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In honor or our Annual Festivus Holiday Giveaways, Cape Cod Moms will be featuring all the participating businesses in a Festiview, a.k.a Festivus Interview to help our community get to know the owners, their passions and their favorite holiday events! Be sure to purchase a calendar to enter this amazing annual giveaway beginning 11/23/17 for your chance to win any or even all of the 32 prizes donated by local Cape Cod Small Businesses! Each SINGLE entry is eligible for all 32 prizes (or all remaining prizes if purchased after start date). If you win once, your name goes back in and you can win again! Remember by supporting local small businesses, you keep the money here, which in turns allows the business to support all local communities and fundraisers #ShopLocal #SaveLocal #SupportLocal 
Sarah Richards joined the Cape Cod Moms team after moving here with her family. She is an active mom of two amazing little boys, a talented photographer, and a Pure Haven Natural Products Consultant. Sarah also has been amazing helping the Cape Cod Moms online community grow by taking over management of our free online calendar and takes requests for events. She enjoys cooking/baking healthy (and guilty!) foods, fitness, boating, singing, and connecting with awesome new people.
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Gululu Water Bottle Encourages Kids to Drink Water While Having Fun!
By: Amy
My son is super-active, but we struggle to make sure he gets enough water each day. Sometimes I feel like it’s a battle. I have to remind him to make sure he is drinking enough fluids and it can feel like nagging. So when we were recently offered a chance to check out this new interactive water bottle from Gululu in exchange for our honest review, we jumped at the chance.
I was intrigued right from the beginning. The Gululu is a 13.5-ounce smart water bottle for kids that comes in several colors. This fun water bottle, has a screen on it that features a tamagucci like pet, together they embark on an underwater adventures, helping its pet to get back to its lost Planet Ima. The gamification of the bottle and the new pet-friend encourages kids to drink water, while parents stay updated about their kids intake through the dedicated app! The creators obviously know their customer - the bottle is tough enough to survive the high level of activity it will inevitably see, and according to the website it can survive a three-foot drop. It’s made of BPA-free materials and complies with the FDA’s standards. Gululu was featured on main media publications such as Forbes that declared it as top 5 best kids gadgets, Vauge and others. Their mission is to hydrate the kids of the world- and for every bottle purchased a kid in a developing country is being provided with clean water well for life! through our partnership with Generosity.org organization. This is a great reason to LOVE this product!
The Gululu water bottle promotes healthy hydration using a virtual pet game. There is a small screen on the side of the bottle where your child interacts with a virtual pet (choice of 3) from the Gululu Universe. Once it arrived, I immediately hand-washed it (this is NOT dishwasher safe) and charged it while reading through all the directions and the story. We also downloaded the parent app to our phone and set up our daily water goals. The charging station that comes with the product utilizes a USB cord which you can plug into the computer or you can utilize an adaptor for a wall plug. I do wish it came with the adaptor piece; however, we have one for our cell phones so it wasn’t a huge deal.
By: Amy
My son is super-active, but we struggle to make sure he gets enough water each day. Sometimes I feel like it’s a battle. I have to remind him to make sure he is drinking enough fluids and it can feel like nagging. So when we were recently offered a chance to check out this new interactive water bottle from Gululu in exchange for our honest review, we jumped at the chance.
I was intrigued right from the beginning. The Gululu is a 13.5-ounce smart water bottle for kids that comes in several colors. This fun water bottle, has a screen on it that features a tamagucci like pet, together they embark on an underwater adventures, helping its pet to get back to its lost Planet Ima. The gamification of the bottle and the new pet-friend encourages kids to drink water, while parents stay updated about their kids intake through the dedicated app! The creators obviously know their customer - the bottle is tough enough to survive the high level of activity it will inevitably see, and according to the website it can survive a three-foot drop. It’s made of BPA-free materials and complies with the FDA’s standards. Gululu was featured on main media publications such as Forbes that declared it as top 5 best kids gadgets, Vauge and others. Their mission is to hydrate the kids of the world- and for every bottle purchased a kid in a developing country is being provided with clean water well for life! through our partnership with Generosity.org organization. This is a great reason to LOVE this product!
The Gululu water bottle promotes healthy hydration using a virtual pet game. There is a small screen on the side of the bottle where your child interacts with a virtual pet (choice of 3) from the Gululu Universe. Once it arrived, I immediately hand-washed it (this is NOT dishwasher safe) and charged it while reading through all the directions and the story. We also downloaded the parent app to our phone and set up our daily water goals. The charging station that comes with the product utilizes a USB cord which you can plug into the computer or you can utilize an adaptor for a wall plug. I do wish it came with the adaptor piece; however, we have one for our cell phones so it wasn’t a huge deal.
The 3 pets to choose from all have different skills that they can display as they grow: Noble Ninja, Playful Purpie and Sparkling Sansa. We decided on Noble Ninja as our 1st pet. who is stated to be an adventurer who likes to find new sea creatures! As soon as our bottle had finished charging, we had filled it up and we were ready to go. Ethan took a sip and immediately Ninja appeared. Ethan was able to interact with his pet by touching or shaking the bottle, which prompts the pet to laugh, leap, or play. The pets also grow, but do not require kids to stay in front the computer for hours observing every move. The Gululu pet evolves as your kid drinks water over time.
The pets grow and explore for treasures when your kid hydrates regularly. Timely rewards are carefully given to encourage healthy habits to form. Plus more stories and adventures from the Gululu Universe also unfold and you begin to learn the back story. Kids can also play with each other. They can make their pets compare, compete, and play with each other. When two kids shake their bottles close together, their pets become friends. Friends can compare and compete with their habit scores.
The pets grow and explore for treasures when your kid hydrates regularly. Timely rewards are carefully given to encourage healthy habits to form. Plus more stories and adventures from the Gululu Universe also unfold and you begin to learn the back story. Kids can also play with each other. They can make their pets compare, compete, and play with each other. When two kids shake their bottles close together, their pets become friends. Friends can compare and compete with their habit scores.
Now we all know kids are smart and will realize at some point that they MIGHT be able trick Gululu by pouring the water out without drinking it. But this smart water bottle is equipped with a motion sensor and “inclinometer” that measures the movement and the angle of the bottle’s inclination. With these sensors in place, plus a few lines of software code, Gululu can detect whether your kid is drinking or cheating. But this smart water bottle is so much fun; your kid won’t want to cheat. It is important to know that your kid can play with his pet and Gululu can record hydration even without an internet connection.
The app where we did some initial setup also helps parents know how much their child is drinking and more. The app syncs with the Gululu water bottle over Wi-Fi and displays the amount of water consumed by your child in a day and in a week as measured by the bottle. It also tells you how much water your kid is drinking every two hours. Finally, it grades your child’s drinking habits.
The app where we did some initial setup also helps parents know how much their child is drinking and more. The app syncs with the Gululu water bottle over Wi-Fi and displays the amount of water consumed by your child in a day and in a week as measured by the bottle. It also tells you how much water your kid is drinking every two hours. Finally, it grades your child’s drinking habits.
Aside from keeping track of your child’s hydration level, the app lets you customize your kid’s experience. You can set a personalized hydration goal for your child, which is generated by the app based on his age, weight, height, and activity level. You can also restrict your child from playing with Gululu during school or sleeping hours. I love that they thought to add this feature for parents. When turned on, the School Mode removes Gululu’s game features during normal school hours. The Sleep Mode, on the other hand, prevents your child from playing with Gululu past bedtime. Both modes run automatically based on a schedule so that you don’t have to turn them on and off. We have sent it to school for a few days after letting the teacher know a little about it. Since the start of the school year Ethan has been bringing another water bottle to school but most days doesn’t drink anything from it. Now he has been steadily increasing his water intake during the school day and at home and his concentration seems better.
There are a few other important points to note. According to the website the Gululu can run for 2 to 3 days on a single charge. You then charge the bottle using its wireless charger. Charging takes about three hours. I found that I need to charge it every evening while Ethan sleeps to ensure it works during the day while he is at school. Also only hand wash the water bottle and never pour boiling water into it.
Does your kid need encouragement to drink more water? If yes, then Gululu is an excellent solution. Gululu sells for normally for $147 on mygululu.com, which includes the Gululu water bottle, 2 replaceable drinking spouts, a store booklet, a set of reward stickers, a wireless charging dock, and a charging cable. Currently they have a special through Thursday night and you can get one for $79 which means You Save $68.00 or 46%
Does your kid need encouragement to drink more water? If yes, then Gululu is an excellent solution. Gululu sells for normally for $147 on mygululu.com, which includes the Gululu water bottle, 2 replaceable drinking spouts, a store booklet, a set of reward stickers, a wireless charging dock, and a charging cable. Currently they have a special through Thursday night and you can get one for $79 which means You Save $68.00 or 46%
Personally we really love this water bottle and while the price tag initially can scare you, we have been more than impressed with the quality of the product and how educational it is. My son loves it and already I can see improvement in his water habits and his over well being. Yesterday he even came home telling us how great he feels when he drinks water. It is no longer a battle in our home which makes it well worth it. We all need a parenting win and this is an easy way to get one! The kids at school were fascinated by Ethan’s water bottle and want pets of their own too. At $79 this week, the Gululu is worth getting as a gift this year for the holidays plus it is educational and perfect for kids who need a little encouragement on healthy drinking habits. Check out thoughts from Ethan below!
Cape Cod Moms is once again excited to bring you our annual Holiday Festivus Giveaway honoring families and moms! See information from past year's here. As always our Festivus giveaway features ONLY LOCAL CAPE COD BUSINESSES. Our heartfelt thanks to all the Cape Cod businesses who offered to participate this year in our holiday giveaway!
This year our annual giveaway has over $1900 in prizes! Each single entry is eligible for all prizes if received prior to Dec 1, 2017. So if you win once, your name goes back in and you could win again! Entries can be purchased until Dec. 31, 2017. Any entries after 12/1/17 are only eligible for those that remain after purchase. Entry for the giveaway costs $10 per entry with discounts if you purchase 5 or 10. We also offer special discounts if you purchase on Thanksgiving Day; Black Friday and Small Business Weekend. The Thanksgiving deal is our best deal so purchase early! Last year most of the winners were people who purchased multiple entries! The deals below will disappear as they expire.
