopian societies were religious in nature, such as the Shakers, America’s longest-lived Utopian experiment. Others were motivated by economic, philosophical, or even artistic ideals. Communities such as Fruitlands in Harvard, Massachusetts subscribed to Transcendentalist philosophy, with emphasis on self-improvement and education. One enduring figure, William Morris, was a 19th century British artist, poet, novelist, and founder of the Arts and Crafts movement. Morris lived amongst a community of like-minded individuals in which the unification of nature, beauty, and work could counter the negative effects of widespread industrialization. Morris believed that art had the power to shape society. Right now, the idea of a perfect society feels distant, as dystopian themes dominate popular culture and media.

A Utopian fairy house offers a much-needed glimpse into a life in which nature is its core, hopeful for a positive and humanitarian future. The exhibition runs from July 1 through September 30, 2020.

Gallery Hours:
Highfield Hall will follow safety protocols by restricting the number of people in the gallery at one time.
Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

About Highfield Hall & Gardens
The house is a rare surviving example of transitional Stick Style architecture, containing beautiful gardens located in the heart of Falmouth, Massachusetts. It is a unique combination of a historic house, expansive gardens and trails, and a vibrant cultural center. Built in 1878 as the summer home for Boston's Beebe family, the house sits on 5.5 pristine acres surrounded by nearly 400 acres of conservation land and public walking trails. Highfield Hall & Gardens is not your typical historic estate. It is an example of a historic building saved by grassroots community organizing. An effort of tenacity and vision that continues as new research on the structure and its story of the people who lived here add to the building's significance. It offers world-class music, international art exhibitions, culinary classes, family programs, and year-round special events. For more information, visit highfieldhallandgardens.org.

Mission
Highfield Hall & Gardens' mission is to honor the beauty and historic significance of the house and grounds by providing high-quality artistic, cultural, and educational programs for the enrichment of our community and visitors of all ages.

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Tough Subjects Tackled This Week On The Parent Pod with Jacob Stapledon, Children's Cove & Amy Wyman, Good Grief Cape Cod

7/16/2020

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The Parent Pod is weekly live virtual show on Facebook (replays on YouTube, IGtv and our website) which explores local family friendly businesses, highlights local parents, discusses important topics, spreads some kindness and more!

This week we were joined by Jacob Stapledon from Children's Cove to discuss internet safety for our kids. Now more than ever kids are online now not just for virtual school but also kids are getting on social media younger than ever. In the age of Tik-Tok, Fortnight, SnapChat and Facebook when and how do we have conversations to set the limits? While the internet can be done safely it is up to us to monitor and it means we have to invest in the time to have conversations and monitor it. Jacob provides some great tips and a link for our parents and caregivers.

We also chat with Amy Wyman from Good Grief Cape Cod grief and loss for our kids and how we can have honest conversations with our kids to work through anxiety and stress during these "new normal" times. We also chatted about the loss even we ourselves are suffering as parents thru social interaction, loss of your own self time and more. It is okay to be sad and not okay with all that has gone on.

Both Jacob & Amy will return int he coming months as repeat guests to dive even deeper into these topcis!

As we move forward Cape Cod Moms will continue to help connect our families and caregivers to amazing resources and locals in our community. Each week we will go LIVE on Facebook (soon to YouTube but replays available on website and YT and Instagram) with a special guest. We will also be sharing giveaways and a cocktail and mocktail of the week brought to you by local businesses and bartenders.

If you want to nominate someone for a giveaway or share a funny story see our links below:
Quotes/ Stories From Quarantine: https://forms.gle/iXh572vU9VXCcBuX7
Random Acts of Kindness: https://forms.gle/nEhvVxLMAFYLhr55

If YOU or your business is interested in being featured or you want to join our team please email us at info@capecodmoms.com

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The Parent Pod To Features Guests Jacob Stapledon from Children's Cove & Amy Wyman from Good Grief Cape Cod

7/15/2020

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Join us weekly on Thursday nights for "The Parent Pod"! This weekly live virtual show on Facebook (replays on YouTube and website) explores local family friendly businesses, highlights local parents, discusses important topics, spreads some kindness and more!

