Give a Great Gift & Support The AFCC!
Just in time for the holidays, the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod offers many great gifts in our online store!
We offer tote bags, ties, scarfs, gift certificates, note cards, posters, lithographs, t-shirts, and memberships.
Holiday Sale - 50% OFF Pops by the Sea Lithographs: Several years of Pops by the Sea commemorative lithographs valued at $100 are now on sale for only $50 until December 31 (S&H may apply. Offer excludes Sam Barber's 1988 lithograph.) Browse our online store to view an array of lithos, and purchase online or in our Centerville office this holiday season.
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Support the Arts Foundation by Shopping at AmazonSmile
When you shop smile.amazon.com the AmazonSmile Foundation donates 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod!
Click here to start shopping! The AmazonSmile Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private foundation created by Amazon to administer the AmazonSmile program. All donation amounts generated by the AmazonSmile program are remitted to the AmazonSmile Foundation. In turn, the AmazonSmile Foundation donates those amounts to the charitable organizations selected by our customers. Amazon pays all expenses of the AmazonSmile Foundation; they are not deducted from the donation amounts generated by purchases on AmazonSmile.
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Opposites Attract: Schedule a Group Tour!
The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod, together with the Cotuit Center for the Arts, announces the eighth year of their collaborative winter exhibit January / February 2015. This year's exhibit is titled Opposites Attract, featuring artists' interpretation of the theme - literally and figuratively.
Group Tour
Reservations are now being taken for Group Tours of the exhibit. Perfect for children of any age. Groups of 10 or more students will be offered a docent tour of the exhibit, an art class on the exhibition's theme, and a scavenger hunt through the gallery!
For more info on scheduling a group tour, please email [email protected] or call 508-362-0066 ext. 12 / artsfoundation.org/art-exhibit
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AFCC Internship Opportunity for Summer 2015
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AFCC Summer 2014 Interns
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The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod announces summer 2015 internship opportunities for college students or recent college graduates interested in careers in Arts & Culture or Non-Profit Organizations with an application deadline on February 15, 2015 by midnight.
Our high energy environment is suited for multi-taskers with strong initiative and attention to detail with the opportunity to dedicate their summer to immersing themselves in the regional arts and cultural community on Cape Cod.
Interns will gain hands on experience with all aspects of the following projects:
- 30th Annual Pops by the Sea Concert in Hyannis featuring the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra
- 26th Anniversary Pops in the Park Concert in Orleans featuring the Cape Symphony Orchestra
- TD Bank Summer Concert Series featuring 32 outdoor concerts in 8 towns over 4 weeks featuring the Cape's best local musical groups
Duration for most interns: Late May through late August (some interns may start early May or stay through August 28, 2015)
Hours: Full-time; with evening and weekend work
Stipend: $10/hour
Application Deadline: A cover letter, resume and references must be received by February 15, 2015. Send by email to [email protected] or by mail to AFCC, 3 Patti Page Way, Centerville, MA 02632
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Go Exploring on ArtsCapeCod
Visit ArtsCapeCod and fill your calendar with arts & cultural events throughout the Cape!
ArtsCapeCod was designed to promote the estimated 3,000 cultural events that happen right here on Cape. We are currently promoting over 500 events, and we welcome all new events! The site has an
on-line box office capability, allowing a site visitor to book tickets to multiple venues, as well as a comprehensive calendar that has the capability of feeding information to other media outlets. ArtsCapeCod is being made possible through an Adams Grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and contributions from the Cape Cod Foundation, John K & Thirza F. Davenport Foundation and the Edward Bangs Kelly & Elza Kelley Foundation.
For more information about ArtsCapeCod please contact Project Manager Ben Hughes by emailing [email protected]
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See What's Happening at the Academy of Performing Arts!
Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol - December 12 - 28, Fridays and Saturdays 8 - 10 pm & Sundays 2 - 4 pm: Move over Scrooge, it's Jacob Marley's turn to tell his story. This twist on a classic holiday tale is one of The Academy Playhouse's favorites, and it is one you do not want to miss! Running until December 28th, there is still plenty of time to see this magnificent show.
Sounds of the Season - Monomoy Room at Chatham Bars Inn - December 21, 4 - 6 pm: This wonderful evening full of winter and holiday favorites will warm your heart! Join your favorite Academy of Performing Arts Players as they offer some of their favorite tunes and holiday traditions. One performance only!
