25% Discount on the East Suite, Events for June 27th on Cape Cod, Home of the National Seashore

Saturday, June 27th has some great events that you don't want to miss. Our East Suite is still available, and we will offer you a 25% discount if you would like to book the room for two nights -- tonight and tomorrow. Be adventurous and leave all your cares behind and stay at the Whalewalk Inn, where we will pamper away your daily stresses.

Here are some happenings for Saturday.

Antique Fair -- at Brewster Drummer Boy Grounds, 9:00 to 4:00

Farmers market -- Orleans on Old Colony Way, 8:00 to Noon

Benefit Yard Sale -- At Nickerson State Park,9:00 to 2:00

Barn Sale Fundraiser -- SheArtists, 9:00 to 3:00, Tonset Road, Orleans

Botanical walk -- Coy's Brook Woodlands, Harwich Conservation Trust, 9:30 AM, 508-432-3997

Self-Guided Garden Tour -- Village of Dennis Garden Club, 9:30 to 3:30, $15, 508-385-1952

House and garden tour -- Harwich Historical Society and Garden Club, 10:00 to 2:00, $25, 508-432-8089

Art in the Village -- Festival and sale, 10:00 - 4:00, tents set up throughout the village of Barnstable.

Outside sale -- Orleans Community Exchange, Post Office Square, Orleans, 10:00 to 3:00

Wellfleet garden tour -- self-guided tour to benefit Wellfleet Community Gardens, Noon to 4:00, $35, Rain date June 28

Eastham Painters guild outdoor fine art show -- Eastham Windmill Green, 9:00 to 5:30, both Saturday and Sunday

Baseball, baseball and more baseball. Root for your favorite team!

So Saturday can be a very busy day for you, especially if you enjoy browsing. Who knows what treasure you will bring home from the Cape. I always enjoy the cut glass, silver pieces, and embroidered linens. My granddaughter enjoys the jewelry, and we like looking at old-fashioned toys (as she says). We try to find things that I may have had as a child. Great to reminisce!

So bring your walking shoes and we will see you on Cape Cod.

June 11th Stay at The Whalewalk Inn & Spa on Cape Cod-- Experience Fine Cuisine at Winslow's Tavern at Nebbiolo Wine Tasting Dinner

Wow! Two amazing happenings on Cape Cod. The first is a three-night mid-week 40% off special at the Inn. This offer is good from Sunday through Thursday until June 18th. So book early for your first choice of room.

Second great deal on the Cape is at Winslow's Tavern in Wellfleet. They are having a Nebbiolo Wine dinner with Michael Kane of Rosenthal Importers on June 11th at 7:00 PM. Dinner will start with passed appetizers and a Deforville Moscato D'Asti 2008.

Once seated you will be served fresh fava beans with creme fraiche, mint and meyer lemon zest. The wine is a Brovia Roero Arneis "Sanchin Vezza D/Alba, 2006. This will be followed with Jumbo Scallop and Lychee Gazpacho and Cucumber Spaghetti. The wine for this dish will be Luigi Ferrando Erbaluce "Cascina Cariola," 2007

Next sink your teeth into a seared rare Tandoori rubbed sushi grand tune with orange saffron braised endive and roast radish. Sample a Luigi Ferrando Carema "White Label," 2004.

Still hungry? Get ready for Balsamic marinated quail with avocado, heirloom tomato and chioggia beet mosaic, served with a Luigi Ferrando Carema "Black Label," 2003.

And the last dish before desert is Long Island duck ragu, Madagascar green peppercorns, pasta blanket and wild ramps. The wine accompaniament is a Brovia Barolo, 2004 and a Brovia Barolo "Rocche Dei Brovia," 2000.

Always room for desert -- of course! There is just enough sweet in this Mixed Berry Blanc de Noir Trrine with wild berry gelato. The desert wine is a Luigi Ferrando "Solativo" Erbaluce di Caluso Vendemmia Tardiva 2005.

This feast is $70 per person excluding tax and tip. For bookings please contact Tracey Barry Hunt at 508-349-6450.

So take a break from your hectic schedule. Let us pamper you at the Inn, and let Winslow's Tavern pamper your palate. Enjoy all that is on the Cape during this beautiful spring season.