This year our annual giveaway has over $1900 in prizes! Each single entry is eligible for all prizes if received prior to Dec 1, 2017. So if you win once, your name goes back in and you could win again! Entries can be purchased until Dec. 31, 2017. Any entries after 12/1/17 are only eligible for those that remain after purchase. Entry for the giveaway costs $10 per entry with discounts if you purchase 5 or 10. We also offer special discounts if you purchase on Thanksgiving Day; Black Friday and Small Business Weekend. The Thanksgiving deal is our best deal so purchase early! Last year most of the winners were people who purchased multiple entries! The deals below will disappear as they expire.
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Thank You Local Cape Cod Businesses!
Make sure you take some time to support these local businesses as they support us by helping support this blog as a resource. Many of our donations below come from family businesses owned by local parents so let's show them some love! This year we have some fantastic prizes totaling over $1900 with 32 additional amazing prizes! Be sure to purchase a Festivus calendar for your chance to win today! Check out all the amazing prizes below and be sure to click through to these amazing local businesses who are supporting us! But only entries received and confirmed by us will count towards the drawing for each giveaway. Check out all the prizes below plus the rules, then head on over to purchase your calendar! All winners will be posted on social media and drawn live on Facebook, see our videos page here to see the live in action drawings!
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Mommy & Me Natural Parenting Boutique
$25 GC & Fashion Teething Necklace Value: $45 Awarded on: Dec 16, 2017 
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Winner: Lynne Leonardi |
Heart Core Fitness
1 Free Pilates Equipment Session & 1 Free Group Class Value: $125 Award on: Dec 30, 2017 Winner: Leigh Soares |
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Winner: Judy Rebello |
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Polar Cave Ice Cream Parlour
3 winners receive $20 Gift Cards Value: $20 per winner Awarded on: Dec. 13, 20, 27, 2017
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- To enter, simply purchase a chance or multiple chances to win the prizes via our website. Ensure your name and email address are correct upon entry.
- Each entrant who submits an email will be emailed a PDF copy of the calendar and is entered to win ALL 32 prizes, so just because you win once, you can still win again!
- Calendars will be available to purchase until December 31, 2016, but entrants will only be entered into drawings for prizes after they have paid.
- Calendars are available for purchase here on our website but a Paypal convenience fee will be applied or you can send us the money via our Paypal email at info@capecodmoms.com . If you purchase via our website, you will need to make sure that you put down a correct contact name and email so we can throw your name in the giveaway. If you purchase more than one calendar and you want them in someone else's name, please be sure to include that in the box of instructions to the seller.
- Calendars will also be available for purchase in person from Cape Cod Moms across the Cape from our representatives. Just email us to make arrangements.
- Contest Drawings will begin on December 1, 2017 and continue daily until January 1, 2018.
- Contest is open to US residents who are 18+ years of age.
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The Waldorf School of Cape Cod, located at 140 Old Oyster Road, Cotuit MA, announces its 27th Annual Holiday Faire on Saturday, November 18th from 10 am to 4 pm. Everyone in the family will enjoy this enchanting faire. Shop the Artisan’s Market for one of a kind items crafted by local artists and enjoy unique family activities and seasonal crafts for children. Participate in outdoor challenges, listen to some live music, enjoy scrumptious home-cooked foods, or sit by the bonfire to roast chestnuts. Crafts for children include hand-dipped candles, snow globes, gingerbread houses, and more. Children’s activities feature the Angel Room, the Dragon’s Den, the Fish Pond and the Pocket Lady. Outside, we’ll hold archery. Visit the Luncheon Tavern for some festive fare offered by our very own Chef Creighton Peet. The slow-roasted turkey sandwich with stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce has become a favorite tradition all its own. This is a holiday faire like no other. Experience our school transformed into a magical wonderland and make this part of your Cape Cod holiday tradition.
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By Gary DellaPosta, CPA
Some tax rules affect everyone who files a federal income tax return. With that in mind, here are seven facts about dependents and exemptions that taxpayers should know about.
1. Exemptions lower your income. There are two types of exemptions: personal exemptions and exemptions for dependents. You can usually deduct $4,050 for each exemption you claim on your tax return.
2. Personal exemptions. You can usually claim an exemption for yourself. If you're married and file a joint return you can also claim one for your spouse. If you file a separate return, you can claim an exemption for your spouse only if your spouse had no gross income, is not filing a return, and was not the dependent of another taxpayer.
3. Exemptions for dependents. You can usually claim an exemption for each of your dependents. A dependent is either your child or a relative that meets certain tests. You can't claim your spouse as a dependent. In addition, you must list the Social Security number of each dependent you claim. If you don't have a social security number, special rules apply.
4. Some people don't qualify. You generally may not claim married persons as dependents if they file a joint return with their spouse. Again, there are some exceptions to this rule, so please call your accountant if you have questions.
5. Dependents may have to file. People that you can claim as your dependent may have to file their own federal tax return. This depends on many things, including the amount of their income, their marital status and if they owe certain taxes.
6. No exemption on dependent's return. If you can claim a person as a dependent, that person can't claim a personal exemption on his or her own tax return. This is true even if you don't actually claim that person as a dependent on your tax return. The rule applies because you have the right to claim that person.
7. Exemption phase-out. The $4,050 per exemption is subject to income limits. This rule may reduce or eliminate the amount depending on your income. Please call if you need additional information about the exemption phase-out.
Some tax rules affect everyone who files a federal income tax return. With that in mind, here are seven facts about dependents and exemptions that taxpayers should know about.
1. Exemptions lower your income. There are two types of exemptions: personal exemptions and exemptions for dependents. You can usually deduct $4,050 for each exemption you claim on your tax return.
2. Personal exemptions. You can usually claim an exemption for yourself. If you're married and file a joint return you can also claim one for your spouse. If you file a separate return, you can claim an exemption for your spouse only if your spouse had no gross income, is not filing a return, and was not the dependent of another taxpayer.
3. Exemptions for dependents. You can usually claim an exemption for each of your dependents. A dependent is either your child or a relative that meets certain tests. You can't claim your spouse as a dependent. In addition, you must list the Social Security number of each dependent you claim. If you don't have a social security number, special rules apply.
4. Some people don't qualify. You generally may not claim married persons as dependents if they file a joint return with their spouse. Again, there are some exceptions to this rule, so please call your accountant if you have questions.
5. Dependents may have to file. People that you can claim as your dependent may have to file their own federal tax return. This depends on many things, including the amount of their income, their marital status and if they owe certain taxes.
6. No exemption on dependent's return. If you can claim a person as a dependent, that person can't claim a personal exemption on his or her own tax return. This is true even if you don't actually claim that person as a dependent on your tax return. The rule applies because you have the right to claim that person.
7. Exemption phase-out. The $4,050 per exemption is subject to income limits. This rule may reduce or eliminate the amount depending on your income. Please call if you need additional information about the exemption phase-out.
Gary DellaPosta is a CPA and owns his own firm on Cape Cod. A graduate of Bryant University, he is a member of the American Institute of CPA's as well as the Massachusetts Society of CPA's. In addition to providing accounting, tax and advisory services to individuals and businesses, he also provides litigation support to attorneys and has been recognized as an expert in numerous Massachusetts' courts. Mr. DellaPosta serves on the Board of the Barnstable County Mutual Insurance Co., where he serves on the audit, investment and employee benefit committees. He is a Director at The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod, where he serves on audit, governance, and personnel committees, and chairman of the Audit Committee at the Falmouth service Center. He is also a former director of Eastern Bank and Plymouth Savings Bank, the former Treasurer of the Community Health Center of Cape Cod and is a former trustee of Heritage Museum & Gardens.
Holiday Meals Made Easier Thanks to Whole Foods
By: Amy
Thanksgiving and the holidays are my favorite time of year. I love getting together with my family and just enjoying time catching up, playing board games and enjoying some delicious food. The food is definitely one of the highlights because everyone is always trying their best recipes and old family favorites. The only thing I dislike about the holidays is all the pressure and stress of getting everything done and feeling like I would rather just sit down with the kids.
Sunday, I was invited to go visit Whole Foods in Hyannis to check out the Holiday Menu, sample some of it and see what I thought. I admit the ease of having the work already done for me plus no mess or time spent cleaning up certainly appeals to me plus the food was delicious! As a huge cheese fan, I was immediately drawn to the delicious looking baked brie with apple, cranberry and raisin on top. As soon as I tasted it I knew I had to have it for dinner this weekend! It comes frozen and all you have to do is pop it in the oven. I definitely will be adding this to my holiday meal shopping list and will unashamedly take full credit for making it myself to anyone who asks. It really is that good and perfect for an appetizer!
By: Amy
Thanksgiving and the holidays are my favorite time of year. I love getting together with my family and just enjoying time catching up, playing board games and enjoying some delicious food. The food is definitely one of the highlights because everyone is always trying their best recipes and old family favorites. The only thing I dislike about the holidays is all the pressure and stress of getting everything done and feeling like I would rather just sit down with the kids.
Sunday, I was invited to go visit Whole Foods in Hyannis to check out the Holiday Menu, sample some of it and see what I thought. I admit the ease of having the work already done for me plus no mess or time spent cleaning up certainly appeals to me plus the food was delicious! As a huge cheese fan, I was immediately drawn to the delicious looking baked brie with apple, cranberry and raisin on top. As soon as I tasted it I knew I had to have it for dinner this weekend! It comes frozen and all you have to do is pop it in the oven. I definitely will be adding this to my holiday meal shopping list and will unashamedly take full credit for making it myself to anyone who asks. It really is that good and perfect for an appetizer!
We moved on to sample some other delicious foods including green beans with crispy shallots, vegan roasted cauliflower, vegan lentil & mushroom stuffing and my personal favorite mashed potatoes rutabaga. I have no idea what rutabaga is or what it normally tastes like, but these mashed potatoes were the best I have ever had. I am responsible for the mashed potatoes this year and I am seriously contemplating ordering some and again passing off as my idea.
Last but certainly not least was the delicious roast turkey which Ethan gave a thumbs up. He is a super picky eater and he got several samples of turkey and declared it the best ever. All of these foods even the tasty pumpkin pie for dessert are sure to be a hit at any Thanksgiving table this year. I recommend giving Whole Foods in Hyannis a call and preorder something to make your life just a little easier. Whether you are cooking the meal or bringing a dish, order it ahead and spend more time with the kids. These meals give you one less thing to worry about! Check out the flyer below and be sure to order asap (orders must be made by the Monday before Thanksgiving).
With the holidays fast approaching and your calendar filling up, it can be very difficult to keep track of all the amazing Christmas and Holiday events taking place across the Cape Cod community for your family! This time of year is already hectic enough with everything you Moms have to do that we wanted to make your life simpler!