Academy of Performing Arts is located at 120 Main Street, Orleans. Chatham Bars Inn is located at 194 Seaview Street, Chatham. Info & tickets: 508-255-1963 / apacape.org
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Shopping local for the holidays is a gift to your community!
Support the hundreds of local artists, designers, crafters, and artisans that contribute to our region's economy. This holiday season when you shop local you're giving your loved ones so much more than gifts. You're giving them a better place to live.
Shop Local & Support Local Cape Cod!
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Festival of Trees at the Osterville Historical Museum
Osterville Historical Museum presents a Festival of Trees on December 12, 10 am - 6 pm & December 13, 10 am - 3 pm.
Dozens of magnificently decorated tabletop trees with be displayed by local merchants. The museum plans to extend their hours for this popular silent auction event.
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Holiday Cookie Stroll in Historic Bass River to Benefit South Yarmouth Library
The South Yarmouth Library Association sponsors the Ninth Annual Holiday Cookie Stroll on December 13, 10 am - 3 pm rain or shine in historic Bass River, South Yarmouth.
Your "ticket" for the day will be a cookbook with recipes of all cookies served on this two-mile walking tour to ten sites, including seven private homes - The Cultural Center of Cape Cod, an added treat this year to the Yarmouth Friends Meeting House and Schoolhouse. The tour also includes an Open House at the South Yarmouth Library. The cookbook comes with a festive drawstring bag for collecting cookies along the way! Free trolley transport will be available between groups of houses. All proceeds go to support the South Yarmouth Library.
Tickets are limited and may be purchased until the day of the Stroll at the South Yarmouth Library (312 Old Main Street); Bass River Show Repair (146 Old Main Street); and Adrene Jewelers (1198 Route 28 in the Hearth and Kettle Plaza). Children under 12 are free. Tickets may be reserved with a credit card at 508-760-4820, ext. 1313. For more info please contact Peggy Creighton at 508-394-2983.
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Edgartown Board of Trade presents 33rd Annual Christmas in Edgartown
Edgartown Board of Trade presents and sponsors the 33rd Annual Christmas in Edgartown, a weekend celebration on Martha's Vineyard, now - December 14.
An Island tradition for 30 years, Christmas in Edgartown celebrates the holidays and allows visitors to experience the charm of Edgartown in the winter. Events include the Great Chowder Contest, pictures with Santa, lighting of the lighthouse, the Christmas parade, shopping and sales, and holiday themed events benefiting Island charities.
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Holiday Soiree & Online Exhibit presented by Cape Cod Art Association
Welcome the Holiday Soiree, now - December 19: Enjoy wine tasting provided by Barnstable Market and indulge in delicious chocolate appetizers in this special after-hours reception. Be the first to view the wonderful handmade works and get a jump start on your holiday shopping.
Reflection Online Photography Exhibit, now - December 19 at photographycenterofcapecod.org: The Photography Center of Cape Cod, a program of the CCAA presents this upcoming open juried online photography exhibit. The concept, reflections, is a uniquely related human philosophy and knowledge, whether it is an actual reflection or introspective reflection. Twenty five works have been chosen and will be featured soon!
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Holiday Art Market & Gift Gallery at the Falmouth Artists Guild
Falmouth Artists Guild announces their Holiday Art Market & Gift Gallery, now - December 23.
Looking for unique gifts for the special people on your holiday list? Look no further than the Falmouth Art Center Holiday Art Market & Gift Gallery. From November 22 through December 23, you can purchase artwork and original hand-crafted gifts including jewelry, pottery, scarves, hats, sculpture, quilting, stained glass, greeting cards and decorated table top trees from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Monday through Saturday and 1:00 to 4:00 pm on Sunday.
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Small Works at Tree's Place
 Tree's Place presents Small Works, now - December 30.
Just in time for Holiday shopping! Give the gift of original artwork from one of the many wonderful artists at The Gallery at Tree's Place. Many new works from nearly 40 different artists will be on display.
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5th Annual Glassblowers' Christmas & Special Exhibit at Sandwich Glass Museum
Sandwich Glass Museum & Historical Society presents the 5th Annual Glassblowers' Christmas & Special Exhibition: Dolls of Yesteryear - Antique Dolls & Glass Toys, now - December 30.