Staycation--No Way -- Pamper Yourself on Cape Cod, Relax at The Cape Cod National Seashore, Shop our Amazing Boutiques, and Enjoy Fabulous Restaurants

We keep hearing advertisements for "Staycations," What is up with that! One works hard all year just to gear up for VACATION. The idea of time off is to take advantage of the 4 "Rs" -- to rest, rejuvenate, relax and re-acquaint ourselves with those in our lives. How can one possibly do that, if they are staying in their own back yards. There is still cooking to do, so no great out-to-dinner meals. Beds still need to be made, rooms need to be picked up, and all those beach towels need to be washed. Staring at the lawn, you realize that needs to be mowed. You can't relax because someone always needs something from you.

Our solution -- Come to our back yard and start your vacation at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa.
No need to cook as you will have a gourmet breakfast upon awakening. Lunch is always great at a clam shack. Before dinner enjoy a light hors d'oeuvre on the back patio. And, of course, dinner can be either fine dining or relaxed. There is something for all palates. When you arrive back from dinner, search the video library, have a brandy or port, and a cookie, to appease the sweet tooth--Chocolate Sparrow has great deserts and candy, too. All that you didn't have to wash one pot, dish or pan.

As to your accommodations -- kick back and relax. Your room is freshened daily. Your bed is made before you finish breakfast. All you have to do is sit on your porch, balcony, deck or the gazebo, kick up your feet and read that book that is on your "bucket list." If you have dishes to wash, those will be taken care of also. No muss no fuss.

Stress Relief -- Bring those stress points to the Spa and have them worked on and out. A combination massage to alleviate those aches and pains, and soothe the senses is just what the VACATION ordered.

Take advantage of all that the Cape has to offer. The whales have been extremely wonderful this year, sometimes spotting up to 50 at a time. See the water ecology of the Cape, while taking a Kayak trip with the guides at Goose Hummock. Hiking, biking and birding are great sport found at the Cape Cod National Seashore and at the Audubon Nature Center. Wine tasting at the Truro Winery lends itself to a nice little respite in your travels -- and don't forget the spice shop across the street. Lighthouses dot the Cape for great tours and views. And, in the evening be sure to take in a play or two at the Cape Cod summer theatres (where summer stock theatre began.) And, soon Cape Cod League Baseball will begin. See baseball the way our fathers enjoyed it, sitting on a grassy knoll with your picnic dinner. Or, just simply take a walk at low tide on Cape Cod Bay, and watch for an amazing amount of sea creatures. Follow our simple guide and check off what you see.

So book your weekday vacation and remember until June 18th receive a 40% discount on any three nights, Sunday through Thursday. If you can only stay two nights, Sunday through Thursday, we will be happy to offer you our off-season rates through June 18th. Weekends are regular in-season prices now. Book early before your favorite room is taken. See you on Cape Cod -- the vacation that is only a car ride away.

Cape Cod Life's 2009 Best of the Cape & Islands Readers' Poll

What an exciting day at The Whalewalk Inn & Spa! We just received a congratulatory letter that the Inn is a winner in Cape Cod Life's 2009 Best of the Cape & Islands Readers' Poll. (Not just winners, but GOLD WINNER!)

The letter states "Our readers have a great loyalty to the magazine, and they take pride in voting for their favorite places on the Cape and Islands--you were voted among the very best! The results will be published in the June 2009 issue of Cape Cod Life. By the end of this month, this special issue will be on sale in retail outlets."

Thank you to all who have stayed with us and voted for us. We appreciate your loyalty, and the fact that you took the time to vote for us.

Mother's Day is fast approaching and we do have a little availability, if you are interested in a getaway. Check our availability page for room choice.

Also, Maritime Days are fast approaching and we are offering the mid-week (Sunday through Thursday 40% Off your room rate) special. Weekends are still our off season rates. Read some of the past blogs to see what is being offered for Maritime Days -- kayak trips, nature walks, sea tales and talks, lighthouse tours and much more. Be the first on your block to enjoy this seasons Wellfleet oysters, clam chowdah' and lobster. Golf courses are up and running, so plan a day of golf also. A fun day of golf is 9 holes at Highland Links in Truro, lunch at the Book Store in Wellfleet, while enjoying a water view, and then 9 more holes at Chequessette Golf Course.