We have compiled our annual list of all family friendly Christmas and Holiday Events taking place on Cape Cod as well as Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, Plymouth, Carver and Surrounding Areas. Our listings include parades, cookie strolls, train rides, Santa, and so much more!
Last year's Cape Cod Family Holiday Calendar Event Guide was such a success again that we once again compiled it all in one place. We chose to put the list in alpha order by town and then date order under each town! If you know of any events we have missed please let us know by commenting below or emailing us!
We have compiled our annual list of all family friendly Christmas and Holiday Events taking place on Cape Cod as well as Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, Plymouth, Carver and Surrounding Areas. Our listings include parades, cookie strolls, train rides, Santa, and so much more!
Last year's Cape Cod Family Holiday Calendar Event Guide was such a success again that we once again compiled it all in one place. We chose to put the list in alpha order by town and then date order under each town! If you know of any events we have missed please let us know by commenting below or emailing us!
Barnstable
Santa & Mrs. Claus' 7th Annual Visit for A Baby Center!
Date: Nov 26
Time: 10am-12pm
Where: Capecodchapter NRHS
2469 Meetinghouse Way, West Barnstable
Join us for Santa & Mrs. Claus' 7th Annual Visit for Luke's Love to BENEFITA Baby Center Hyannis held at the WEST BARNSTABLE TRAIN STATION... Chooo Chooo! They’re the Real Deal and they'll be arriving on a West Barnstable Fire Department Truck with all the bells and whistles. They want to hear your Christmas wish list and and take some awesome Christmas photos with you! There will be light refreshments provided by Chapins Restaurant. And a couple of Bouncy Houses too! This is a Free event, open to the public and sponsored by The Luke Vincent Powers Foundation. *We simply ask that you BRING A GIFT (diapers, wipes, clothing) FOR A BABY CENTER so we can STUFF the Baby Mobile chock full and help local babies
The Spectacle of Trees
Date: Nov 26-Dec 9, 2017
Time: 10am
Where: Cape Cod Mall
The Spectacle of Trees features beautiful trees complete with the trimmings AND all of the gifts! Fifteen very deserving non profits throughout the Cape and Islands each decorate a tree and add their own gifts. These beautiful trees are on public display to help you get in the holiday spirit at the Cape Cod Mall. On December 9, one lucky winner will be chosen to go home with the tree and all of the gifts! Each ticket purchased is a donation directly back to the organization that you choose! Come support local charities and get some help on your holiday wish list!
16th Annual Cape Cod Enchanted Village
Date: Dec 1- 23, 2017
Time: Various
Be dazzled by thousands of lights, a Santa's Village, topiary annimals and more at the 16th Annual Cape Cod Enchanted Village at the Cape Codder Resort & Spa from 12/1/17 thru 1/1/18! Santa will visit each weekend from 12/1 'til 12/23 and so will the Cape Cod Surftones! FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!!! Nightly bonfire (weather permitting). Marshmallows & hot chocolate for sale. Bring a gift card or new, unwrapped toy for Giving Tree. All proceeds go to Independence House. Lights stay on 'til New Year's Day. For more info: www.CapeCodderResort.com
Hyannis Christmas Stroll
Date: Dec. 2,2017
Time: 11am-3pm
Where: Hyannis MA
The day will begin with Breakfast with Santa hosted by the Hyannis Chamber of Commerce, then the Hyannis Christmas Stroll on Main Street followed by the Boat Parade at the harbor! This year will feature an artificial ice skating rink, horse drawn carriage rides, ice sculptures, and so much more!!!
Hanukkah Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Date: Dec 3, 2017
4:30-6pm
Barnes & Noble Cape Cod Mall
** Open to the Public, All Are Welcome **
Please join us for Cape Cod Synagogue's Annual Hanukkah Storytime at Barnes & Noble!
Open to the public and children of all ages, this introduction to the "Festival of Lights" is perfect for all!
Hear a Hanukkah story, sing festive songs, and play the dreidel game! Come for the fun and stay for pizza at Regina Pizzeria in the Cape Cod Mall!
KIDS EAT FREE - hope to see you there!
Christmas Stroll 2017
Date: Dec 3, 2017
Time: 3-6pm
Where: 2135 Main St, Marstons Mills, MA 02648
Meet your neighbors as you stroll through the heart of our village at Christmastime. Special treats and giveaways. Tree lighting ceremony with carol singing.
Date: Nov 26
Time: 10am-12pm
Where: Capecodchapter NRHS
2469 Meetinghouse Way, West Barnstable
Join us for Santa & Mrs. Claus' 7th Annual Visit for Luke's Love to BENEFITA Baby Center Hyannis held at the WEST BARNSTABLE TRAIN STATION... Chooo Chooo! They’re the Real Deal and they'll be arriving on a West Barnstable Fire Department Truck with all the bells and whistles. They want to hear your Christmas wish list and and take some awesome Christmas photos with you! There will be light refreshments provided by Chapins Restaurant. And a couple of Bouncy Houses too! This is a Free event, open to the public and sponsored by The Luke Vincent Powers Foundation. *We simply ask that you BRING A GIFT (diapers, wipes, clothing) FOR A BABY CENTER so we can STUFF the Baby Mobile chock full and help local babies
The Spectacle of Trees
Date: Nov 26-Dec 9, 2017
Time: 10am
Where: Cape Cod Mall
The Spectacle of Trees features beautiful trees complete with the trimmings AND all of the gifts! Fifteen very deserving non profits throughout the Cape and Islands each decorate a tree and add their own gifts. These beautiful trees are on public display to help you get in the holiday spirit at the Cape Cod Mall. On December 9, one lucky winner will be chosen to go home with the tree and all of the gifts! Each ticket purchased is a donation directly back to the organization that you choose! Come support local charities and get some help on your holiday wish list!
16th Annual Cape Cod Enchanted Village
Date: Dec 1- 23, 2017
Time: Various
Be dazzled by thousands of lights, a Santa's Village, topiary annimals and more at the 16th Annual Cape Cod Enchanted Village at the Cape Codder Resort & Spa from 12/1/17 thru 1/1/18! Santa will visit each weekend from 12/1 'til 12/23 and so will the Cape Cod Surftones! FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!!! Nightly bonfire (weather permitting). Marshmallows & hot chocolate for sale. Bring a gift card or new, unwrapped toy for Giving Tree. All proceeds go to Independence House. Lights stay on 'til New Year's Day. For more info: www.CapeCodderResort.com
Hyannis Christmas Stroll
Date: Dec. 2,2017
Time: 11am-3pm
Where: Hyannis MA
The day will begin with Breakfast with Santa hosted by the Hyannis Chamber of Commerce, then the Hyannis Christmas Stroll on Main Street followed by the Boat Parade at the harbor! This year will feature an artificial ice skating rink, horse drawn carriage rides, ice sculptures, and so much more!!!
Hanukkah Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Date: Dec 3, 2017
4:30-6pm
Barnes & Noble Cape Cod Mall
** Open to the Public, All Are Welcome **
Please join us for Cape Cod Synagogue's Annual Hanukkah Storytime at Barnes & Noble!
Open to the public and children of all ages, this introduction to the "Festival of Lights" is perfect for all!
Hear a Hanukkah story, sing festive songs, and play the dreidel game! Come for the fun and stay for pizza at Regina Pizzeria in the Cape Cod Mall!
KIDS EAT FREE - hope to see you there!
Christmas Stroll 2017
Date: Dec 3, 2017
Time: 3-6pm
Where: 2135 Main St, Marstons Mills, MA 02648
Meet your neighbors as you stroll through the heart of our village at Christmastime. Special treats and giveaways. Tree lighting ceremony with carol singing.
Bourne
Upper Cape Cod Tech Holiday Show
Date: Nov 18-19, 2017
Time: 10:30am-3:30pm
Where: Upper Cape Cod Regional Tech School
A Piece of Sandwich is so excited to be a vendor for the first time this year at the Upper Cape Cod Tech Show! Be sure to visit us and all the other amazing vendors as you jump into your Holiday shopping and decorating for this year. Saturday and Sunday, 10:30-3:30 each day. We hope to see you there!
Tree Lighting
Date: Dec. 1,2017
Time: 6-8pm
Where: Roxy Theater Otis AFB
Join us for our annual Base Tree Lighting on December 1 at 6pm at the Roxy Theater!
We will have holiday music, free hot cocoa and a visit from a very special guest! The Roxy Theater will also be showing The Polar Express immediately after. Hope to see you there!
For more information, contact the MWR Information Desk at (508) 968-6689 or by email at MWR.InformationDesk@gmail.com
The Train to Christmas Town
When: Multiple departure times
Where: Buzzards Bay Depot, 70 Main Street, Buzzards Bay
Tickets: Ticket prices vary
More Info: (888) 797-7245; Cape Cod Central Railroad
You’ll feel the holiday magic in the air the moment you arrive! You’ll be greeted by our cheery staff and directed to gather your ticket before the conductor calls “All aboard! If you’re takin’ this train, time to get on board!” Have your official Christmas Town ticket ready to be punched by the conductor on the ride.
The music begins as we depart the station and you’ll be clapping along and motioning pulling on a train whistle “Whoo-whoo” along to our peppy theme song “Takin’ the Train to Christmas Town” (download the song for FREE now from our website to get the family pumped!). Elves will be dancing in the aisles leading sing-alongs with other favorite Christmas songs. When you hear the “Chocolate Christmas” song begin to play you’ll know it’s time for cookies and hot chocolate to be served!
Before you know it we’ll be arriving at Christmas Town so gather together to share the views from the window of the magical lighted town. Wave to Santa and his elves before they climb aboard to greet each boy and girl and present them with a special gift.
All our guests will enjoy other activities and games on board as they interact with the cast and crew. Kids will be able to play a game of I-Spy as they look for animal friends hidden throughout the car like the gentle snowy owls and Bubble and Squeek the chatty mice that frequent the train. We’ll be singing our theme song as we pull back into the station and we promise you’ll still have this tune on your mind all the way home!
We are excited to welcome everyone aboard to try this new experience and continue the holiday tradition of Christmas and Santa on the train. I’m takin’ the train! Whoo Whoo!
We encourage everyone to get into the festive spirit of the event by wearing Christmas themed outfits, dress clothes, pajamas, ugly sweaters, etc.for your added interaction and enjoyment.