Hundreds of unique glass ornaments made by the region's finest local and national glass artists will adorn Christmas trees in the Contemporary Gallery. In addition, the Special Exhibit: Dolls of Yesteryear - Antique Dolls & Glass Toys will enthrall young and old alike. Shoppers Delight, the Museum's Open House, will show decorations on the Glassblowers' trees that are available for purchase as well as an array of glittering glass objects on display in the Museum Store. Please note that all objects for purchase are made by local and national artists.
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Small Works Exhibit at Larkin Gallery
Larkin Gallery presents Small Works, now - January 5, 2015.
Larkin Gallery in Provincetown is exhibiting a Small Works show featuring modern and contemporary work of 16 artists working in oil, acrylic, watercolor, print making, sculpture, encaustic and assemblage. All work is for sale. Open daily.
405 Commercial Street, Provincetown. For more info, please call 508-487-6111.
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Falmouth Photographer Hosts Exhibit at Bank of Cape Cod
Bank of Cape Cod's Hyannis Branch presents photography work by Julie DeMello through the month of December.
DeMello has called Cape Cod home her entire life, and like many artists and photographers, nature has always been a central focus. She said she prefers to keep her nature photography simple, natural and not over-sensationalized. She is currently being mentored by photographer Jon Moore and local artist Nick Vardack.
1582 Iyannough Road, Hyannis. Any area artist or photographer interested in utilizing the bank's gallery space should contact Mark Skala at [email protected].
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Reception for Four New Exhibits at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod
Cultural Center of Cape Cod presents a Reception for Four New Exhibits, come meet the artists and enjoy the art and refreshments on December 12, 5 - 7 pm.
- Lauren Wolk, Mixed Media and Assemblage, in the Blue Room - December 3 - 21
- Howard Bonington, Pen & Ink Drawings, in the Vault - December 10 - 21
- Second Annual Artisans Market (Beth Higgins, photographs; Chris Letsche of New Mariner Knotworks; Christine Esperson, ceramics; Leigh Campion, fine arts; Kyle Kochiss of Heart to Heart Design Studio; and Gretchen Irving, watercolors) in the Board Room - December 3 - 21
- Yarmouth Art Guild Small Works Exhibit, in the Great Hall - December 10 - 22
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Home Revisited: Solo Show for Artist Ann Trainor Domingue at Gallery Antonia
Gallery Antonia presents Home Revisited: Solo Show for Artist Ann Trainor Dominque from December 13 - January 10 with an Opening Reception on December 13, 4 - 6 pm.
Join Gallery Antonia for Home Revisted: A Solo Show of new works by Ann Trainor Domingue. Ms. Domingue is an awarded artist and many of her new works were painted in Provincetown in September during her month-long artist in residency program at The Fine Arts Work Center, in conjunction with the Copley Society.
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The Way We Were Exhibit at the Orleans Historical Society
Orleans Historical Society presents The Way We Were - Orleans Fifth Grade Battle of Rock Harbor Shadow Box Art Exhibit at the Orleans Historical Society Meetinghouse Museum on December 13, noon - 2 pm.
The public is invited to come join Nauset Elementary School art students and their families at their annual holiday reception hosted by the Orleans Historical Society. The gala event will include Nauset Middle School music ensembles, Mrs. Claus, free Sparky's hayrides with Nauset High School chorus carolers on board and plenty of refreshments for all. The art work may also be seen during regular Museum hours, Thursday and Friday, December 11 and 12, from 9:00 am - noon.
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Featured Artists & Upcoming Receptions at the Artists' Paintbox
Featured Artist Diane Goers - now - December 17 with an Artist Reception on December 13, 4 - 6 pm: The featured artist Diane Goers has her work currently on display at the Artists' Paintbox. Join the Yarmouth Art Guild at the upcoming reception.
Featured Artist Gail Burke - now, January 18 with an Artist Reception on December 20, 4 - 6 pm: Visit the Artists' Paintbox to view work by artist Gail Burke, in addition to the upcoming reception.
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The Annual Member Faculty Student Show at Cotuit Center for the Arts
Cotuit Center for the Arts presents December Exhibits: The Annual Member Faculty Student Show, now - December 24.
Each year the Center seeks submissions for the annual Member, Student and Faculty exhibit. Cotuit Center for the arts houses one of the most beautiful exhibition spaces on Cape Cod. The gallery is comprised of two levels, extending into the theater space on the upper level.
