Music and Entertainment at Chatham First Night on Cape Cod

As promised here are the entertainers and music offerings at Chatham First Night. We still have rooms available to ring in the New Year. Book now for a fantastic New Year's celebration -- from your stay at the Inn to the festivities in Chatham.


Lee Amirault as Angus McPherson Scottish minstrel entertainment . . . humor and music. Eldredge Library, 8 pm

* Belle-Tones Three Andrews Sisters look-alike and sound-alike who will bring back memories as they sing the 40s songs. High School Methodist Church, 5 and 7 pm *

* Luigi Boccia Tenor extraordinaire. Will he be the next Pavarotti? He'll bring a tear to your eye and joy to your heart. You'll remember this performer! Congregational Church, 8 pm

Allan Brooks This talented singer will charm you.St. Christopher's, 7 pm
Liz Burke A tribute concert to Patti Paige, Connie Francis, and Patsy Cline. St. Christopher's, 9 pm

Rebecca Catron A Cape Cod native with a flair for Country-Western music. Elementary Cafeteria, 8 and 9 pm

Jimmy C's Real Deal Band A bluesy band with a definite attitude. With the band's harmonica-playing leader, you'll enjoy this toe-tapping music. Town Hall Meeting Room

Sorel Colina A 13 year old musician who plays the Celtic harp and will perform at the Faculty Art Show on First Night. Creative Arts Center, 7 pm

Cape Cod Bavarian Trio Trumpet, guitar and accordion! Polka with a mix of Czech, Irish, Russian, French, Spanish and German tunes. Foot-tapping fun for world music enthusiasts. St. Martin's Lodge, 7 and 8 pm

Cape Cod Fiddlers Ten of our most talented fiddlers and musicians . . . toe-tapping wonder! Grab a CD and take the music home with you! Methodist Church, 9 and 10 pm

Cape Cod Opera Our wonderful "day before" performers! Celebrate music from the 40's (1840 & 1940) from Broadway, the Opera, and Operettas. Methodist Church, 7:30 pm, Dec. 30

Chatham Drama Guild The Further Adventures of Nick Tickle--Fairy Tale Detective by Steph De Ferie, a local playwright. Directed by Karen McPherson, Chatham Middle School Drama Club. Produced by John F. Padgett. At 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm

Chatham Lightfoots Jump ropers extraordinaire from local Chatham schools. Atrium, 3 pm

Chatham Poetry Poetry Readings at the Eldredge Library, 7 pm

Cirque du Jour Back again by popular demand with all new acts... a must see for all, young and old! High School Gym, 2, 4, 7, and 9 pm

The Clancy Tradition From New York and Chatham . . . Irish music to warm your soul. Jr. High Gym, 7 and 8 pm

Crab Grass Cape Cod's own bluegrass artists! Bass, guitar, mandolin, banjo, and plenty of great vocals! Holy Redeemer Church, 7 and 8 pm

Colum Cille Pipes and Drums to stir the soul. Elementary Gym, 7 pm

Peter D'Elia A talented pianist in his 13th year with First Night Chatham. Chatham's Own Peter D'Elia continues to impress us with his keyboard skills. He will be playing Clementi, Ravel and Chopin. Congregational Church, 5 pm

The Elbows are four friends who got together one summer day to play music for some kids and their families...and they haven’t stopped since! Eldredge Library, 2 and 4 pm.

Shaun England Jazz Group Guitar, clarinet, and vocalist. St. Christopher's 1 and 2 pm.

Dreamers Big Band The classic big band sound . . . Dance, relax and enjoy. Monomoy Hall at Chatham Bars Inn. 8:30 - 11:30 pm.

Thom Dutton Celtic harp and vocals. A New Year's tradition! St. Christopher's, 11 pm
Feelin' Good Barbershop harmony with all the old familiar favorites. St. Martin's Lodge, 9 pm

Freddie and the Maybellines The beat goes on! Everyones favorite rock-and-roll band. Always a must!Community Center Gym, 8:30 - 11:30 pm

Brian Gillie Fantastic rock and roll music, song, and fun for the whole family. Junior High School Gym, 10 and 11 pm

Rick Goldin Music and puppets for children (and their parents!) Community Center Meeting Room, 4 and 5 pm

* Elena Griffin Elena does belly dancing and invites the audience to come forward and give it a try. Great exercise and great fun! Jr. High Gym, 9 pm

Jugglers Trevor Pearson . . . fanciful fun. Enjoyable for all. Performing at the Atrium at 4 pm.

Chris Henshaw Irish music. A one-man band to tickle your fancy.St. Martin's Lodge, 10pm

Scott Jameson Magic with a flair! Community Center Meeting Room, 3 pm

Greg Johnson Plays acoustic guitar -- a Chatham favorite! St. Christopher's Church, 5 pm

Keith Michael Johnson The Bubble Guy -- silly fun for kids. Elementary School Gym, 3 and 4 pm

Jumpin' Juba Steve Hurl on guitar and vocals, and Bruce Ward on piano, play blues mixed with many flavors of roots music, especially from New Orleans and Louisiana. Elementary School Gym, 8 and 9 pm

Joan Kirchner Vocalist with a program of 1940s songs. Methodist Church, 11 pm

* Rick Larrimore Presenting a tribute to Rod Stewart. Rick looks like him, dresses like him, acts like him and has that distinctive Rod Stewart wonderful sound. You're in for a treat! High School Auditorium, 6, 8, and 10 pm

* Lesli Loosli A soprano with a lovely and lilting voice. A gal who can definitely hit the high notes! Congregational Church, 11 pm