Date: Nov 18-19, 2017
Time: 10:30am-3:30pm
Where: Upper Cape Cod Regional Tech School
A Piece of Sandwich is so excited to be a vendor for the first time this year at the Upper Cape Cod Tech Show! Be sure to visit us and all the other amazing vendors as you jump into your Holiday shopping and decorating for this year. Saturday and Sunday, 10:30-3:30 each day. We hope to see you there!
Tree Lighting
Date: Dec. 1,2017
Time: 6-8pm
Where: Roxy Theater Otis AFB
Join us for our annual Base Tree Lighting on December 1 at 6pm at the Roxy Theater!
We will have holiday music, free hot cocoa and a visit from a very special guest! The Roxy Theater will also be showing The Polar Express immediately after. Hope to see you there!
For more information, contact the MWR Information Desk at (508) 968-6689 or by email at MWR.InformationDesk@gmail.com
The Train to Christmas Town
When: Multiple departure times
Where: Buzzards Bay Depot, 70 Main Street, Buzzards Bay
Tickets: Ticket prices vary
More Info: (888) 797-7245; Cape Cod Central Railroad
You’ll feel the holiday magic in the air the moment you arrive! You’ll be greeted by our cheery staff and directed to gather your ticket before the conductor calls “All aboard! If you’re takin’ this train, time to get on board!” Have your official Christmas Town ticket ready to be punched by the conductor on the ride.
The music begins as we depart the station and you’ll be clapping along and motioning pulling on a train whistle “Whoo-whoo” along to our peppy theme song “Takin’ the Train to Christmas Town” (download the song for FREE now from our website to get the family pumped!). Elves will be dancing in the aisles leading sing-alongs with other favorite Christmas songs. When you hear the “Chocolate Christmas” song begin to play you’ll know it’s time for cookies and hot chocolate to be served!
Before you know it we’ll be arriving at Christmas Town so gather together to share the views from the window of the magical lighted town. Wave to Santa and his elves before they climb aboard to greet each boy and girl and present them with a special gift.
All our guests will enjoy other activities and games on board as they interact with the cast and crew. Kids will be able to play a game of I-Spy as they look for animal friends hidden throughout the car like the gentle snowy owls and Bubble and Squeek the chatty mice that frequent the train. We’ll be singing our theme song as we pull back into the station and we promise you’ll still have this tune on your mind all the way home!
We are excited to welcome everyone aboard to try this new experience and continue the holiday tradition of Christmas and Santa on the train. I’m takin’ the train! Whoo Whoo!
We encourage everyone to get into the festive spirit of the event by wearing Christmas themed outfits, dress clothes, pajamas, ugly sweaters, etc.for your added interaction and enjoyment.
Brewster
Brewster for the Holidays
When: December 1-3, 2017
Where: Various locations in Brewster
Admission: Many free activities
Brewster for the Holidays
This town-wide celebration is a long-standing tradition in the historic "Sea Captains Town" of Brewster.Festivities begin on Friday morning when local shops, galleries and inns open their doors for a weekend of family-friendly events, activities and promotions. Highlights of Brewster for the Holidays include the Tree Lighting and the Lighting of the Windmill at Drummer Boy Park, blacksmith demonstration and windmill tours, a Holiday band concert, Arts & Crafts Show, and the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History's Gala Family Party.
Friday, December 1:
10 AM - 5 PM...Gallery Stroll self-guided tour of many of Brewster's fine arts and antiques galleries. Click here for the Gallery Stroll Calendar of Events for locations, hours and offerings.
4 PM...Rockin' Round the Christmas Tree at Drummer Boy Park includes tree and windmill lighting, carol sing-a-long, tours of the Windmill Village, cider and donuts, and a visit from the jolliest old elf himself! Sponsored by Bennett Environmental Associates, Inc; Brewster Historical Society; Coastal Engineering Co.; Hole in One Donuts; Tom Hague Building & Remodeling; and WeNeedaVacation.com.
7 PM...The Brewster Band Holiday Concert at Brewster Baptist Church sponsored by oldCape Sotheby's International Realty and Peggy Farber, Realtor. Featuring the very popular holiday sing-a-long!
Saturday, December 2:
8:30 AM - 1 PM..."Where's the Snowman?" Contest just for children 12 and under! Visit Brewster businesses, find the snowman and enter to win a $10 'kid friendly' gift certificate. Pick up your Snowman Passport at these participating businesses: Brewster Book Store, Brewster Sweets, By-the-Bay Designs, Cape Cod 5 - Brewster, Hopkins House Bakery & Gifts, Karma Foods & Wellness, Lemon Tree Pottery, Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters, Steven M. Ellard CPA, True Value Hardware - Brewster, Village Toy Store and Woodworks Gallery. Sponsored by Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank.
10 AM - 4 PM...Holiday Arts & Crafts Show in the Eddy Elementary School. Handcrafted and Vintage items! Click here for the list of artisans. Free parking andFree admission!
10 AM - 5 PM...Gallery Stroll self-guided tour of many of Brewster's fine arts and antiques galleries. Click here for the Gallery Stroll Calendar of Events for locations, hours and offerings.
Sunday, December 3:
10 AM - 5 PM...Gallery Stroll self-guided tour of many of Brewster's fine arts and antiques galleries. Click here for the Gallery Stroll Calendar of Events for locations, hours and offerings.
2 - 4 PM...Gala Family Party at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. Music, crafts, home-made confections buffet and photos with Santa! FREE admission for everyone! Confection Buffet by Cafe Alfresco, Eat Cake 4 Breakfast, Hopkins House Bakery & Gifts and Spinnaker. Sponsored by the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Crocker Nurseries and Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club.
When: December 1-3, 2017
Where: Various locations in Brewster
Admission: Many free activities
Brewster for the Holidays
This town-wide celebration is a long-standing tradition in the historic "Sea Captains Town" of Brewster.Festivities begin on Friday morning when local shops, galleries and inns open their doors for a weekend of family-friendly events, activities and promotions. Highlights of Brewster for the Holidays include the Tree Lighting and the Lighting of the Windmill at Drummer Boy Park, blacksmith demonstration and windmill tours, a Holiday band concert, Arts & Crafts Show, and the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History's Gala Family Party.
Friday, December 1:
10 AM - 5 PM...Gallery Stroll self-guided tour of many of Brewster's fine arts and antiques galleries. Click here for the Gallery Stroll Calendar of Events for locations, hours and offerings.
4 PM...Rockin' Round the Christmas Tree at Drummer Boy Park includes tree and windmill lighting, carol sing-a-long, tours of the Windmill Village, cider and donuts, and a visit from the jolliest old elf himself! Sponsored by Bennett Environmental Associates, Inc; Brewster Historical Society; Coastal Engineering Co.; Hole in One Donuts; Tom Hague Building & Remodeling; and WeNeedaVacation.com.
7 PM...The Brewster Band Holiday Concert at Brewster Baptist Church sponsored by oldCape Sotheby's International Realty and Peggy Farber, Realtor. Featuring the very popular holiday sing-a-long!
Saturday, December 2:
8:30 AM - 1 PM..."Where's the Snowman?" Contest just for children 12 and under! Visit Brewster businesses, find the snowman and enter to win a $10 'kid friendly' gift certificate. Pick up your Snowman Passport at these participating businesses: Brewster Book Store, Brewster Sweets, By-the-Bay Designs, Cape Cod 5 - Brewster, Hopkins House Bakery & Gifts, Karma Foods & Wellness, Lemon Tree Pottery, Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters, Steven M. Ellard CPA, True Value Hardware - Brewster, Village Toy Store and Woodworks Gallery. Sponsored by Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank.
10 AM - 4 PM...Holiday Arts & Crafts Show in the Eddy Elementary School. Handcrafted and Vintage items! Click here for the list of artisans. Free parking andFree admission!
10 AM - 5 PM...Gallery Stroll self-guided tour of many of Brewster's fine arts and antiques galleries. Click here for the Gallery Stroll Calendar of Events for locations, hours and offerings.
Sunday, December 3:
10 AM - 5 PM...Gallery Stroll self-guided tour of many of Brewster's fine arts and antiques galleries. Click here for the Gallery Stroll Calendar of Events for locations, hours and offerings.
2 - 4 PM...Gala Family Party at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. Music, crafts, home-made confections buffet and photos with Santa! FREE admission for everyone! Confection Buffet by Cafe Alfresco, Eat Cake 4 Breakfast, Hopkins House Bakery & Gifts and Spinnaker. Sponsored by the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Crocker Nurseries and Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club.
Chatham
All Aboard for Pancakes for Pajamas Polar Express
When: Dec 2, 2017
Time: 9am
Where: St Martin's Lodge, 52 Old Harbor Rd Chatham.
A reading of this holiday classic with music by the Chatham Band Adults $10, Kids 45
Santa Comes to the Fish Pier
When: December 3, 2017 at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Chatham Fish Pier, Barcliff Avenue, Chatham
Admission: Free
Chatham Merchants Association
When Santa makes his pre-Christmas journey to Chatham, it's big doings! No less than the United States Coast Guard provides his escort - delivering Jolly Old Saint Nick safely to the Chatham Fish Pier via Coast Guard cutter.
It's all part of Chatham's festive Christmas by the Sea!
Chatham Christmas Stroll Weekend
When: December 8-9, 2017
Where: Throughout the town of Chatham
Admission: Many events and activities are free
Chatham Christmas Stroll
Christmas in Chatham will bring you back to days gone by. This weekend is part of a month-long celebration of the Holidays that includes a town light parade, caroling, visits with Santa, music and theater performances, sweet treats, Christmas fairs, open houses and shopping throughout the town.
Sounds of the Season
Date: Dec 21, 2017
Time: 5:30-8pm
Where: Chatham Bars Inn
5:30 PM Cocktails; 6:00 PM Concert
Tickets: $22
Join The Academy Playhouse for our annual holiday celebration in the beautiful Monomoy Room of Chatham Bars Inn. Featuring holiday favorites from Broadway, Hollywood, and beyond! Cash bar and great raffle prizes!
First Night in Chatham
When: December 31, 2017
Where: Various locations in Chatham
Admission: Some events are free, others require a Chatham First Night "button". Buttons may be purchased locally or online. Adults $20, kids ages 3-11 $5, children 2 and under Free.
First Night Chatham Chatham celebrates the arrival of 2018 with a gala, full-day festival filled with events for the whole family. The highlight of First Night in Chatham, as always, is the dropping of the Cod and the midnight fireworks display. (NYC has their glass ball drop. Chatham, appropriately, drops a codfish replica ;-) If you're in the area, come to Chatham and ring in 2018 Cape Cod seaside style!