A day trip to Nantucket makes for an exciting trip. Book through us and receive $6.00 off on each ticket. These tickets are available for the Hy-Line Cruises. You can upgrade these tickets to the first class section and receive complimentary breakfast treats and evening cheese and crackers. You can also upgrade to the Hy-Line Fast Ferry upon arrival for the 40 minute trip over. You will still have the $6.00 discount, but it cannot be booked in advance.

Make your reservations today and we look forward to seeing you at the Inn.

Maritime Days on Cape Cod-- Kayak Trips, Museum, Boat Shop and Chatham Fish Pier Tours,

May is fast approaching and with May comes wisteria, cherry blossoms, daffodils and Maritime Days. Maritime Days begin May 14th through May 21st. Below is a list of Friday activities. To check other activities, read our other blogs below. You can print the whole schedule from the blog. Also, for your Sunday through Thursday stay of three nights or more you are eligible for the 40% discount. Weekends are our regular off-season rates. If you are planning an earlier May vacation, remember that May 1, 2, and 3 is the Brewster Daffodil Festival. The schedule of events can be found further down on the blog.

SUNDAY, MAY 17

Boat Tour of the Historic Lower Cape
Time: 10-11 a.m. and 3-4 p.m.
Location: The River, Orleans to Pleasant Bay
Join Blue Claw Boat Tours for a one-hour narrated boat tour through the Lower Cape’s most pristine rivers, bays and island passages to learn about their history. View working fishermen and bay men as they go through the centuries old traditon of harvesting the sea. Glimpse diverse wildlife, including seals, shorebirds and waterfowl. Dress warmly, non-slip footwear preferred.
Cost: $20 per passenger
Information: Reservations required. Call 508-240-5783om

Columbia: The 18th Century Maritime Adventures of Privateer and Explorer John Kendrick
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Brooks Academy Museum, 80 Parallel Street, Harwich
Discover the maritime adventures of Harwich-born John Kendrick, whose circumnavigation of the globe helped establish the China trade.
Cost: $4
Information: 508-432-8089

Harbor Your Arts Artist Shanties
Location: Bismore Park, Ocean Street, Hyannis
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Harbor Your Arts artist shanties are a unique harborfront location for artists to create and sell their work. All work is juried, and includes painting, photography, glass blowing, jewelry and more!
Cost: Free

Heritage Kayak Guided Fishing Tour
Come fish on the kayak sponored by Cape Cod Sea Sports/Hyannis and Cape Cod Fly Fishing. $150 per person includes kayak rental and guide tour with professional Fly Fishing guide Michael Mullaney of www.capecodflyfishing.com. Michael is the Loop Fly Rod Co. endorsed fly fishing guide for Cape Cod & Heritage Kayak Co. endorsed fishing guide. Anglers can spin fish or try their hand at fly fishing.
Cost: $150
Information: Contact Michael at 508-208-2265

Kayak the Waterways of the Lower Cape
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Nauset Marsh, Eastham
Investigate different coastal habitats during these exceptional kayak tours that include kayak instruction and environmental education. Certified kayak instructor and coastal educator, Dick Hilmer will lead you through sheltered creeks, into bays and marshes, and towards islands rich in cultural history. During the three-hour coastal exploration, the certified guides of Explore Cape Cod Tours will provide professional instruction in easy to paddle, comfortable and stable tandem kayaks. Perfect for novice or experienced paddlers. All equipment is provided including kayak, paddle, lifejacket and instruction – just bring a smile and a bottle of water, and $30 per person.
Information: Due to space limitations, reservations are required. Please call 508-240-1211. You will receive directions upon making your reservations.