Anoush Longerstaey An accomplished 13--year-old pianist. Methodist Church, 4 pm

* Ross Mac Vicar Wood carving with a chainsaw . . . how very interesting! In the town parking lot to be enjoyed by all. 1:30 - 4:30 pm

Marcus the Magician Super magic for the young and the young at heart. Monomoy Hall, 5 pm

* MGM Trio A delightful group new to First Night who will definitely have you in a nostalgic mood. Elementary School Gym at 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm

Joe Marchio Congregational Church organist, Joe brings new excitement and vibrant sounds to the beautiful organ. Congregational Church, 10 pm

Monomoy Six Dixieland jazz to keep you dancing 'til 11 pm in the Atrium. 7 - 11 pm

* Jodi & Richard Mulcahy Two generations of family who do guitar and vocals with a flair. Holy Redeemer Church, 9 pm

John Murelle A versatile baritone singing the songs of Irving Berlin. Congregational Church, 3 pm

* Noteables Chris Morris takes the baton to this amazing chorus that will thrill and excite you with their incredible voices. Congregational Church, 7 pm

Lilly and Paul O'Brien Kids, try your vocal skills with Paul's help at some karaoke at Monomoy Hall, Chatham Bars Inn. 2, 3, and 4 pm

Oyez! Renaissance music performed with gorgeous period instruments. A rare musical treat. UU Meeting House, 9 pm

Pans in Paradise Steel Band trio featuring Bruce Guyon, Seth Martin, and Debby Martin with a Caribbean sound. Don't worry, be happy! Atrium, 2 pm

* Andrew Prete Acoustic guitar and vocals to give a new meaning to the blues, soft rock and a bit of pop. St. Christopher's, 10 pm

John Randall's Saltwater Jazz These three musicians will help you greet the new year in style with wonderful ukulele, drums, and bass. UU Meeting House, 10 and 11 pm

Dave Rauscher -- Everyones favorite classical guitarist! Another First Night Chatham faithful . . . and are we glad. St. Christopher's, 8 pm

Reunion Band A bluegrass band with lots of fun, toe tapping sounds to keep you happy. Community Center Meeting Room, 10 and 11 pm

The Rip It Ups Formerly Skeeter and the Buzztones, pop/rock with four guitars, a coronet, and vocalist. Community Center Meeting Room, 8 and 9 pm

* Sound Waves Eight lively ladies offering their songs in the a cappella tradition. Community Center Meeting Room, 7 pm

* Three Cats and a Dog An acoustic bluegrass/Celtic/swing/folk/pop band. Elementary Gym, 5 pm

Toe Jam Puppet Band Interactive high energy musical treat guaranteed to make the whole family wiggle and giggle. Community Center Meeting Room, 12:30 and 2 pm

Ashley Wade and Morris Ashley Wade, mezzo soprano, and Chris Morris at the piano. Opera to Broadway, spirituals to standards . . . a musical tour de force. Congregational Church, 9 pm

Martha Whatley and Peter Earle Romantic duets by two talented Cape Cod entertainers . . . pleasing audiences for many years. Methodist Church, 8 pm

Kids in the Community Lullaby of Broadway . . . John Murelle's students' voices go to the Great White Way. Congregational Church, 4 pm

Bell Ringing Pull the rope that rings the bell. St. Christopher's, 4 pm

After your fun day in Chatham and the fireworks, enjoy your New Year's champagne and treats in your room as you bring in the New Year at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa.

Remember the next day is our fillet Mignon brunch, salmon with cream cheese on bagels with a dollop of sour cream and caviar. Plus many sides to make for a great brunch.

New Year's Eve 2008 on Cape Cod -- Ring in the New Year 2009 -- Chatham First Night

Now with Thanksgiving behind us, Christmas shopping looming before you, and you are still looking for the perfect gift for that someone special. Look no further. Give your favorite someone a New Year's celebration at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa. Check our Special's Page for details for our New Year's Package. The package also includes your First Night button. Listed are many of the activities that you can enjoy on New Year's Eve and before. Make your reservations today by calling 508-255-0617. OH! and don't forget that Gift Certificates make a nice gift, too -- especially if you cannot travel for New Year's.


Celebrate the Forties!

Special Happenings for 2008 First Night Chatham


Special Luncheon to Honor Veterans of WW II

Monday, December 29, Noon to 3:00 p.m. VFW Hall by Invitation Only
The iconic photo at left symbolizes one of the happiest days of the 1940s - the end of World War II and the outbreak of peace. The photo was taken by Alfred Eisenstaedt for Life Magazine in Times Square on Aug. 14, 1945, during the celebration to mark V-J Day, the end of the war. First Night Chatham recognizes the contribution of the men and women who served their country so well during this critical period.

This special luncheon will be held to honor all of our local residents who served in the armed forces during the 1940s. Men and women left their homes and families for domestic and foreign places to support of the war effort and safeguard our freedom. Their work and sacrifice brought us peace for many years. We join with others in appreciation. The First Night committee continues to seek out the names of our honored veterans who served during this time. If you know of someone who has not yet been contacted, please email us at veterans@firstnightchatham.com!

Countdown Cod and Fireworks

Chatham's answer to Times Square at New Year's Eve is Countdown Cod*. Designed and built by First Night Chatham's Richard Clifford, the sculpture is a true work of art and a codfish with a personality. The cod will be hoisted 60 feet above the Oyster Pond parking lot on a crane at about 11:45 pm. Five minutes later, the cod will be illuminated by 20 halogen lights planted in its body. And at 11:59 pm on the dot, Countdown Cod will be lowered to the ground at the precise speed of one foot per second. When the cod completes its descent at midnight, the fireworks display will commence over Oyster Pond to welcome in the New Year. You have to see this!