When: Dec 2, 2017
Time: 9am
Where: St Martin's Lodge, 52 Old Harbor Rd Chatham.
A reading of this holiday classic with music by the Chatham Band Adults $10, Kids 45
Santa Comes to the Fish Pier
When: December 3, 2017 at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Chatham Fish Pier, Barcliff Avenue, Chatham
Admission: Free
Chatham Merchants Association
When Santa makes his pre-Christmas journey to Chatham, it's big doings! No less than the United States Coast Guard provides his escort - delivering Jolly Old Saint Nick safely to the Chatham Fish Pier via Coast Guard cutter.
It's all part of Chatham's festive Christmas by the Sea!
Chatham Christmas Stroll Weekend
When: December 8-9, 2017
Where: Throughout the town of Chatham
Admission: Many events and activities are free
Chatham Christmas Stroll
Christmas in Chatham will bring you back to days gone by. This weekend is part of a month-long celebration of the Holidays that includes a town light parade, caroling, visits with Santa, music and theater performances, sweet treats, Christmas fairs, open houses and shopping throughout the town.
Sounds of the Season
Date: Dec 21, 2017
Time: 5:30-8pm
Where: Chatham Bars Inn
5:30 PM Cocktails; 6:00 PM Concert
Tickets: $22
Join The Academy Playhouse for our annual holiday celebration in the beautiful Monomoy Room of Chatham Bars Inn. Featuring holiday favorites from Broadway, Hollywood, and beyond! Cash bar and great raffle prizes!
First Night in Chatham
When: December 31, 2017
Where: Various locations in Chatham
Admission: Some events are free, others require a Chatham First Night "button". Buttons may be purchased locally or online. Adults $20, kids ages 3-11 $5, children 2 and under Free.
First Night Chatham Chatham celebrates the arrival of 2018 with a gala, full-day festival filled with events for the whole family. The highlight of First Night in Chatham, as always, is the dropping of the Cod and the midnight fireworks display. (NYC has their glass ball drop. Chatham, appropriately, drops a codfish replica ;-) If you're in the area, come to Chatham and ring in 2018 Cape Cod seaside style!
Dennis
A Teddy Bear Breakfast
Date: Dec. 2, 2017
Time: 10am-12pm
Where: Clancy Restaurant, Dennisport, MA
Sponsored by Clancy's Restaurant for Independence House. Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast with Belgian waffle station. All children receive a plush new teddy bear and a photo with Santa.
Cost: Adults $15/ Kids $10. More info here!
LoveLocal Fest: Holiday Edition!
Date: Dec. 3, 2017
Time: 12-5pm
Where: Cape Cod Community Media Center 17 Shad Hole Rd., Dennis Port, Massachusetts 02639
Mark your calendars - don't miss Love Live Local's annual ultimate LOCAL holiday shopping event! Last year's LoveLocal Fest Holiday Edition at our new location - the Cape Cod Community Media Center - was a hit, with more than 100 quality local vendors in a variety of categories, delicious local food + beer, and activities for the kiddos! Your $5 suggested donation upon admission supports the Media Center's great work and community resources, as well as LoveLiveLocal's #ProjectCapeMade, which provides micro-grants to local independent makers. Please note - there is NO PARKING ONSITE ... we have awesome shuttle services provided by Cape Destinations from the Ezra Baker Elementary School on Route 28 and the Sand Dollar Bar & Grill just down Shad Hole Road on Lower County Road. It's super easy to park + ride! The 2017 #LoveLocalFest Holiday Edition is brought to you with support from The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank.
Christmas Crafts
Date: Dec 10, 2017
12-3pm
Dennis Union Church (during the Dennis Stroll), 713 Route 6A, Dennis
Children’s arts & crafts, and other fun activities will take place in the lower hall of Dennis Union Church.
Date: Dec. 2, 2017
Time: 10am-12pm
Where: Clancy Restaurant, Dennisport, MA
Sponsored by Clancy's Restaurant for Independence House. Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast with Belgian waffle station. All children receive a plush new teddy bear and a photo with Santa.
Cost: Adults $15/ Kids $10. More info here!
LoveLocal Fest: Holiday Edition!
Date: Dec. 3, 2017
Time: 12-5pm
Where: Cape Cod Community Media Center 17 Shad Hole Rd., Dennis Port, Massachusetts 02639
Mark your calendars - don't miss Love Live Local's annual ultimate LOCAL holiday shopping event! Last year's LoveLocal Fest Holiday Edition at our new location - the Cape Cod Community Media Center - was a hit, with more than 100 quality local vendors in a variety of categories, delicious local food + beer, and activities for the kiddos! Your $5 suggested donation upon admission supports the Media Center's great work and community resources, as well as LoveLiveLocal's #ProjectCapeMade, which provides micro-grants to local independent makers. Please note - there is NO PARKING ONSITE ... we have awesome shuttle services provided by Cape Destinations from the Ezra Baker Elementary School on Route 28 and the Sand Dollar Bar & Grill just down Shad Hole Road on Lower County Road. It's super easy to park + ride! The 2017 #LoveLocalFest Holiday Edition is brought to you with support from The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank.
Christmas Crafts
Date: Dec 10, 2017
12-3pm
Dennis Union Church (during the Dennis Stroll), 713 Route 6A, Dennis
Children’s arts & crafts, and other fun activities will take place in the lower hall of Dennis Union Church.
Eastham
Carols on the Green in Eastham
When: December 3, 2017 from 4 - 5 p.m.
Where: Windmill Green in Eastham
Admission: Free
What's better than Christmas caroling on a crisp December night? Caroling by the light of a festively decorated Eastham Windmill! This year, Nauset Honors Chorus will lead the event. Bring the family and your Holiday spirit, and enjoy!
When: December 3, 2017 from 4 - 5 p.m.
Where: Windmill Green in Eastham
Admission: Free
What's better than Christmas caroling on a crisp December night? Caroling by the light of a festively decorated Eastham Windmill! This year, Nauset Honors Chorus will lead the event. Bring the family and your Holiday spirit, and enjoy!
Falmouth
Holidays by the Sea Gingerbread House Making
Date: Dec 2, 2017
Time: 10am-11:30am or 12:30pm-2pm
Where: Shoreway Acres Inn, Falmouth
Come and enjoy festive gingerbread decorating as the kids put their own creative spin on their houses for the holidays! Enjoy cookies and cider and be sure to check out the amazing holiday train setup which is sure to fascinate the kids! Cost: $11.95 per child. Call 508-540-3000 to reserve your spot today!
Holidays at Highfield!
Highfield Hall & Gardens presents spectacular holiday decorating, an all local artisan gift gallery, seasonal activities, special music and dance performances, and family craft area during the ten-day Holidays at Highfield fundraiser. Designer Sandra Cavallo and her talented team have transformed Highfield Hall's Victorian mansion by masterfully blending old world charm with an over-the-top decorating scheme. This year's theme is inspired by Welsh poet Dylan Thomas’ “A Child’s Christmas in Wales.” Highfield Hall will be filled with nostalgia of Christmas past interwoven with a clever contemporary twist. Expect a few delightful surprises! Enjoy a sweet treat in an Olde English “pub", stop by the Any Soldier letter writing room, and make your own paper cut snowflake to take home. There will be special visits from Santa and a fully appointed to-scale dollhouse model of the West Falmouth 1870s Captain Caleb Hamblin’s House, which is sure to be a hit.
SCHEDULE:
Santa:
Friday, November 24 from 2 pm - 4 pm
Saturday, November 25 from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Sunday, November 26 from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Saturday, December 2 from 12:30pm - 2:30 pm
Trains:
Fridays – Sundays
Craft activities throughout
Turning Pointe Dancers:
Sunday, Nov. 26, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Musical Entertainment:
Judy Risch on piano
Cello students
Tradewinds vocal quartet: Sunday, Dec. 3, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission $10 / $5 members*. Children under 12, veterans and active servicemen are free.
* If you'd like to receive member pricing, you can purchase a membership online at www.highfieldhall.org, call Highfield at 508-495-1878 x2 or purchase a membership when you arrive.
Sponsored by Cape Cod Five Savings Bank.
Date: Dec 2, 2017
Time: 10am-11:30am or 12:30pm-2pm
Where: Shoreway Acres Inn, Falmouth
Come and enjoy festive gingerbread decorating as the kids put their own creative spin on their houses for the holidays! Enjoy cookies and cider and be sure to check out the amazing holiday train setup which is sure to fascinate the kids! Cost: $11.95 per child. Call 508-540-3000 to reserve your spot today!
Holidays at Highfield!
Highfield Hall & Gardens presents spectacular holiday decorating, an all local artisan gift gallery, seasonal activities, special music and dance performances, and family craft area during the ten-day Holidays at Highfield fundraiser. Designer Sandra Cavallo and her talented team have transformed Highfield Hall's Victorian mansion by masterfully blending old world charm with an over-the-top decorating scheme. This year's theme is inspired by Welsh poet Dylan Thomas’ “A Child’s Christmas in Wales.” Highfield Hall will be filled with nostalgia of Christmas past interwoven with a clever contemporary twist. Expect a few delightful surprises! Enjoy a sweet treat in an Olde English “pub", stop by the Any Soldier letter writing room, and make your own paper cut snowflake to take home. There will be special visits from Santa and a fully appointed to-scale dollhouse model of the West Falmouth 1870s Captain Caleb Hamblin’s House, which is sure to be a hit.
SCHEDULE:
Santa:
Friday, November 24 from 2 pm - 4 pm
Saturday, November 25 from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Sunday, November 26 from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Saturday, December 2 from 12:30pm - 2:30 pm
Trains:
Fridays – Sundays
Craft activities throughout
Turning Pointe Dancers:
Sunday, Nov. 26, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Musical Entertainment:
Judy Risch on piano
Cello students
Tradewinds vocal quartet: Sunday, Dec. 3, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission $10 / $5 members*. Children under 12, veterans and active servicemen are free.
* If you'd like to receive member pricing, you can purchase a membership online at www.highfieldhall.org, call Highfield at 508-495-1878 x2 or purchase a membership when you arrive.
Sponsored by Cape Cod Five Savings Bank.
Holidays By The Sea Weekend
Date: Dec 1-3, 2017
Time: Various Events
Where: Various see below
Join us for an amazing Holidays by the Sea Weekend!
Friday Night December 1 - Caroling at Historic Nobska Lighthouse December 1, 2017, 5:30 pm
Saturday December 2 - Jingle Jog 5k & Kids Elf Run Marine Park - December 2, 2017 7:30-10:30 am
Seafaring Santa - Santa Arrives Falmouth Harbor at 10:30 AM
Holiday Stroll on Main Street Falmouth - Holiday Stroll starts 5:00 PM.