Memoirs of Old Truro
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Truro Community Center, Truro
Kick-off event for Truro's 2009 "One Book, One Town" program. Richard Whalen will provide an overview of Truro's history to introduce a series of programs based on Anthony Marshall's book "Truro, Cape Cod, As I Knew It." Sponsored by the Truro Public Library and the Truro Historical Society.
Cost: Free
Information: 508-487-1125

Open House at Three Sisters Lighthouses
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Park at Nauset Light Beach in Eastham, follow signs to the lighthouses
These 19th century lighthouses once provided a beacon for sailors off the shore of Nauset Light Beach. Come and learn their history and importance.
Cost: Free
Information: 508-255-3421

Tours of Race Point Lighthouse
Time: 10 a.m to 3 p.m.
Location: Race Point Lighthouse, Provincetown
Tour the historic structure at Race Point. The Keeper’s House has been meticulously restored to its 1950’s-era beauty. Climb the stairs to the top of the lighthouse for a breathtaking view. Free transportation from the Race Point Beach parking lot (lower level). Light refreshments will be served.
Cost: Free
Information: 508-487-9930

Tours at Nauset Lighthouse
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Nauset Light, North Eastham
Guided tours of the lighthouse, open to the public. Please park in the Nauset Beach parking lot.
Cost: Donations are welcome
Information: 508-240-2612

Besides all these extra activities, take advantage of whale watching with the Dolphin Fleet, Lighthouse tours, fabulous restaurants and the beautiful Cape Cod National Seashore.

Book your reservation today -- and remember to book your massages at the same time.

Spring Break on Cape Cod--Travel on the Hy-Line Cruises to the Kennedy Compound and Nantucket--40% Discount at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa

Hy-Line Cruises are gearing up for the season. So when planning your vacation at the Whalewalk Inn (Take advantage of our 40% discount from Sunday through Thursday), add the Cruise as one of your outings. See our Special's Page for details. During school vacation week, April 20th through 26th, climb aboard a Harbor Cruise for 1/2 PRICE! Book your Hy-Line Cruise now. Learn about the history of Hyannis and local area landmarks on your way to view the historic Kennedy Compound. Cruises leave at 10:00, 11:15, 12:30, 1:45, and 3:00. Call 508-790-0696 for reservations. Cost is $8.00 for adults.

If you are planning a day trip to Nantucket from the Inn, book out of Hyannis and you will be on Nantucket in no time flat. It is a 30 minute drive to Hyannis and 40 minutes by boat. The ferry drops you right in town and then let the fun begin as you stroll down the cobble stoned streets. Here are two events that are coming up on the Island.

DAFFODIL FESTIVAL WEEKEND
April 24 - 26, 2009

From early-April to mid-May, over three million daffodils of every color, shape and size will bloom on Nantucket Island. This blossoming, and the advent of spring itself, is the focal point of the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Daffodil Festival.Originated by the late Jean MacAusland, a summer resident of Nantucket and former publisher of Gourmet magazine, the weekend has grown into a full-scale celebration of winter’s thaw, joyous for both islanders and visitors alike. Daffodils adorn the island’s roadsides, gardens and shop windows with blossoms of yellow, orange, white and even pale pink. The Daffodil Festival’s grand event, held on Saturday (Rain or Shine) is the Annual Antique Car Parade, featuring over 100 daffodil-bedecked antique cars (pre-registration necessary for participation.) After winding through town and across the island to the charming village of Siasconset, participants join residents and visitors for the Annual Daffodil Tailgate Picnic. Held on the lush lawns leading into the village the picnic boasts fare ranging from elaborate gourmet cuisine served on fine china to box lunches and burgers. Other highlights include the Nantucket Garden Club’s Annual Daffodil Show, Daffy Dog Parade, Children’s Daffodil Parade and The Daffy Hat Pageant.

NANTUCKET WINE FESTIVAL
May 13 - 17, 2009

A multi-faceted exploration of food and wine emphasizing Nantucket's historic celebration of all things gastronomic. For over twelve years, Nantucket Island becomes host to over 100 wineries of international acclaim with special events including celebrity chef cooking demonstrations, seminars, auction and new Lunch Symposia. Come sip wine in grand homes and dine in Nantucket's world-class restaurants! For a wine festival program or reservations, call 508-228-1128 to see what is appealing and available.

Cape Cod Maritime Days Schedule for May 14th--Enjoy 40% Discount on Room Rates at the Whalewalk Inn and Spa

Exciting times on Cape Cod are in full swing during Maritime Days. Our previous blog tells what is happening on the 13th and below are activities for Sunday the May 14th. Some do require reservations, so plan ahead.