Cape Cod Opera
The Cape Cod Opera will perform to celebrate Chatham in the Forties on Tuesday, December 30 at 7:30 pm at the Methodist Church. This performance requires a First Night Chatham button. The program will include selections from opera, operetta, Gilbert and Sullivan, and musical comedy.

The Town Photo and Lighthouse Tour

The tradition of the Town Photo is that all who show up at the Chatham Lighthouse on Noon of New Year's Eve will be included. Prints are available for purchase at CVS on Main Street.

At the same time and in the same place, the Coast Guard Auxiliary will conduct tours of the Chatham Lighthouse from Noon to 2:00 pm. You will enjoy the view from the top!

Carnival Caper Road Race

A costumed road race sponsored by the Chatham Squire. Register outside the Squire from 2:00 pm ($10). Costume judging at 2:30 pm. Race at 3:00 pm. T-shirts and beef stew served at the Squire after the race!

Ice Carving

Chip Koser comes to Chatham to demonstrate the fascinating art of ice carving. He will carve in the parking lot of Town Hall and no button is required.

Chain Saw Sculpture

New this year. Ross MacVicar shows the First Night Chatham crowd how a chain saw and a great imagination, coupled with skill, and a keen sense of safety, can turn an ordinary tree into a fabulous creation at the parking lot of Town Hall.


Horse and Wagon Rides

Grab a ride on Main Street at Town Hall beginning at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Ride through town the old fashioned way, slowly, taking in all the sights, sounds, and beauty of Chatham in winter.


No Button Required Events at the Atrium

Hear the soothing and happy sounds of the Pans in Paradise Steel Drums, watch the amazing Chatham Lightfoots jumping rope team, marvel at the Harwich Junior Theater jugglers, and enjoy every one's long time favorite dixieland band, The Monomoy 6 .

Noise Parade and Bonfire

The Noise Parade is a major component of the First Night tradition. Children and adults parade through town wearing costumes and sounding the loudest noisemakers possible. Assemble at 6:30 pm at the Methodist Church on Main Street, amble around the rotary to Stage Harbor Road, and complete the route to the Oyster Pond beach. Local merchants are likely to have a full stock of lightsticks, hats, and noisemakers. At the Oyster Pond, a bonfire and sing along await the paraders to celebrate a fitting end to scheduled kid's events at First Night Chatham.

Cirque du Jour

A very entertaining circus that is always enjoyed by adults as well as children of any age! The Cirque du Jour features clowns, animals, aerialists, jugglers, and amazing feats that you will not believe. In the afternoon and evening at Chatham High School.

This is just the beginning of the festivities. Will let you know what music performances are available for your listening pleasure at a later date.

December Discount -- Pilgrim Monument Lighting -- Provincetown, Cape Cod -- November 26th

Wednesday, November 26th -- begin your day with a guided hike with the Eastham Hiking Club. It is free and open to all. Call 508-255-3808 for details. Meet at Pilgrim Heights parking lot. Truro.

Then in the evening take a ride up to Provincetown. The official 2008 Lighting Ceremony of the Pilgrim Monument will take place on Wednesday, November 26 from 5-7 p.m., at the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum (PMPM). Come share in Cape Cod’s most beautiful tradition, which celebrates the Pilgrim’s First Landing in America at Provincetown. Local composer and pianist, John Thomas will provide entertainment and refreshments will be served by the Provincetown Business Guild. The lights will be switched on promptly at 6:00 p.m. and continue to shine every night through January 6, 2009. After the lighting, a raffle will take place with the winner receiving a pair of round-trip Provincetown/Boston tickets generously donated by Cape Air.

Friday there will be sales all around town, so you can begin your holiday shopping. Of course, you have to go to Snow's Department Store in Orleans. There you may become a kid again, when you play with their famous train set up. You can start all the trains, help the tiny skiers ride up the ski lift, and turn on the lights all around the "tiny" town. Most items in the store will be 20% off. You surely can find some wonderful Cape Cod memorabilia.

To help celebrate the holidays take 10% off any room on Sunday through Thursday in December. Cannot be applied to existing reservations. Offer ends Thursday, December 18, 2008.

Cape Cod Fall Things to Do in Eastham, Dennis, Chatham and Wellfleet

This week on Cape Cod (November 1 through November 8), there are a couple of things that you may not want to miss.

Theater


"Beatlejuice" Starcreations Theater, 7:30 PM, Thursday, October 30th at Hyannis Elks Club, 852 Bearses Way, Hyannis, $10, 508-747-1234."The Importance of Being Earnest", comedy, Chatham Drama Guild, 134 Crowell Road, Chatham, 8)) PM Thursday - Saturday; 2:00 PM Sunday, October 23rd through November 16th. Call 508-945-0510 for ticket information.

"The Producers" Academy Playhouse, 8:00 PM, Thursday through Saturday; 2:00 PM, Sunday through November 9th, $20, Main Street, Orleans, 508-255-1963.

"Shining City", mystery, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (W.H.A.T.), 8:00 PM, Wednesday through Sunday: 3:30 PN Sunday, through November 1, Julie Harris Stage, 1 Kendrick Avenue, Wellfleet, $32, $22 matinee, 508-349-9428.

“The Importance of Being Ernest” comedy, Chatham Drama Guild, 134 Crowell Road, Chatham, 8 PM Thursday-Saturday; 2 PM, Sunday, now through November 16, $15, Thursday $10, 508-945-0510.

“The Fantasticks” musical, Barnstable Comedy Club, opening Thursday, November 6 at 8 PM. Runs 8 PM Friday and Saturday; 2:30 PM Sunday, November 7 – 23, Route 6A, Barnstable Village, $18 and $16 for seniors, 508-362-6333.