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Deck the Walls: Provincetown Currents at Snow Library
Snow Library presents Deck the Walls: Provincetown Currents in the Marion Craine Gallery Room, now - December 27.
An exhibition of five contemporary Provincetown Artists, including: Midge Battelle (oil painting), Chip Brock (mixed media prints), Jean Fogg-Brock (printmaking & painting), Gail Browne (printmaking & painting), and Amy Heller (cyanotypes).
Image: Mixed media print by Gail Browne
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Celebrating Harwich Artist Charles D. Cahoon at Brooks Academy Museum
Harwich Historical Society presents works by Charles D. Cahoon at the Brooks Academy Museum, now - December 27 (Saturdays only) from 1 - 4 pm.
Explore Cape Cod of a bygone era in this exhibit of paintings by Harwich artist Charles D. Cahoon from the museum's collection. Cahoon is known for his landscapes and seascapes of Cape Cod views. Railroad, World War I, Cranberry and Maritime displays also on exhibit.
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Brewster Ladies' Library presents a Joyce McConnell Art Show
Brewster Ladies' Library presents an exhibitions by Joyce McConnell, now - December 30.
This show will feature McConnell's botanical watercolors. The exhibit is sponsored by the Brewster Ladies' Library.
1822 Main Street, Brewster. The exhibitions room is sometimes used for a program and not open for viewing, please call the library at 508-896-3913 before arriving.
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Art is Fun - The Art of David F. Kelley at Maser Gallery
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Mashpee Winds by David F. Kelley
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Maser Gallery at Falmouth Community Television presents works by David F. Kelley, now - December 31.
Enjoy works by graphic designer, illustrator and painter David F. Kelley. Known for his work in pastels in particular, the exhibition showcases what the artist calls, "creative play," within a variety of mediums.
310A Dillingham Avenue, Falmouth. Info: 508-457-0800 / fctv.org
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Eden to Eternity at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Harwich
St. Peter's Lutheran Church presents Eden to Eternity, now - December 31.
This show, from the Bowden Collections, has 40 stunning molas from the San Blas Islands off the coast of Panama that visually tell the story of the Bible. Molas are panels of reversed embroidery originally applied to the front and back of the Cuna Indian women's blouses. Each mola is a beautifully designed interpretation of biblical stories with whimsical treatments and tender insights.
310 Route 137, Harwich. Info: 508-432-5172 / [email protected]
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Miller White Fine Arts presents Inevitable Art
Miller White Fine Arts presents Inevitable Art: Five Contemporary Artists in Service of the Muse, now - December 31.
Featured paintings and sculptures by William Allen, Jamie Elkins, Michael A. Giaquinto, Joyce Utting Schutter & Joyce Zavorskas.
708 Route 134, South Dennis. The gallery is open by appointment only, please contact Director Susan Danton to arrange a viewing: 508-360-4302 / millerwhitefinearts.com
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Naturescape Gallery Exhibits Work by Artist & Illustrator Kate Walls
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History's Naturescape Gallery will exhibit Kate Walls' original book illustrations from a series of books, now - December 31.
During the months of November and December, Kate will exhibit her original book illustrations from Cape Cod Bog Dog, Bog Dog's Beach Adventure, Cape Cod ABCs and Kathleen Ready Dayan's Cape Cod Bear. Also included in the exhibit is a sneak peek of the newest book Kate is working on, Ossie and Finch. Viewing the exhibit is free with Museum Admission.
869 Main Street, Brewster. Info & admission: 508-896-3867, ext. 133 / ccmnh.org/
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True Companions at Woodruff's Art Center
Woodruff's Art Center presents True Companions, now - December 31.
Small Works Art Exhibit to Benefit MSPCA-Angell. Over 20 local artists exhibiting paintings, jewelry, photography, collage, sculpture, prints, books and fiber art. A percentage of all sales will benefit MSPCA. Also, raffle tickets are being sold throughout the show, with 100% of sales to MSPCA, for a chance to win 3 original works of art.
1 North Market Street - Mashpee Commons, Mashpee. Info: 508-477-5767 / facebook.com/woodruffsartcenter?ref=hl
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Cape Cod Art Association presents Reflections Online Photography Exhibit
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Merry by Mollie McPhee Ho
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The Photography Center of Cape Cod, a program of the Cape Cod Art Association presents a Reflections, an open juried online photography exhibit showing now - December 19.