Make sure you call for reservations at the Inn, so you can enjoy our Anniversary 40%discount on room rates. See details on our Specials Page. Also, Spa reservations should be made at the same time.

THURSDAY, MAY 14

“Thermometer-Mania Tour”
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Porter Thermometer Museum, 49 Zarahemla Road, Onset
The curator will provide guided tours of the museum in Onset, the Thermometer Capital of the World. Emphasis will be placed on maritime thermometers. Tour includes the museum’s collection of over 1,000 devices, recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records and Ripley’s.
Cost: Free
Information: 508-295-5504

Walking Tour: Where the Spark of Magic Happened
Time: 2 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Meet in the parking area of the Marconi Station site in Wellfleet
Explore the site where Guglielmo Marconi transmitted the first official wireless message across the ocean in 1903. Quarter-mile walk.
Cost: Free
Information: 508-255-3421

For the Memorial Day Weekend we have added some extra excitement with our Scavenger Hunt. Prizes will be awarded and winners will be announced at our first picnic of the season. Kevin and Brendan will be smokin' their famous bar-b-que, and Heather and I will be making summer salads and desert. Bring your own drinks and join us for a fun evening. Grand prize is 2 Free Night stay at a future visit. Some other restrictions will apply. See you soon!

April Happenings on Cape Cod -- Romance, Music, Hiking, and Art

Hope everyone had a great Super Bowl weekend. We were very fortunate to have neighbors in to celebrate the game with chili and all the fixings, plus some great deserts to cool off the heat of the chili.

If you still haven't made your reservations for 2009, please check our special's page for details for our 40% off during the spring on weekdays. Also, check our honeymoon package and plan early so you will have the room you want for this special time in your lives. If you are attending the Cape Cod Institute, mention the 10% discount -- good to March 31st. Check your syllabus and make your reservations today.

Here are a couple of events for the beginning of April. We open the first weekend in April, so hope to see you then. Here are some events for your getaway enjoyment -- remember too, that the spa will be open for exercise, sauna, hot tub, resistance pool, and of course, the best massage on the Cape.

Winter Wednesday Walks:

Join our hearty little group on Wednesday afternoons for a fun and informative nature walk on the Upper Cape led by Thornton W. Burgess Society Naturalist Patricia Gonser.

Meet at 1:00 pm at the Green Briar Nature Center in East Sandwich and travel together by van to different conservation areas each week. Walks end at 4:00 pm.

Call 508-888-6870 to register.

Fee is $8 for members, $10 for non-members.

Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum Show Art Treasures

The Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum (PMPM) is proud to announce that it will be exhibiting world renowned art treasures for public viewing at a special winter opening.

On Valentines Day/President’s Day weekend, The PMPM will open its doors to the public with free admission to view five paintings that are on loan from the Town of Provincetown Art Collection.

These incredible works of art are on loan and being exhibited for the first time since the closing of Provincetown Town Hall due to the current renovation project.

The exhibition features the 1915 masterpiece by Charles W. Hawthorne, “The Crew of the Philomena.” Other works on display are by artists Max Bohm, Frederick Judd Waugh, William Halsall and George Elmer Browne. Hawthorne established the Cape Cod School of Art in 1899 and taught hundreds of artists who traveled to Provincetown to study with him until his untimely death in 1930 at the age of 58. Bohm was Hawthorne’s teaching assistant. Call 508-487-1310 for more details. Be sure to put this event on your list of things to do on Cape Cod.

Cape Cod Horticultural Conference

Get a jump on your spring gardening plans. Learn how to have the most beautiful garden ever. Sponsored by the Cape Cod Cooperative Extension and the Master Gardeners Association of Cape Cod.

Saturday April 4th 2009, from 8:30AM to 4PM.

Held at the Barnstable Performing Arts Center, Barnstable High School, 744 Main Street, Hyannis, MA.

Cost $45.00; All paid registrations received before March 13th will include lunch. Walk-in registrations welcome on the day of the event, but these will not include lunch.

Speakers:

Bill Cullina “What the Heck Will Grow Here?” Native plants for difficult situations.

Mal Condon “Hydrangeas, Hydrangeas” All about hydrangeas including new & over-looked varieties.