Saturday, November 1, 2008

Book signing with David Wright “The Famous Beds of Wellfleet: A Shellfishing History,” 1 PM Jules Besch Stationers, 15 Banks Street, Wellfleet.
Music live at Joe’s Bar and Grilled at the Barley Neck Inn. East Orleans. Free live entertainment weekends. Halloween Costume party, tonight with Last Men on Earth, 9:30 to close.

Sunday, November 2

Architecture of Cape Cod talk with John DaSilva “Designing a Seaside Home,” 2 PM, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Route 6A, Dennis.

First Sunday film series “Life and Debt,” 2 PM, Unitarian Universalist Meeting House, Maine Street, Chatham, discussion follows, free. 508-945-2075

Sundays at Snow Library -- Edmond J. Harnett, retired teach of American History “The U.S. Constitution and American Political Parties,” 2:30 PM, Snow Library, Main Street, Orleans.

Monday, November 3

Fen Shui talk with Alexis Barron who teaches how one can make adjustments to lighten and brighten physical spaces, 1 PM, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Route 6A, Dennis, $15, free for Friends of CCMA.

Tuesday, November 4

Author talk -- Nancy Rubin Stuart “The Secret Pen of Mercy Otis,” 3:30 PM, Eldredge Public Library, 564 Main Street, Chatham.

Nau-Sets Square dancing, multi-level with intermediate rounds, 7:30 to 9:30, workshop 7:30 to 8:00 PM, Dennis Senior Center, Route 134, $7, 508-896-5237.

Wednesday, November 5

Music and literature lecture -- Dr. John F. Clark, “An Investigation into Endings in Music and Literature,: 7 PM, Eastham Town Hall, Route 6, free.

Thursday, November 6

One Night Stand – The FOG Group, 15 amateur photographers “For the Love of the Art,” 5:30 PM, Cape Cod Museum of Art, Route 6A, Dennis, admission by donation.

Lecture – “Fish Voices,” Dr. Rodney Rountree, marine biologist, 7:30 PM, Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Route 6A, Brewster. $5 members, $7 non-members.

Circadia Bistro and Tavern 86 Sisson Road, Harwich Port, 508-432-2769, Jazz with Michael Oakland in the tavern.

Cape Cod Happenings: Dance Festivals, Theatre, Costume Exhibit, and Home and Garden Expo

What a great past weekend! The Wellfleet Oyster Fest was just great! We all went and had a wonderful time with fresher than fresh oysters, shrimp, lobster rolls, Winslow's Tavern famous Bloody Mary's, children's festivities, live music, and quite an array of craft items. It really was a lot of fun -- in spite of the wind. However, that doesn't stop a New Englander from having a good time -- you just layer on more clothes and continue to have fun.

The marsh is changing colors with golden waves of marsh grass, white flowering bushes and dabs of red here and there. When the sun shines on the marsh it is a photo opportunity not to be missed. Ask about our special walk along Dyer Prence Road -- a small microcosm of the Cape for you to enjoy.

This weekend, October 23rd through 26th, offers a variety of activities.

Historic Costume Exhibit
Captain Bangs Hallet House
09/22/08 to 10/05/08 1:00pm - 4:00pm

11 Strawberry Lane, Yarmouthport. Featuring costumes & accessories from the museum collection 1825-1925. Sponsored by the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth and in part by MA Cultural Council. Admission $10. 508-362-3021.

Weavers’ Network Annual Exhibit
Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main St., South Yarmouth
10/22/08 to 11/02/08

More information: (508) 394-7100

3rd Annual Cape Cod Life Home & Garden Expo
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
10/24/08 to 10/26/08

The third annual Cape Cod Life Home & Garden Expo and Home Tour will kick off on Friday, October 24that the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis. The three-day event will include more than one hundred exhibitors from all sectors of the Cape's home improvement industry, including interior designers, building contractors, landscaping experts and many more. The weekend will also include free seminars and book signings with some of the Cape's most talented authors. New elements in this year's show will also reflect today's growing interest in all things "green" and "high tech". For the first time, the traditional Home Tour will be featured online. Exclusive prizes will also be given away throughout the entire Expo weekend, valued at thousands of dollars. Friday, October 24, 2008 from 12 pm - 4 pm. Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26, 2008 from 10 am - 4 pm. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. For more information, call 508-775-9800 ext. 50.

Orlean's Main Street Gourmet
42 Main Street, Orleans
508-255-1112

Sponsoring their 1st Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest. Bring your carved at home pumpkin to the store on Saturday, October 25th. Judging and photos begin at dark. All age are invited and there are 4 categories and 4 age groups. Prizes will be awarded in each age group and category. Official rules and entry forms are available at the shop, or call for entry details.

The Producers
Academy of Performing Arts
120 Main Street
508-255-1963
Thursday through Saturday, 8:00 PM and Sunday, 2:00 PM
Through November 9th

This little theatre does an amazing job with a big show, with a terrific set, great costumes and a superb cast that uses Mel Brooks witty dialogue and lyrics to such great effect that the audience was in stitches throughout much of the show on opening night. So if you could use an evening of laughter go see this play. You can't lose -- $20 admission.

Provincetown Dance Festival

Live performances by full dance troupes, panel discussions and workshops, 7:30 PM. Friday and Saturday, October 24th an 25th at Provincetown Theatre, 238 Bradford Street, $28.50, premium seats available. Call 508-487-9793

There are other theatre productions around town, and live music at different restaurants around the Cape. Also, many galleries are open so you can begin your holiday shopping. Find that unique gift for someone special on your list. Check out the Cape Codder newspaper for an extended listing when you arrive at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa -- oh, yes, and we still have Spa reservations available. So make your reservations for your stay and massage at the same time.