Lighting of the Village Green - 7:00 PM
Sunday December 3 -This parade will be boradcast on the Cape Cod Moms LIVE Facebook feed as it happens!
When: NOON the 54th Annual Christmas Parade! Theme: "Dashing Through the Snow"
Parade steps off at noontime from Dillingham Avenue and proceeds down Main Street to the Village Green. Known as Southeastern Massachusetts’ largest holiday parade, featuring theme decorated floats, marching bands, live animals, costumed characters and Santa Claus! NOON.
Details here: http://www.falmouthchamber.com/holidays-by-the-sea.html
Harwich
Christmas in Harwich
When: December 1 - 3, 2017
Where: Various locations in Harwich
Admission: Many activities and events are free
Christmas in Harwich
This weekend in Harwich begins with the Harwich Port Stroll where locals and visitors join together for the tree lighting ceremony and caroling. Also on Friday evening, have your photo taken with Santa (he arrives by fire truck), and take a horse-drawn carriage ride through Harwich Port.The rest of the weekend includes merchant open houses, village stroll, music, refreshments, and plenty more.
Friday December 1st- Harwich Port Stroll 5:15-9:00pm
Welcome 5:15pm Doane Park
5:30pm- Tree Lighting and Caroling Doane Park5:30pm-9:00pm Stroll through all the Harwich Port Businesses
6:00pm-9:00pm Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
6:15pm-Santa Arrive by Harwich Fire Truck
6:15pm-8:00pm Pictures with Santa
Saturday Dec 2, 2017
8:30am Breakfast with Santa
9:30am-1:00pm Garden Club Holiday Fair
“New” Rocking Christmas in Harwich
and More to Come……NEW Events
Sunday, Dec 3, 2017
Watch for more ….
When: December 1 - 3, 2017
Where: Various locations in Harwich
Admission: Many activities and events are free
Christmas in Harwich
This weekend in Harwich begins with the Harwich Port Stroll where locals and visitors join together for the tree lighting ceremony and caroling. Also on Friday evening, have your photo taken with Santa (he arrives by fire truck), and take a horse-drawn carriage ride through Harwich Port.The rest of the weekend includes merchant open houses, village stroll, music, refreshments, and plenty more.
Friday December 1st- Harwich Port Stroll 5:15-9:00pm
Welcome 5:15pm Doane Park
5:30pm- Tree Lighting and Caroling Doane Park5:30pm-9:00pm Stroll through all the Harwich Port Businesses
6:00pm-9:00pm Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
6:15pm-Santa Arrive by Harwich Fire Truck
6:15pm-8:00pm Pictures with Santa
Saturday Dec 2, 2017
8:30am Breakfast with Santa
9:30am-1:00pm Garden Club Holiday Fair
“New” Rocking Christmas in Harwich
and More to Come……NEW Events
Sunday, Dec 3, 2017
Watch for more ….
Mashpee
Gingerbread House Workshop at Cape Cod Children's Museum
Date: Dec. 2, 2017 11am-12pm
Where: Cape Cod Children’s Museum
Celebrate the Holidays with a Gingerbread House Workshop! We provide the house, candies and sweet building materials, plus plenty of frosting for you to design a unique decoration. We'll clean up the mess and you'll go home with a festive gingerbread house to enjoy throughout the Season! Space is Limited. (Museum admission is not included.) Pre-Registration is Required.
Date: Dec. 2, 2017 11am-12pm
Where: Cape Cod Children’s Museum
Celebrate the Holidays with a Gingerbread House Workshop! We provide the house, candies and sweet building materials, plus plenty of frosting for you to design a unique decoration. We'll clean up the mess and you'll go home with a festive gingerbread house to enjoy throughout the Season! Space is Limited. (Museum admission is not included.) Pre-Registration is Required.
| Mashpee Commons Holiday Events Mashpee Commons will be bustling with holiday activities throughout the neighborhood this season! Complimentary events will be taking place between November 24th and December 23rd, including Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Holiday Carolers, visits from Santa and his Elf, and live music performed by a the Regency Brass Trio. Stores will be open until 8pm Mon-Sat to give you more time to enjoy the events and do your holiday shopping. Check out the detailed schedule below: Friday, November 24: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near holiday tree Tree Lighting Ceremony, dusk, holiday tree near Siena Saturday, November 25: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near Red Balloon Toy Shop Sunday, November 26: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa 1-4pm, location TBD Brass Band, 2-3:30pm, near fountain Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 2-5pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Tuesday, November 28: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Wednesday, November 29: Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near post office Thursday, November 30: Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Saturday, December 2: Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near Lili Pad Sunday, December 3: Brass Band, 11:30-1pm, near Hot Diggity Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 2-5pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Tuesday, December 5: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Wednesday, December 6: Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near Holiday Tree Thursday, December 7: Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu | Saturday, December 9: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Brass Band, 2-3:30pm, near Red Balloon Toy Shop Mashpee Chamber Christmas Parade, 5:30pm Sunday, December 10: Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Brass Band, 2-3:30pm, near Bobby Byrne’s Tuesday, December 12: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Wednesday, December 13: Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near fountain Thursday, December 14: Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Saturday, December 16: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near holiday tree Sunday, December 17: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Brass Band, 2-3:30pm, near Hot Diggity Monday, December 18: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near Lili Pad Tuesday, December 19: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near Red Balloon Toy Shop Wednesday, December 20: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near holiday tree Thursday, December 21: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near Post Office Friday, December 22: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 3-6pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near Bobby Byrne’s Saturday, December 23: Carolers, 12-2pm, roaming Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, 12-3pm, pick-up / drop-off at Bleu Santa, 1-4pm, location TBD Brass Band, 4:30-6pm, near holiday tree |
Mashpee Christmas Parade
When: December 9, 2017, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Parade begins at Mashpee Commons
Admission: Free
Mashpee Christmas Parade
Among all the festive events on Cape Cod in December, the Annual Mashpee Christmas Parade is one you won't want to miss! Each year the parade seems to get bigger and better. Stay tuned for details on the 2017 parade theme and special, featured performers.
A Magical Noon Year's Eve Celebration!
Date: Dec 31, 2017
Time: 12-5pm
Where: Cape Cod Children’s Museum
Join us for 'A Magical Noon Year's Eve' at Cape Cod Children's Museum to welcome 2018!
Enjoy all the fun of New Year's Eve at midday instead of midnight. Ring in the New Year with a family-friendly celebration including make-and-take crafts, photo souvenirs from Mirror Mirror Interactive Photobooth and amazing entertainment by Marcus the Magician! Festivities begin at Noon with Marcus the Magician's show at 1:00pm. Admission for this special event is $12 per person; $8 for Museum members. Pre-registration is NOT required. All admission is at the door. Not combinable with any other coupons or special offers.
When: December 9, 2017, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Parade begins at Mashpee Commons
Admission: Free
Mashpee Christmas Parade
Among all the festive events on Cape Cod in December, the Annual Mashpee Christmas Parade is one you won't want to miss! Each year the parade seems to get bigger and better. Stay tuned for details on the 2017 parade theme and special, featured performers.
A Magical Noon Year's Eve Celebration!
Date: Dec 31, 2017
Time: 12-5pm
Where: Cape Cod Children’s Museum
Join us for 'A Magical Noon Year's Eve' at Cape Cod Children's Museum to welcome 2018!
Enjoy all the fun of New Year's Eve at midday instead of midnight. Ring in the New Year with a family-friendly celebration including make-and-take crafts, photo souvenirs from Mirror Mirror Interactive Photobooth and amazing entertainment by Marcus the Magician! Festivities begin at Noon with Marcus the Magician's show at 1:00pm. Admission for this special event is $12 per person; $8 for Museum members. Pre-registration is NOT required. All admission is at the door. Not combinable with any other coupons or special offers.
Orleans
Seaside Christmas in Orleans
When: Beginning November 25th and continuing through December
Where: Various locations in Orleans
Admission: Many free activities and events
Seaside Christmas in Orleans
For a host of family friendly Cape Cod events in December, come to Orleans! During the month-long Seaside Christmas celebration, shopkeepers, gallery owners and restaurateurs welcome visitors with special events and tasty treats - and some nice discounts and promotions to help preserve your shopping budget. Getting out and about around town, there's a jam-packed roster of things to see and do including Christmas tree lightings, caroling, Nauset Model Railroad Club's Open House, and tons more.
Pancake Breakfast with Mrs. Claus, Santa Arrives by Boat
Saturday, November 25th 2017
Pancake Breakfast with Mrs. Claus, Santa Arrives by Boat: 8am-10am
Orleans Yacht Club, 39 Cove Rd. Orleans
Enjoy a pancake breakfast with Mrs. Claus while awaiting the arrival of Santa by boat at 10am! Breakfast spread by the Hole-In-One Restaurant. $7 adults, $5 children.
Santa will meet with the children at Snow’s Home and Garden, 22 Main St. Orleans, 10am-Noon.
Orleans Christmas Shopping Stroll
Hop aboard one of our old-fashioned trolleys and enjoy shopping throughout Orleans at the Christmas Shopping Stroll! Stores throughout town will host special events, sales and more. Fun for the whole family!
Annual Stroll and Winter Wonderland Lighting at Village Green
Sponsored by the Orleans Improvement Association
Meet with Mrs. Claus at Snow’s Home and Garden at 4:45pm. Stroll with caroling begins at 5:00pm, Winter Wonderland Lighting immediately after stroll.
Santa Stampede 5k and Family Fun Run
Saturday, December 2nd 2017
Registration 9:00am, Race Start: 10:30 a.m.$25 Pre-Registration, $30 Day Of Event. Register NowRace Start: The Barley Neck Inn, 5 Beach Rd. Orleans, MA 02653
Get your Santa suit, elf costume, antlers, stockings and lights! Create a festive costume and enter our Holiday Costume Contest! Walkers Welcome! A Fun Family Friendly Event! Kids Only Run Too!
Professionally timed 5k. After Party Celebration with DJ Matty Dread and Award Ceremony held at The Barley Neck Inn! Prizes include Fastest Mr. Claus, Ms. Claus & Mini Claus, Overall Fastest in Holiday Costume: Male & Female, Overall Fastest Military & First Responder: Male & Female, Holiday Costume Contest Winner (Bib required). All 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in the following age categories receive a ticket for our Red Sack Prize Raffle! 13 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Please bring wrapped gifts for the Lower Cape Outreach Council and gift cards for teens for the Homeless Prevention Council “Adopt a Family” program.