The concept of Reflections is uniquely related to human philosophy and knowledge. Whether it is an actual reflection or introspective reflection, artists are invited to submit their interpretations of the theme. Any interpretation will be considered. Click here to view the exhibit online!
3480 Route 6A, Barnstable. Info: 508-362-2909 / capecodartassoc.org
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Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop at Cape Cod Children's Museum
Cape Cod Children's Museum presents a Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop for kids on December 13, 10:30 - 11:30 am.
Create a holiday tradition. CCCM supplies the house ready to decorate with sugared and non-sugared treats. You create and the Museum cleans up!
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Alice in Wonderland at the Provincetown Theater
Provincetown Theater proudly presents Alice in Wonderland, now - December 21.
Based on the story by Lewis Carroll, adapted for the stage by Bragan Thomas, and Directed by Anthony Jackman.
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Gardens Aglow Annual Holiday Event at Heritage Museums & Gardens
Heritage Museums & Gardens presents Gardens Aglow featuring more lights and decorations than ever, now - December 28.
Enjoy the grounds of Heritage in a whole new light. New this year: The Holiday Train, a festive model railway display that will travel through the Special Exhibitions Gallery along elevated tracks and over a spectacular bridge made of all-natural materials. Enjoy music and dance performances at 6:30 pm in the Automobile Gallery. St. Nick will hold court in the Model T. Gingerbread houses created by local companies and students will be on display. Holiday crafts, carousel rides, Hidden Hollow by moonlight, and marshmallow roasting over a fire pit all add up to a great holiday celebration.
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Echoes of Africa at Provincetown Town Hall & Nauset Regional Middle School
The Outer Cape Chorale presents Echoes of Africa at Provincetown Town Hall on December 12 & 13, 7 - 8:30 pm and again at Nauset Regional Middle School on December 14, 3 - 4:30 pm.
Performances features Provincetown's 150-voice community chorus conducted by Jon Arterton. A Goodwill collection will be taken. Part of the proceeds will benefit the Ebola projects of UNICEF and Doctors Without Borders.
Providence Town Hall is located at 260 Commercial Street, Provincetown. Info & tickets: 508-487-0477 / outercapechorale.org
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Cape Cod Chorale presents a Christmas Concert - "B" Joyful
Cape Cod Chorale presents Christmas Concert - "B" Joyful at the First Church of Christ in Sandwich from December 13 & 14, 3 - 4:45 pm.
Christmas Concert - "B" Joyful: Christmas Music of Buxtehude, Bach, Billings, Britten (A Ceremony of Carols), and Berlin. The audience will be invited to join in for our carol sing-a-long. The chorale will be conducted by it's new director, Danica Buckley, and accompanied by Cathy Bonnett, at the piano, and guest harpist, Sarah Stuart.
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The Falmouth Chorale presents A Christmas Homecoming & Messiah Sing
A Christmas Homecoming - First Congregational Church - December 13, 4 - 5:30 pm & 7:30 - 9 pm and December 14, 3 - 4:30 pm: Celebrating Americana at its best, this Yankee-inspired holiday concert culminates the Chorale's 50th anniversary year and is a tribute to American music and American singers. The world premiere of a composition commissioned by the Chorale and composed by Artistic Director, John Yankee, will showcase the talents of both the composer and the chorus. A variety of medleys will ignite your holiday spirit and remind you that American music-making is alive and well in Falmouth.
Messiah Sing - First Congregational Church - December 19, 7 - 8:30 pm: Join the Falmouth Chamber Players Orchestra for this Falmouth holiday tradition.
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Musical Performances at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod
A Celtic Christmas Concert with the Clancy Legacy - December 13, 7:30 - 9:30 pm: This celebration of the mid-winter season has a distinct Celtic flavor and extends from the little known Kilmore carols of Wexford to the Irish-American vaudeville stage. They explore both the Christian and Pagan traditions surrounding the Winter Solstice in a mixture of songs and instrumental pieces. Robbie O'Connell on guitar and vocals, Aoife Clancy on vocals and bodhran, Rose Clancy on fiddle, George Keith on fiddle and concertina and Erik Wendelken on bass create a delightful musical tapestry to celebrate the season.