Oyster Fest (Festival) in Wellfleet, Cape Cod Schedule of Events

Looking for the ultimate in festival fun? Then come on down to Cape Cod and enjoy one of the last festivals of the season -- The Wellfleet Oyster Fest.

Here are the activities and times for a spectacular weekend:

Friday, October 17, 2008

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Number and Shirt Pick-up for Sunday's 5K Road Race
Baker’s Field Recreation Building across from Mayo Beach.

9:00 pm - 1:00 am Disco Night at the Lighthouse Restaurant
Lighthouse Restaurant, 317 Main Street

Dance to disco classics at this classic OysterFest tradition.


Saturday, October 18, 2008

8:00 am - 9:00 am Shucky's Day: part 1, On the Flats
A unique two-part local experience! Meet at Cove Road Parking lot for part 1, a visit to the grant of acquaculturist Jim O'Connell to tour his flats and harvest your own Wellfleet oysters which you will later shuck and enjoy paired with wine (part 2). Bring waterproof shoes if you have them. Cost is $50 per person, limit 15 participants. For information and registration, email Heidi Clemmer or phone 508-340-2424.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm Main Street Festival
Main Street and Town Hall Parking Lot

Food, Arts & Crafts and Education Booths open. Shuttle Service available from designated beach parking lots and Town Pier. Walk-in parking from Cove Corner Parking Lot and Wellfleet Elementary School. Handicap parking and accessible shuttle from Mayo Beach lot.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm SPAT Booth
Located just behind Town Hall

Stop by for information, schedule, registration forms, directions and lots of great OysterFest merchandise.

10:00 am - 10:15 am OysterFest 2008 Kick-off
Announcements and DJ from the Main Stage behind Town Hall

10:00 am - 1:00 pm U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Boat
Public dock at Wellfleet Pier (adjacent to Mac's Seafood)

Meet U.S. Coast Guard crew members and explore the 47-foot motor life boat designed as a first response rescue resource in high seas, surf and heavy weather environments. Open to all, free of charge.

10:00 am - 3:00 pm The Woodfleet Project Art Auction
Located behind Town Hall next to Hatch's Fish Market

TODAY ONLY: Wellfleet's own mobile art gallery brings one-of-a-kind works of fine art created by dozens of admired artists to the heart of the OysterFest. Don't miss the exciting action - bid early, bid often and take home an affordable piece by any one of the featured local and nationally-known artists. Bidding begins at $20 and all proceeds go to support SPAT's educational mission, scholarship and grants program.


10:00 am - 5:00 pm “Shellfishing in Wellfleet: 19th-20th Century”
Wellfleet Historical Society, 266 Main Street
Admission is free to a special exhibit in our new Annex of arts and artifacts concerning the history of the shellfishing industry in Wellfleet. Also, enjoy a look back through time at our quintessential Cape Cod village.


10:30 am - 11:15 am CrabGrass (progressive Bluegrass & Folk)
Music on the Main Stage

11:00 am - 4:00 pm Family/Children’s Entertainment Area
Entrance on Main Street at Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Featuring clowns, moon bounce, face-painting, oyster jewelry making, pumpkin painting, cotton candy, balloon twisting and more right off Main Street, but away from the crowds in the enchanting park behind Wellfleet Preservation Hall (the old Catholic Church).

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Haunted Wellfleet
Wellfleet Public Library, 55 West Main Street

Seems like some people love Wellfleet so much they never want to leave! Ghost hunters and authors of Cape Encounters, Dan Gordon and Gary Joseph, talk about Wellfleet's ghosts and haunted places. Admission is free.

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Guided Beachcombing Walk on Mayo Beach
Mayo Beach
Join staff from the Massachusetts Audubon Society Wellfleet Bay Sanctuary for a beachcombing and birding walk along Mayo Beach. Weather permitting, beachcombers will have the opportunity to wade with a seine net to see what small fish may be in the Harbor.

11:00 am - 1:00 pm Number and Shirt Pick-up for Sunday's 5K Road Race
Baker’s Field Recreation Building across from Mayo Beach

Advance registration available or download registration form here.

11:00 am - 1:00 pm Tennis Round Robin
Baker’s Field Tennis Court across from Mayo Beach

Sponsored by the Wellfleet Recreation Department. Information form available here or by visiting the Recreation Department, Town Hall, 300 Main Street or by contacting Becky Rosenberg: phone #508.349.0330

11:30 am - 12:30 pm Cooking Demonstration: Homemade Clam Chowder
Masonic Hall, corner of Bank & Commercial Streets

Seasonal South Wellfleet resident, JJ Gonson, voted Best Personal Chef 2008 by "Best of Boston", will prepare Clam Chowder with Bacon "like my mom used to make" featuring local bacon and Wellfleet clams. For more on JJ Gonson, visit her blog at www.cuisineenlocale.com. Cost is $10/per person, participation is limited to 75 people, online reservation system available October 1st.

11:30 am - 12:15 pm XCape (Motown, 50's thru 70's rock)
Music on the Main Stage

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Kid's Interactive Steel Drum Workshop
Family/Children's Entertainment Area Stage

Erik Sewer, originally from the Virgin Islands, will lead a steel drum workshop in the Kid's Area from 12 to 1 both days on a first come basis. Experience playing the island sounds on the steel drums and learn from a real pro!