When: Beginning November 25th and continuing through December
Where: Various locations in Orleans
Admission: Many free activities and events
Seaside Christmas in Orleans
For a host of family friendly Cape Cod events in December, come to Orleans! During the month-long Seaside Christmas celebration, shopkeepers, gallery owners and restaurateurs welcome visitors with special events and tasty treats - and some nice discounts and promotions to help preserve your shopping budget. Getting out and about around town, there's a jam-packed roster of things to see and do including Christmas tree lightings, caroling, Nauset Model Railroad Club's Open House, and tons more.
Pancake Breakfast with Mrs. Claus, Santa Arrives by Boat
Saturday, November 25th 2017
Pancake Breakfast with Mrs. Claus, Santa Arrives by Boat: 8am-10am
Orleans Yacht Club, 39 Cove Rd. Orleans
Enjoy a pancake breakfast with Mrs. Claus while awaiting the arrival of Santa by boat at 10am! Breakfast spread by the Hole-In-One Restaurant. $7 adults, $5 children.
Santa will meet with the children at Snow’s Home and Garden, 22 Main St. Orleans, 10am-Noon.
Orleans Christmas Shopping Stroll
Hop aboard one of our old-fashioned trolleys and enjoy shopping throughout Orleans at the Christmas Shopping Stroll! Stores throughout town will host special events, sales and more. Fun for the whole family!
Annual Stroll and Winter Wonderland Lighting at Village Green
Sponsored by the Orleans Improvement Association
Meet with Mrs. Claus at Snow’s Home and Garden at 4:45pm. Stroll with caroling begins at 5:00pm, Winter Wonderland Lighting immediately after stroll.
Santa Stampede 5k and Family Fun Run
Saturday, December 2nd 2017
Registration 9:00am, Race Start: 10:30 a.m.$25 Pre-Registration, $30 Day Of Event. Register NowRace Start: The Barley Neck Inn, 5 Beach Rd. Orleans, MA 02653
Get your Santa suit, elf costume, antlers, stockings and lights! Create a festive costume and enter our Holiday Costume Contest! Walkers Welcome! A Fun Family Friendly Event! Kids Only Run Too!
Professionally timed 5k. After Party Celebration with DJ Matty Dread and Award Ceremony held at The Barley Neck Inn! Prizes include Fastest Mr. Claus, Ms. Claus & Mini Claus, Overall Fastest in Holiday Costume: Male & Female, Overall Fastest Military & First Responder: Male & Female, Holiday Costume Contest Winner (Bib required). All 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in the following age categories receive a ticket for our Red Sack Prize Raffle! 13 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Please bring wrapped gifts for the Lower Cape Outreach Council and gift cards for teens for the Homeless Prevention Council “Adopt a Family” program.
Plymouth
6th Annual Winter Lights 5K
Date: Dec 1, 2017
Time: 6:15-9:15pm
Where: Plymouth Main Street
The 6th Annual Winter Lights 5K will take place on Friday, December 1st, 2017. Join Santa and the Town of Plymouth for the annual tree lighting on Main Street as part of the Christmas in Historic Plymouth Celebration. When the tree lights go on, the race begins. Run through the downtown and along the waterfront for this early evening event to celebrate the start of the holiday season. The race will begin at approximately 6:15 pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/170047913565538/
Date: Dec 1, 2017
Time: 6:15-9:15pm
Where: Plymouth Main Street
The 6th Annual Winter Lights 5K will take place on Friday, December 1st, 2017. Join Santa and the Town of Plymouth for the annual tree lighting on Main Street as part of the Christmas in Historic Plymouth Celebration. When the tree lights go on, the race begins. Run through the downtown and along the waterfront for this early evening event to celebrate the start of the holiday season. The race will begin at approximately 6:15 pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/170047913565538/
Provincetown
Holly Folly Weekend
When: December 1 - 3, 2017
Where: Around town in Provincetown
Admission: Some events free, others require paid tickets/contributions
Holly Folly Weekend
Holly Folly Weekend, the Provincetown Business Guild's Gay and Lesbian Holiday Festival, kicks off on Friday with the "Holly Folly Shop Hop", a great time to peruse Provincetown's amazing variety of shops and galleries for unique gifts that'll "Wow" everyone on your list - pets included!
Throughout the weekend there'll be events all over town. Open houses, dance parties, drag bingo, a Jingle Bell Bathing Suit Run down the center of town ... that's just a little sampling of the fun and frivolity in P'town on Holly Folly Weekend.
When: December 1 - 3, 2017
Where: Around town in Provincetown
Admission: Some events free, others require paid tickets/contributions
Holly Folly Weekend
Holly Folly Weekend, the Provincetown Business Guild's Gay and Lesbian Holiday Festival, kicks off on Friday with the "Holly Folly Shop Hop", a great time to peruse Provincetown's amazing variety of shops and galleries for unique gifts that'll "Wow" everyone on your list - pets included!
Throughout the weekend there'll be events all over town. Open houses, dance parties, drag bingo, a Jingle Bell Bathing Suit Run down the center of town ... that's just a little sampling of the fun and frivolity in P'town on Holly Folly Weekend.
Sandwich
Annual Glassblowers' Christmas
When: November 13 - December 30, 2017 during Museum hours (9:30 am - 5 pm)
Where: Sandwich Glass Museum, Main Street, Sandwich Village
Admission: Adults $9; Ages 6-14 $2; 6 and under free; Members free
508) 888-0251 / Sandwich Glass Museum
The Sandwich Glass Museum is all dressed up for the Holidays. In addition to the spectacular glass exhibits the Museum is known for worldwide, this time of year features special trees decorated with hundreds of unique glass ornaments created by some of the region's foremost glass artists.
"Gardens Aglow"
When: Weekends (Fri., Sat., & Sun.) November 24 to December 30, 2017 from 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Heritage Museums and Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich
Admission: Adults $18; children $7, 2 and under free
(508) 888-3300, ext. 175; Heritage Museums & Gardens
Heritage Museums & Gardens is putting on the glitz again this Holiday Season with it's treasured annual event - Gardens Aglow!At this extra-special time of year, the good folks at Heritage adorn their acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands with more than 10 miles of twinkling, sparkling lights. It's truly an awesome thing to see!
Come stroll throughout the grounds and buildings and enjoy festive holiday displays, family-friendly activities, marshmallow-roasting, music and special performances, visits with Santa Claus, displays of model trains - and even a visit by some baby animals.
Country Christmas Open House
When: Weekends (Sat. & Sun.) from November 25 to December 17, 2017
Where: Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen, 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich
Thornton Burgess Society
Step back in time, into Ida Putnam's 1903 jam kitchen, for a glimpse of Christmas on Cape Cod over a century ago. The scent of jams and jellies cooking on the stove will have your mouth watering!
Try a sampling of the delicious Jam Kitchen products and a cup of mulled cider. Browse the variety of holiday gift ideas in the Green Briar shop offering jams, jellies, relishes, books and many nature-related items.
Wreath Decorating Workshop
Date: Dec. 3, 2017
Time: 10am & 1pm
Where: Scenic Roots 349 Rte 6A, East Sandwich
Join us and our designers as they help guide you to creating your own wreath masterpiece! All supplies included, refreshments also.
Reservations highly recommended. Choose the 10am class or the 1pm class. (508)888-0044 $40.00
Sandwich Chamber Holiday Market
Date: Dec. 5,2017
Time: 4-8pm
Where: Henry T Wing School
Come join us for a night of shopping and also a chance to meet 20 local businesses so you can Shop Small this holiday season.
First Night in Sandwich
When: December 31, 2017, 4-8 p.m.
Where: Sandwich Village, Main Street, and other venues in Sandwich MA
Admission: Most outdoor events are Free; Indoor events require admission button $10/adult, $6/child (ages 3-12) Buttons available locally and online.
First Night Sandwich Cape Cod's oldest town celebrates First Night in high style with an evening of traditional and unique, family friendly events. (Who's up for a rousing game of "Glow Bocce"???) Some highlights of First Night in Sandwich include live music, ice skating, giant illuminated sculptures (gorgeous!), ice carving, kids' crafts and story time, lanterns set afloat on the pond, plenty of tummy-warming food, and a costumed Revelers Parade that's not to be missed!
When: November 13 - December 30, 2017 during Museum hours (9:30 am - 5 pm)
Where: Sandwich Glass Museum, Main Street, Sandwich Village
Admission: Adults $9; Ages 6-14 $2; 6 and under free; Members free
508) 888-0251 / Sandwich Glass Museum
The Sandwich Glass Museum is all dressed up for the Holidays. In addition to the spectacular glass exhibits the Museum is known for worldwide, this time of year features special trees decorated with hundreds of unique glass ornaments created by some of the region's foremost glass artists.
"Gardens Aglow"
When: Weekends (Fri., Sat., & Sun.) November 24 to December 30, 2017 from 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Heritage Museums and Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich
Admission: Adults $18; children $7, 2 and under free
(508) 888-3300, ext. 175; Heritage Museums & Gardens
Heritage Museums & Gardens is putting on the glitz again this Holiday Season with it's treasured annual event - Gardens Aglow!At this extra-special time of year, the good folks at Heritage adorn their acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands with more than 10 miles of twinkling, sparkling lights. It's truly an awesome thing to see!
Come stroll throughout the grounds and buildings and enjoy festive holiday displays, family-friendly activities, marshmallow-roasting, music and special performances, visits with Santa Claus, displays of model trains - and even a visit by some baby animals.
Country Christmas Open House
When: Weekends (Sat. & Sun.) from November 25 to December 17, 2017
Where: Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen, 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich
Thornton Burgess Society
Step back in time, into Ida Putnam's 1903 jam kitchen, for a glimpse of Christmas on Cape Cod over a century ago. The scent of jams and jellies cooking on the stove will have your mouth watering!
Try a sampling of the delicious Jam Kitchen products and a cup of mulled cider. Browse the variety of holiday gift ideas in the Green Briar shop offering jams, jellies, relishes, books and many nature-related items.
Wreath Decorating Workshop
Date: Dec. 3, 2017
Time: 10am & 1pm
Where: Scenic Roots 349 Rte 6A, East Sandwich
Join us and our designers as they help guide you to creating your own wreath masterpiece! All supplies included, refreshments also.