A Christmas Concert and Sing-a-long with Jan and Dale - December 14, 3 - 5 pm: An annual event. Lots of fun. Caf� style. Jan Allen and Dale Melikan have been performing together for over 35 years in New York City and on Cape Cod and have produced two albums of original songs and fan favorites. Their repertoire features standards, show tunes, folk, country, light rock and jazz, and an extensive selection of traditional and contemporary holiday music. With Special Guests Meryl Vujs of The Beach Plums, Art Duquette, known for cabarets in New York and London, and Randy Patterson, premier guitarist and mandolin player.
5th Annual Cape Cod Celtic Christmas Family Celebration with Stanley and Grimm - December 20, 7:30 - 9:30 pm: Come celebrate the season with traditional and contemporary Celtic music and songs of the Christmas season from Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Canada and America performed by Sean Brennan (guitar and vocals) and Nikki Engstrom (fiddle), otherwise known as the award-winning Stanley and Grimm. Special guest appearances, TBA.
The Bruce Abbott/Fred Fried Quartet Performs Holiday Favorites - December 21, 3 - 5 pm: The Quartet will salute the holidays with exciting jazz renditions of the season's most beloved songs from the opening scene-setting number "Walking in a Winter Wonderland" to the poignant "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" to a stirring rendition of "Little Drummer Boy" and many more. The wonderful Marcelle Gauvin will act as narrator - giving a tidbit of history and anecdote about each song leading up to the blockbuster grand finale of "Sleigh Ride." With Bruce Abbott on saxophone and flute, Fred Fried on guitar, Miki Matsuki on drums/percussion, Michael Lavoie on bass, and Marcelle Gauvin on vocals.
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Yule for Fuel at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater presents Yule for Fuel: Four Saturdays of Museum, Merriment & Mirth, now - December 20, 7:30 pm.
Celebrate the warmth of the holiday and the talent of our community at Yule for Fuel! Every year money is raised to keep our neighbors warm.
Remaining Events:
Yule for Fuel and Chandler Travis' Christmas Cavalcade present the 44th Annual Ding and Danny Holiday Spectacular! - December 13, 7:30 pm: Hosted by Ding Donnelly and Danny Devereaux featuring Monica Rizzio; The Fix-it Sisters; Gregory Hischak; Frank Poranski and Chev Hardy; Chandler Travis; Nicki Blodgett; Tom Tracy with Malcolm Granger; The Flakes; Robert Finch; Kathy Shorr; Patry Francis; Ken Sylvia, and Grand Public.
Celebrating Irving Berlin - December 20, 7:30 pm: The 60th Anniversary of a classic holiday film, followed by performances featuring Ruth Condon; Narrow Land String Band; Tim Sweeney and Randy Patterson; Sarah Swain and the Oh Boys!; Rip It Ups; Bert Jackson Quartet; David Roth; Larry Marsland; Ted Vitale; Christine Rathbun Ernst, and The Fix-It Sisters.
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Upcoming Concerts Featuring Bart Weisman Music
Bart Weisman Jazz Group Performances at Grand Cru in Hyannis:
- Featuring Bruce Abbott - December 13, 8 - 11 pm
- Featuring Leslie Boyle - December 19, 8 - 11 pm
Bart Weisman Klezmer Swing Group Holiday Concert - Provincetown Art Association and Museum - December 20, 2 - 3 pm: Performing Traditional Klezmer & Holiday Swing. Featuring Carol Wyeth (vocals) with Lary Chaplan (violin), Alan Clinger (guitar), Ron Ormsby (bass) and Bart Weisman (drums). The Bart Weisman Klezmer Swing Group has performed Klezmer (also known as Jewish Jazz) and Swing (Jazz from the 30's & 40's) music at private events and concerts across Cape Cod, opened for the Boston Pops and appeared with the Cape Symphony.
Jazz Jam Cape Cod - Island Merchant - December 21, 4 - 7 pm: Jazz Jam Cape Cod is hosted by Bart Weisman. With Fred Boyle (piano), Ron Ormsby (bass) and Bart Weisman (drums). Grand Cru is located inside Cape Codder Resort & Spa at 1225 Iyannough Road, Hyannis. Provincetown Art Association and Museum is located at 460 Commercial Street, Provincetown. Island Merchant is located at 302 Main Street, Hyannis. For more info,visit: bartweisman.com
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Brewster Ladies' Library Holiday Concert: Oyez
Brewster Ladies' Library presents a Holiday Concert: Oyez on December 14, 2 - 3 pm.