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Oyster Shuck-Off, Shucking Contest Preliminaries
Main Stage

Emceed by local hero and reporter, Eric Williams, host of CapeCast, the daily webcast of the Cape Cod Times, seen at capecodonline.com/capecast. Register at the SPAT booth by 12:3o pm. Advance registration form available here or for more information contact Tracy Vanderschmidt. Prizes awarded:

1st Place-$1,000 2nd Place-$500 3rd Place-$250

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Erik and His Steel Band
Family/Children's Entetainment Area Stage

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cooking Demonstration: Oyster Cornbread Stuffing
Masonic Hall, corner of Bank & Commercial Streets

Seasonal South Wellfleet resident, JJ Gonson, voted Best Personal Chef 2008 by "Best of Boston", will prepare Oyster Cornbread Stuffing, "a Gonson family favorite for holidays and more". For more on JJ Gonson, visit her blog at www.cuisineenlocale.com. Cost is $10/per person, participation is limited to 75 people, online reservation system available October 1st.

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Book Talk: The Famous Beds of Wellfleet
Wellfleet Public Library, 55 West Main Street

Author and local historian, David Wright, will speak about the history of Welllfeet shellfishing and read from his new book, The Famous Beds of Wellfleet. Sponsored in part by a grant from Wellfleet SPAT. Admission is free.

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm The Woodfleet Project Art Auction
Next to the SPAT booth directly behind Town Hall

Don't miss the exciting final 30 minutes of bidding and the opportunity to add a beautiful piece of art to your home. Benefits SPAT''s educational mission, scholarship and grants program.

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Rip It Ups (Rockabilly)
Music on the Main Stage

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Shucky's Day: part 2, Sunset Soiree
Sol Restaurant, 15 Kendrick Ave (Mayo Beach)

Part 2 of Shucky's Day continues with a personal hands-on shucking demonstration followed by wine pairing of several exquisite offerings to sip while enjoying your own catch as the sun begins to drop over the bay. The shucking gloves and oyster knife are yours to keep.

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Spelling Bee
Wellfleet Public Library, 55 West Main Street

Join the craze and test your spelling skills at the annual OysterFest Spelling Bee with children's and adult rounds, prizes and fun! Register at the SPAT booth or the library by 3:00 pm. Registration form available here or for more information contact Ed Miller.

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pre-race Spaghetti Dinner
Masonic Hall at the corner of Bank and Commercial Street

5K road racers load up on carbs, but open to all.


Sunday, October 19, 2008

TBD Oyster Grant Tour
Wellfleet Shellfish Department, 30 Kendrick Ave

Sponsored by the Wellfleet Shellfish Department. Meet at Wellfleet Shellfish Dept for a guided tour of an oyster grant. For more information, contact Wellfleet Shellfish Constable Andy Koch: phone #508-349-0325.

9:00 am 5K Adult Road Race
Mayo Beach Parking Lot

Sponsored by the Wellfleet Recreation Department. Check-in and on-site registration beginning at 7:30 am at Baker's Field Recreation Department. Advance registration form available here or visit the Recreation Department at Town Hall, or contact Becky Rosenberg: phone #508.349.0330

10:00 am - 5:00 pm Main Street Festival
Main Street and Town Hall Parking Lot

Food, Arts and Crafts & Education Booths open. Shuttle Service available from designated beach parking lots and Town Pier. Walk-in parking from Cove Corner Parking Lot and Wellfleet Elementary School. Handicap accessible parking and shuttle at Mayo Beach lot.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm SPAT Booth
Located just behind Town Hall Stop by for information, registration forms, directions and lots of great OysterFest merchandise.
10:00 am 1.4 Mile Children's Fun Run
Mayo Beach Parking Lot

Sponsored by the Wellfleet Recreation Department. Check-in and on-site registration beginning at 9:30 am at Baker's Field Recreation Department. Advance registration form available here or visit the Recreation Department at Town Hall or contact Becky Rosenberg: phone #508.349.0330

10:00 am - 10:15 am OysterFest 2008 Kick-off, Day 2
DJ and Announcements from the Main Stage behind Town Hall

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Boat
Public dock at Wellfleet Pier (adjacent to Mac's Seafood)

Meet U.S. Coast Guard crew members and explore the 47-foot motor life boat designed as a first response rescue resource in high seas, surf and heavy weather environments. Open to all, free of charge.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm “Shellfishing in Wellfleet: 19th-20th Century”
Wellfleet Historical Society, 266 Main Street

Admission is free to a special exhibit in our new Annex of arts and artifacts concerning the history of the shellfishing industry in Wellfleet. Also, enjoy a look back through time at our quintessential Cape Cod village.


10:30 am - 11:15 am Crabgrass (progressive Bluegrass &Folk)
Music on the Main Stage

11:00 am - 1:00 pm Taste the Terroir
Masonic Hall, corner of Bank & Commerical Streets

To learn more about oysters, clams and terroir (the french word for "taste of place"), join Fisheries & Aquaculture Specialist Bill Walton from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution for an educational and fun "taste-the-terroir" seminar. Participants will sample 3 types of oysters and 3 types of clams from different sections of Wellfleet Harbor. Walton will provide details about the biology behind Wellfleet oysters and aquaculture in the harbor, while guiding a discussion to taste the differences. Wellfleet shellfishermen will also be available for questions. Cost: $10/per person, participation is limited to 50 people, online reservation system online October 1st.


11:00 am – 4:00 pm Family/Children’s Entertainment Area
Entrance on Main Street at Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Featuring clowns, moon bounce, face-painting, oyster jewelry making, pumpkin painting, cotton candy, balloon twisting and more right off Main Street, but away from the crowds in the enchanting park behind Wellfleet Preservation Hall (the old Catholic Church).