Alan Armitage “Crazy Plants for Crazy People” Annuals and perennials to add pizazz to your garden.

To receive registration materials call the Cape Cod Cooperative Extension at 508-375-6690 during business hours.

Plant sale, door prizes and book signing by the speakers.

For more information call: 508-375-6690.

Eventide Arts presents "Brian Morris & Friends"

Composer/songwriter Brian Morris appears in concert as part of the Eventide Arts "Voices of Cape Cod" series. Morris has been a professional composer for over 25years. His compositions have been heard on national television and radio, and in various other media. As as songwriter, he has won numerous awards, including two Grand Prize awards in Eventide’s annual "Songfest" competition, and First Place in the Great American Song Competition (Gospel category) in 2005.

Brian will be joined in this program by fellow singers and musicians well-known to Cape audiences. So join in on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 7:30 PM & Sunday, April 5, 2009 at 2:30 PM.

Location:
Gertrude Lawrence Stage
Dennis Union Church
713 Main St., Route 6A
Dennis MA 02638
Contact Information:
Box Office
508-398-8588

Mendelssohn Celebration

April 4, 2009, Saturday 8:00 pm
April 5, 2009, Sunday 3:00 pm

Barnstable Performing Arts Center, 744 West Main Street, Hyannis.

For tickets call 508-362-1111 or order online at www.capesymphony.org

Jung-Ho Pak, Conductor
Phillipe Quint, Violin - Chorus pro Musica Women’s Voices
A musical and dramatic tribute to Mendelssohn on the 200th anniversary of his birth.

Program
Felix Mendelssohn

- Hebrides Overture, “Fingal’s Cave,” Op. 26

- Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in E minor, Op. 64

- A Midsummer Night’s Dream: A Dramatic Presentation

Inspired by the eerie echoes of waves in the sea caves of Scotland, Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture depicts the atmosphere of a natural cathedral – an overwhelming vastness punctuated by strange sounds and colors. The utmost elegance, wit and fluency of Mendelssohn’s Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in E Minor are passionately expressed by violinist and Grammy Award nominee, Philippe Quint. With its fairies, elves and magical spells, A Midsummer Night’s Dream captures the magical tone of the Shakespeare play. Talented choral singers from Chorus pro Musica and accomplished Shakespeare actors bring an authenticity to the stage. A celebration of the Mendelssohn bicentennial (b. 1809).

Guest Artist
From the moment he takes the stage, violinist and Grammy Award-nominee, Phillipe Quint, captivates audiences with his charismatic presence. Beyond his recognized star power, Mr. Quint is often lauded for a “poetic lyricism” in repertoire that ranges from Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms to the leading composers of our time.

Known for innovative programming and high quality performances, Chorus pro Musica has built a superb reputation as one of the great choruses of New England. The Women’s Chorus represents the organization’s 100 highly talented musicians.

Location:
Barnstable Performing Arts Center
744 West Main Street
Hyannis
Contact Information:
508-362-1111

Stay at the Whalewalk Inn with that special someone and enjoy all that the Cape has to offer.

Discount for a Romantic Spring Getaway, Honeymoon or Anniversary on Cape Cod

Check the special's page for the Whalewalk Inn & Spa. The savings are out of this world. Use your savings for a wonderful spa experience with Heather or Jan. Either one will give you the massage of a lifetime.

After a romantic dinner at Abba, Nauset Beach Club, Captain Linnell or one of the other amazing restaurants in the area, take advantage of Cape Cod theatre. Showing in May in Dennis where summer theatre was born, is "Brighton Beach Memoirs" by Neil Simon -- Gertrude Lawrence Stage, Dennis -- 05/07/09 to 05/24/09 -- Route 6A and Old Bass River Road, Dennis (508) 398-8588. Call for your tickets today.

May 15,2009 6:00pm - 9:00pm is the Toast of Harwich, Wequassett Inn Resort, Harwich. Silent auctions and exhibits by local artists, wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres from Harwich's finest restaurants. Varies -- Call 508-430-1165 for details and reservations for dinner and special events.

Make your reservations at the Inn and for your spa treatments. See you mid-week for our 40% DISCOUNT to celebrate our 40th anniversary.