This week we will be joined by Jacob Stapledon from Children's Cove to discuss internet safety for our kids. We will also chat with Amy Wyman about recommended books and projects we can do with our kids to work through anxiety and stress during these "new normal" times. We will also award prizes! See you tonight at 8pm on Facebook Live!

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Parent Pod To Feature Local Mom and Owner, Erica Dunn from The Pheasant & Littlenecks in Dennis

7/8/2020

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Join us weekly on Thursday nights for "The Parent Pod"! This weekly live virtual show on Facebook (replays on YouTube and website) explores local family friendly businesses, highlights local parents, discusses important topics, spreads some kindness and more!

This week we will be joined by Erica Dunn from Dennis who owns The Pheasant farm to table restaurant and Littlenecks. We will be discussing her local businesses, Camp Littlenecks, party planning for kiddos during COVID times, and shopping for clothing for the kids. We will also share fun stories, answer audience questions and feature some giveaways!

Featured Weekly Cocktail & Mocktail
Recipes Courtesy of The Pheasant

Peach Ginger Iced Tea

Summer Strawberry Negroni

Gin
Vermouth
Roasted Strawberry infused Aperol
Equal ratios: 1-1-1

Captain's Daughter Tea from Provincetown
Once steeped, strain through a cheesecloth (fine mesh sieve).
Cool to room temperature and then bottle or pour over ice.

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The Parent Pod Weekly LIVE Show Features Local Parents and Community Businesses

7/6/2020

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Join us weekly on Thursday nights for "The Parent Pod"! This weekly live virtual show explores local family friendly businesses, highlights local parents, discusses important topics, spreads some kindness and more!

As we move forward Cape Cod Moms will continue to help connect our families and caregivers to amazing resources and locals in our community. Each week we will go LIVE on Facebook (soon to YouTube but replays available on website and YT and Instagram) with a special guest. We will also be sharing giveaways and a cocktail and mocktail of the week brought to you by local businesses and bartenders.

If you want to nominate someone for a giveaway or share a funny story see our links below:
Quotes/ Stories From Quarantine: https://forms.gle/iXh572vU9VXCcBuX7
Random Acts of Kindness: https://forms.gle/nEhvVxLMAFYLhr55

If YOU or your business is interested in being featured or you want to join our team please email us at info@capecodmoms.com

Below is our July Lineup!

July 9th - Erica Dunn, Owner of The Pheasant & Littlenecks in Dennis
July 16 - Jacob Stapledon from Children's Cove & Amy Wyman from Good Grief Cape Cod
July 23 - Kevin Pacheco, Owner of Vivid Event Production and Founder of Falmouth Drive-In
July 30 - Laura Sciortino, Owner of Turning Pointe Dance Studio

We are in process of lining up August so stay tuned!

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The Parent Pod Will Feature Laura Sciortino from Turning Pointe Dance Studio

WGBH and the Massachusetts Department of Early Education is offering a free summer learning initiative for kids under the age of 8!

The Parent Pod To Feature Kevin Pacheco from the Falmouth Drive-In

Highfield Hall & Gardens to introduce the summer exhibition,Your Utopia: Lessons from the Fairies Highfield Hall’s latest Fairy House installation.

Tough Subjects Tackled This Week On The Parent Pod with Jacob Stapledon, Children's Cove & Amy Wyman, Good Grief Cape Cod

The Parent Pod To Features Guests Jacob Stapledon from Children's Cove & Amy Wyman from Good Grief Cape Cod

Parent Pod To Feature Local Mom and Owner, Erica Dunn from The Pheasant & Littlenecks in Dennis

Featured Weekly Cocktail & Mocktail
Recipes Courtesy of The Pheasant

Peach Ginger Iced Tea

Summer Strawberry Negroni

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