11:30 am - 12:30 pm Zoe Lewis and her Elastic Band (jazzy latin & quirky originals)
Music on the Main Stage

11:30 am - 12:30 pm Guided Beachcombing Walk on Mayo Beach
Mayo Beach

Join staff from the Massachusetts Audubon Society Wellfleet Bay Sanctuary for a beachcombing and birding walk along Mayo Beach. Weather permitting, beachcombers will have the opportunity to wade with a seine net to see what small fish may be in the Harbor.

12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Poekoelan Demonstration
Family/Children's Entertainment Area Stage

Sponsored by the Tulen Center for Martial Arts and Wellness/Willy's Gym. Poekoelan is a rare and beautiful Indonesian martial art.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Kid's Interactive Steel Drum Workshop
Family/Children's Entertainment Area Stage

Erik Sewer, originally from the Virgin Islands, will lead a steel drum workshop in the Kid's Area from 12 to 1 both days on a first come basis. Experience playing the island sounds on the steel drums and learn from a real pro!


12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Book Talk: The Famous Beds of Wellfleet
Wellfleet Public Library, 55 West Main Street

Author and local historian, David Wright, will speak about the history of Welllfeet shellfishing and read from his new book, The Famous Beds of Wellfleet. Sponsored in part by a grant from Wellfleet SPAT. Admission is free.

12:45 pm - 1:00 pm Pirate Shellfish Biggest Oyster Competition
Main Stage

Sponsored by Pirate Shellfish. Announcement of prizewinner! Oysters from participating shellfishers are collected and measured on Saturday morning to determine the biggest oyster. Owner of the biggest oyster and first prize winner will be announced. For more information on participating, email info@pirateshellfish.com.

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Oyster Shuck-Off, Shucking Contest Finals
Main Stage

Emceed by local hero and reporter, Eric Williams, host of CapeCast, the daily webcast of the Cape Cod Times, seen at capecodonline.com/capecast. Finalists check in at SPAT booth by 12:30 pm. Prizes awarded!

1st Place-$1,000 2nd Place-$500 3rd Place - $250

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Haunted Wellfleet
Wellfleet Public Library, 55 West Main Street

Seems like some people love Wellfleet so much they never want to leave! Ghost hunters and authors of Cape Encounters, Dan Gordon and Gary Joseph, talk about Wellfleet's ghosts and haunted places. Admission is free.

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Cooking Demonstration: Paella
Masonic Hall, corner of Bank & Commercial Streets

Homegrown Wellfleet chef, Fred Vanderschmidt, showcases 20 years of culinary expericnce that began at the Lighthouse Restaurant and culminated in serving as Executive Chef at Aesop's Tables. Fred will prepare an authentic paella (traditional Spanish rice dish) with Wellfleet oysters and clams. Cost: $10/per person, participation is limited to 50 people, online reservation system online October 1st.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Zoe Lewis's Funtabulous Show for Kids
Music on the Family/Children's Entertainment Area Stage

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Booty Vortex (disco, dance & funk)
Music on the Main Stage

5:00 pm OysterFest closes
See you next year!

There are still rooms available at the Inn for this fun filled weekend. So book early and enjoy our off-season rates.

Columbus Day Weekend and Yarmouth Festival on Cape Cod

Columbus Day is just around the corner. Yarmouth is celebrating their 30th Anniversary of the Yarmouth Seaside Festival. So get on board for a fun-filled weekend. The festival boasts a craft fair of more than 125 crafters from all over the country. There is a giant parade, continual musical entertainment, kayak and canoe race, 5K road race, greased pole contests, pie eating contests, fireworks display -- to name a few. The event is free for all to enjoy.

You can get a full schedule of events at yarmouthseasidefestival.com. We have two rooms available at this time. Our Carriage House 1 at $270 per night and our superbly luxurious Carriage House 5 at $365 per night. Carriage House 1 has a queen bed, private balcony, fireplace, sitting area, small frig and bathroom with a stall shower. Carriage House 5 is super romantic with a king bed, large balcony overlooking the wetlands, a fireplace, whirlpool tub for two, wet bar and frig, sitting area and more. All of our rooms have TV/VCR,DVD, CD players, and WIFI. So if you do need to bring your computer, you have the means to use it.

Truro Treasures Weekend and Truro Winery Grape Stomp

GET READY FOR A FUN-FILLED WEEKEND IN TRURO!

Truro Treasures began in 1992 when several community members, most notably Betty Groom and Boo Houstoun, envisioned a fall weekend for children and adults to raise money to help save the Highland Lighthouse, and to promote community pride and interest in Truro. As a result, a non-profit organization, called Truro Treasures, was created to sponsor the event. Since then Truro Treasures has evolved and expanded into an annual fall weekend event that is crammed full of activities.

This year's theme is "Community Spirit", and the Lighthouse logo is reminiscent of the first Truro Treasures, organized to help raise money to preserve Highland Lighthouse.

The weekend begins on Friday evening with a cocktail party at Adrian's Restaurant, 5 - 7 pm, right on Route 6, cash bar and complimentary hors d'oeuvres.

The Saturday and Sunday activities including the following:

A silent art auction at the Pamet Yacht Club. It will take place on Saturday, September 20th from 10am-4pm. Silent Bids will begin closing at 3:30pm.

The arts & crafts fair is held at Truro Central School Gymnasium, Route 6, Saturday & Sunday, September 20th and 21st, 2008, 10 am to 4 pm.

The flea market is Saturday, September 20, 2008, Truro Central School, Front Lawn, Route 6, Market Hours: 10am-4pm, Rain Date: Sunday, September 21, 2008.

Antique appraisals are Saturday, September 20, 2008, 10am-2pm, Pamet Yacht Club
by Keith Klinger, Professional Appraiser,$5 per Item. Bring in your treasures and find out their value!