Reservations highly recommended. Choose the 10am class or the 1pm class. (508)888-0044 $40.00
Sandwich Chamber Holiday Market
Date: Dec. 5,2017
Time: 4-8pm
Where: Henry T Wing School
Come join us for a night of shopping and also a chance to meet 20 local businesses so you can Shop Small this holiday season.
First Night in Sandwich
When: December 31, 2017, 4-8 p.m.
Where: Sandwich Village, Main Street, and other venues in Sandwich MA
Admission: Most outdoor events are Free; Indoor events require admission button $10/adult, $6/child (ages 3-12) Buttons available locally and online.
First Night Sandwich Cape Cod's oldest town celebrates First Night in high style with an evening of traditional and unique, family friendly events. (Who's up for a rousing game of "Glow Bocce"???) Some highlights of First Night in Sandwich include live music, ice skating, giant illuminated sculptures (gorgeous!), ice carving, kids' crafts and story time, lanterns set afloat on the pond, plenty of tummy-warming food, and a costumed Revelers Parade that's not to be missed!
Yarmouth
Taylor-Bray Farm Holiday Festival
When: December 2 & 3, 2017, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Taylor-Bray Farm, 108 Bray Farm Road, Yarmouthport
Admission: Free. $5 parking donation requested.
More Info: Taylor-Bray Farm
Bring the kids or the grandkids to historic Taylor-Bray Farm for this back-in-time Holiday Festival. Visit with the donkeys, sheep, chickens, and other farm animals. There'll be delicious homemade baked goods and handmade wreaths, swags, centerpieces and crafts for sale in the barn. Complementary refreshments will be served.
Yarmouthport Christmas Stroll
When: December 3, 2017 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Rt. 6A, Yarmouthport
Admission: Free
Yarmouthport Christmas Stroll
The village of Yarmouthport rings in the Holiday season with its annual Christmas Stroll. As is the tradition, the Village's businesses, restaurants, B&Bs, and museums welcome all with holiday decorations, food, and seasonal music.
Historic Bass River Holiday Cookie Stroll
When: December 9, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Old Main Street, South Yarmouth
Admission: $20 (tickets sell out well in advance of the event)
Yarmouth Libraries
Tour grand homes in the historic village of Bass River, see the sights, and pick up home-baked cookies along the way. What could be better?? When you purchase a ticket for the Cookie Stroll, your ticket is actually a cookbook with recipes for cookies served at the sites along this two-mile walking tour. Tickets to this popular event are limited and sell out quickly.
When: December 2 & 3, 2017, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Taylor-Bray Farm, 108 Bray Farm Road, Yarmouthport
Admission: Free. $5 parking donation requested.
More Info: Taylor-Bray Farm
Bring the kids or the grandkids to historic Taylor-Bray Farm for this back-in-time Holiday Festival. Visit with the donkeys, sheep, chickens, and other farm animals. There'll be delicious homemade baked goods and handmade wreaths, swags, centerpieces and crafts for sale in the barn. Complementary refreshments will be served.
Yarmouthport Christmas Stroll
When: December 3, 2017 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Rt. 6A, Yarmouthport
Admission: Free
Yarmouthport Christmas Stroll
The village of Yarmouthport rings in the Holiday season with its annual Christmas Stroll. As is the tradition, the Village's businesses, restaurants, B&Bs, and museums welcome all with holiday decorations, food, and seasonal music.
Historic Bass River Holiday Cookie Stroll
When: December 9, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Old Main Street, South Yarmouth
Admission: $20 (tickets sell out well in advance of the event)
Yarmouth Libraries
Tour grand homes in the historic village of Bass River, see the sights, and pick up home-baked cookies along the way. What could be better?? When you purchase a ticket for the Cookie Stroll, your ticket is actually a cookbook with recipes for cookies served at the sites along this two-mile walking tour. Tickets to this popular event are limited and sell out quickly.
We recently heard about one of the Top Holiday Toys for 2017 called: Watch Ya' Mouth Throwdown Edition. It is a fun family game that is sure to make the whole family laugh. Watch Ya' Mouth Throwdown is the evolution of the original, wildly popular, hilarious Watch Ya' Mouth game. Rather than just speak phrases, players now go head-to-head with hilarious and challenging tasks - while wearing mouthpieces. Throwdown Edition takes competition - and laughter - to the next level and builds on the multigenerational gaming phenomena.
Throwdown Edition has already been Awarded Top Holiday Toy of 2017 by Toy Insider & selected for the 2017 Amazon Holiday Toy List.
Want a hilarious family game to play during the Holidays? Your search is over. 15% off Coupon Code: 15THROWDOWN and purchase it here! Our moms have been offered a chance to review the game so stay tuned for our personal thoughts and tips on how to play Check out how to play below and add it to your holiday shopping list because it will definitely keep the laughter going all day long plus help engage the family in quality together time! Enjoy and remember: Watch Ya' Mouth!
Throwdown Edition has already been Awarded Top Holiday Toy of 2017 by Toy Insider & selected for the 2017 Amazon Holiday Toy List.
Want a hilarious family game to play during the Holidays? Your search is over. 15% off Coupon Code: 15THROWDOWN and purchase it here! Our moms have been offered a chance to review the game so stay tuned for our personal thoughts and tips on how to play Check out how to play below and add it to your holiday shopping list because it will definitely keep the laughter going all day long plus help engage the family in quality together time! Enjoy and remember: Watch Ya' Mouth!
Cape Cod Moms Parent Resource
February 3, 2018 Cape Cod Moms will be hosting the Inaugural Cape Cod Moms Parent Resource Fair at The Waldorf School of Cape Cod from 10am-2pm. Our mission is to continue to empower, connect and engage local parents with resources and family friendly businesses. We are hoping our Inaugural year is an overwhelming success!
If you have a family friendly business or non profit then we would like you to consider helping to support this event. Click here for more information including how to advertise in our program, host a vendor table, host a demo class, be a guest speaker, and more. There are deals for non profits (we do consider waiving the fee based on the non profit).
Please check out our 2017_mediakit.pdf for more info!
February 3, 2018 Cape Cod Moms will be hosting the Inaugural Cape Cod Moms Parent Resource Fair at The Waldorf School of Cape Cod from 10am-2pm. Our mission is to continue to empower, connect and engage local parents with resources and family friendly businesses. We are hoping our Inaugural year is an overwhelming success!
If you have a family friendly business or non profit then we would like you to consider helping to support this event. Click here for more information including how to advertise in our program, host a vendor table, host a demo class, be a guest speaker, and more. There are deals for non profits (we do consider waiving the fee based on the non profit).
Please check out our 2017_mediakit.pdf for more info!
Participating Businesses
Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session Ensures Long Lasting Memories
By: Amy
A few months ago, our family had the opportunity to check out Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session in time for Back to School. We had some amazing adventures and fun with the camera and you can read our review here. More recently we had a chance again to take a GoPro Hero 5 Session with us on a parent only vacation in exchange for sharing what we thought about it. It was an amazing opportunity to record memories from vacation to share later with friends and family!
By: Amy
A few months ago, our family had the opportunity to check out Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session in time for Back to School. We had some amazing adventures and fun with the camera and you can read our review here. More recently we had a chance again to take a GoPro Hero 5 Session with us on a parent only vacation in exchange for sharing what we thought about it. It was an amazing opportunity to record memories from vacation to share later with friends and family!
This time we were supposed to check out the GoPro Hero 5 Black, which has a screen in order to be able to see what you are recording versus the Session. Unfortunately there was a little confusion during the shipping process and we were sent the Session again. Verizon had the Black sent overnight to us and it arrived the night before we left however the camera was missing one of the waterproof plugs for the cord connection to the computer so we could not use it in the water. Verizon did everything they could to ensure our positive experience with the camera. But as we know as parents, sometimes things just happen and we roll with it!
Having used the Session before I knew how to secure it and use it, making me a pro this time. It’s so easy with one button operation and voice control and perfect for snorkeling adventures which is our favorite thing to do on vacation. Our most recent vacation we finally took our honeymoon sans children thanks to the grandparents! We traveled down to the beautiful country of Grenada, which is the furthest south we have ever been. One of the reasons we picked Grenada was due to the country’s beauty and underwater snorkeling. There is an underwater sculpture park which is a concept that combines art and coral protection with 68 different attractions dispersed along the shallow waters off Moliniere Point. It’s a great place to go snorkeling. It was created by the British sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor. The aim of the project was to build an artificial barrier where the coral and other marine life could migrate to and find a new home in an area that was highly devastated by the Hurricane Ivan in 2004. This has helped ocean life return to the area as well as helped stimulate the economy for the region. Due to the very active hurricane season, our trip kept getting pushed back all week and almost didn't happen due to water visibility issues. Lucky for us by the day before we left, they took us out and off we went with our GoPro in hand!
This excursion was the perfect way to get full use of the Session. The camera takes 4K video and 10 MP photos. It has the ability (again only 1 button!) to take single photos or a burst of photos depending on your setting. The session really does a lot despite being tiny in size it even has the ability to stabilize your videos. The pilot your own boat trip out to the snorkeling was so much fun! I love zipping across the water with the wind in my hair! I easily secured the GoPro to the front of our boat and recorded the sights as we traveled. When we arrived the underwater park took my breath away, it truly is amazing. Each set of sculptures has a story behind it representing the local culture and we learned so much about the Grenadians. I set the GoPro on record and just took video the whole time knowing I could edit upon our return home and the results were spectacular as you can see from the photos and video.
We were also given a rare chance to see a baby turtle release which as you can see from my video below I was able to catch up close with the GoPro. This was pretty amazing to see close up and the GoPro was super easy to get set up near them as they raced to the ocean! There were lots of other people with a GoPro at the resort however 99% of them had special cases for their cameras. Many of them were fascinated with the fact that the Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session did not need one as it is waterproof up 33 feet!
Overall I think the Verizon GoPro Hero 5 Session is a great camera and perfect for families especially with the holidays quickly approaching. It is small, easy to use and gets fantastic video. My only negative was that I couldn’t see any of the pictures or videos on the camera that I was taking until we arrived home. As a result there were a few photos that I wish I could have retaken and would have had I known. There is an app to use with it however being a frugal mom I did not purchase an international plan before the trip so the app would not work for me out of the country. The session does have the ability to automatically upload your content directly to the cloud for viewing, editing and sharing or can make videos quickly via the app. Personally for me I like being able to quickly see what photos I am taking as I do them, but for convenience and all the features this camera really is great and an affordable option for families. I am so glad we had this opportunity from Verizon to capture these memories of a beautiful place and our first vacation without the kids!
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