Antique & classic car show is held Sunday, September 21, 2008, 11am-2pm, Seamen's Bank, Route 6, North Truro. For more information, please contact John O'Brien at 617-733-5183.

The treasure hunt begins at 10am-Noon, Saturday, September 20, 2008, at Town Hall Parking Lot. The object is to team up and find treasures to win 1st, 2nd or 3rd. Place. Sounds just like TV reality show.

Golf tournament at Highland Links Lighthouse Road, North Truro, 18 Hole Scramble,
Sunday, September 21, 10am. Sign up sheets will be available at the club house after Labor Day. Participants must pay when they sign up. For more information, please contact Carol Nickerson at 508-349-7360.

5k run/walk, Sunday, September 21, 2008, 8:15am Registration at Pamet Harbor Parking Lot. 9:00am Start ~ Finish at Ballston Beach. Registration Required. For information on the event, please contact: Phil Smith (508-487-8280)

Saturday evening dinner held on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Terra Luna Restaurant, Shore Road, Route 6A, North Truro. There Will Be Two Dinner Seatings: 6:00pm and 8:00pm. Seating is Limited - Advance Ticket Purchase Required. Tickets will be available at Dutra's Market and Truro Chamber of Commerce on July 30th. For more information, please call Gail Stevenson at 349-3142. $32.95 per Person, includes Tax, BUT NOT GRATUITY.

The climax of an entire weekend of family fun, art, music, storytelling, classic cars, flea markets, and more at the tip of the Cape takes place at Truro Vineyards, rain or shine, with a 6-piece jazz band, Moby Dick and the Wailers, playing on our expansive front lawn. Bring a picnic or purchase food here, plus tour the grounds and winery and buy a tasting of our nine varieties of Massachusetts-made wines for just $7 (you get to keep the glass).

GRAPE STOMP at 3:00 PM for "kids" of all ages. Take off your shoes and feel real grapes beneath your feet, in an aged wooden barrel under a mulberry tree.


Admission FREE. Food, souvenirs and and wine extra

SURF'S UP

Follow your dream and learn the ins and outs of surfing -- or learn just how to be able to stand up when that long awaited wave heads your way. The Pump House supplies your long board, wet suit and an hour of lessons and surfing -- all for $50 for singles and $40 is the group rate. Who knows maybe you will meet another couple at breakfast who also would enjoy an hour of adventure. Pump House has all you need for a fun-filled summer on Cape Cod! From snorkeling, to beach fashion and surf updates -- they've got you covered! Call 508-240-2226 for details.

Now if you are an arm chair surfer, this Sunday at 4:30 and 8:30 the Beach Boys will be here at the Melody Tent in Hyannis. COME DRESSED IN YOUR TROPICAL BEST AND BE ONE OF THE FIRST 100 GUESTS THROUGH THE GATES TO RECEIVE A FREE LEI!

The sun-kissed sounds of summer will reverberate under the tent again this year when the Beach Boys return to take the stage. The quintessential all-American band, the Beach Boys wrap their harmonies around the lyrics of songs like no others can, all the while conjuring up images reminiscent of beaches and bikinis, sun and surf, woody wagons and waxed down boards. "Wouldn't it be Nice " to bask in the warmth of such pop classics as "Good Vibrations," "Barbara Ann," "Surfer Girl," "Kokomo," "Little Deuce Coupe," "California Girls," "Surfin' USA," "Help Me, Rhonda,"… their list of hits is like an endless summer! So grab your party shirt, catch a wave and cruise on down for the concert where you can't help but have "Fun, Fun, Fun!" The Melody Tent Box Office is open daily from noon until 6 PM for in-person sales; or call Ticketmaster at 1-800-347-0808.

Cape Cod Nightlife and Music

On the Lower Cape you can enjoy music and good food. Joe's Bar and Grilled at The Barley Neck Inn on the way to Nauset Beach, East Orleans has free live entertainment on the weekends. Call for a reservation and if you are hankering after a boiled lobster, reserve one at the same time. Call 508-255-0212.

On Cahoon Hollow Road in Wellfleet, 508-39-6055, experience the only beach bar and grill for 40 miles on the National Seashore. Performances are as follows: Sunday--the Incredible Casuals. August 8 and 9--Apollo Sunshine. August 10--The Trainwrecks with Bouyant Sea. August 12--DJ Bed E. Green. August 13--WOMR benefit with Eric Lindell and August 14--Tjovi Ginen.

Bubula's by the Bay in Provincetown, 508-487-0773, on Thursdays through September 4th enjoy the Chandler Travis Philharmonette, 10-12:30ish -- call for details.

Around the corner and over the Bridge on Bridge Road to Samoset Road, in Eastham, 508-255-5438 enjoy an evening at First Encounter Coffeehouse. Doors open at 8PM with performance at 8:30. Tickets are $15 at the door, children free. August 16th is Vance Gilbert, singer/songwriter. Every Monday 7-8 PM is the Eastham Windmill Green Band Concerts. August 11th is Celtic Concert with Clayton, Denya and Greg

And, August 15th -17th is the 4th Annual Provincetown Jazz Festival at 8 PM at Provincetown High School. Call 866-811-4111 for reservations. Tickets are $25 for each night per person.

Oh, and don't forget the Pops in the Park 2008 featuring The Cape Symphony Orchestra with Maestro Jung-HO Pak. Tickets are available at Orleans Chamber of Commerce, Snow's Home & Garden and local banks. Call 508-255-1386 for more information.

That is only the tip of the iceberg. You can go on line and fine many more performances to suit your music tastes.