As part of the Brewster Ladies' Library's Sunday Concert series, the library invites you to a performance by the Renaissance music group Oyez. Oyez is an ensemble of Cape musicians that performs early music on period. Its name derives from the old French ouir, to hear, and in the imperative means listen. For this free concert, they will play Renaissance holiday music.
1822 Main Street, Brewster. For more info, please call 508-896-3913.
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Wine & Music Wednesday - December at Cotuit Center for the Arts
Cotuit Center for the Arts presents Wine & Music Wednesday on December 17, 6 - 8 pm.
Wine and Music Wednesday is an open house held in Cotuit's Gallery on the third Wednesday of every month with wine tasting and live music.
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Wellfleet Preservation Hall presents Feed Your Love Open Mic
Wellfleet Preservation Hall presents Feed Your Love Open Mic on December 17 at 7 pm.
The Feed Your Love Open Mic is a tolerant and supportive, diverse, engaging and, most of all, entertaining environment. The Hall hosts musicians who sing and play everything from old timey folk to rock-n-roll; acoustic guitar solos to improvisational jazz sets; poets and story-tellers, first-time performers (ages 6 to 86) to retired professional musicians. All are welcome and made to feel at home. If you are not already a member of our musical (and poetic) community, please stop by on the third Wednesday of the month to listen, to play, or just to say hello. The 'cafe' will be open with coffee, tea, beer, wine and snacks.
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A Fine Winter's Night at Highfield Hall & Gardens
Highfield Hall & Gardens presents two performances of A Fine Winter's Night on December 21 at 3 - 5 pm & 7 - 9 pm.
A holiday concert featuring Irish duo Matt & Shannon Heaton, brings original and traditional music to help usher in the winter holidays. With an appealing blend of voices, guitar, bouzouki, Irish flute and whistle, the Heaton's music and stage show is simultaneously homegrown, refined and timeless. Having built their act from years of touring together, the husband-and-wife Heatons have grown into thoroughly entertaining performers.
56 Highfield Drive, Falmouth. Info & tickets: 508-495-1878, ext. 2 / highfieldhall.org
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Cape Rep Christmas at the Cape Rep Theatre
Cape Rep Theatre announces Cape Rep Christmas on December 13, 7 - 9 pm & December 14, 4 - 6 pm.
Cape Rep Christmas is a musical celebration of the holiday season featuring the talents of such Cape Rep favorites as Jared Hagan, Wendy Watson, Richard Sullivan, Jessica Albon, Devon McFadden, Zach Brown, Anthony Teixeira, and more. Enjoy songs of the season in a festive atmosphere, with treats, surprises, and a cash bar, as we share our Christmas Party with you! Wear your favorite Christmas sweater and enjoy holiday sweets as you mingle with the Cape Rep family.
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Striking Out: A Christmas Play in Six Innings at Highfield Theater
The Falmouth Theatre presents Striking Out: A Christmas Play in Six Innings at Highfield Theater, now - December 14.
The Falmouth Theatre Guild is trying something new for its Christmas show this year, a baseball comedy. This play begins with a family gathered around a Christmas tree on Christmas morning. But as the father tells his children a story from his childhood, the show turns to a flashback of a Little League field in July where the team, the Angels, is having their worst game ever against the opposing team, the Daredevils.
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Upcoming Performances by the Solstice Singers at Woods Hole Community Hall
Solstice Singers present A Mid-Winter Wassail performance at the Woods Hole Community Hall on December 20, 4 - 5:30 pm & December 21, 4 - 5:30 pm.
This lively performance features Renaissance song and instrumental music, readings of the season, English sword dancing and a newly crafted "mummers play". Now in their 22nd year of performance, The Solstice Singers, in colorful authentic costumes, will transport the audience to a distant time and place accompanied by the early music ensemble Passacaglia, and the children's chorus Les Enfants du Soleil. Some moments will be filled with the reverence of Christmas and other moments celebrating the rowdy traditions of song and play that helped liven those long winter nights.
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Annie & Gift of the Magi at Cotuit Center for the Arts
Annie - now - December 21: The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world's best-loved musicals. Join Annie on her spirited journey from a next-to-nothing start at an orphanage run by the wickedly funny Miss Hannigan to finding her ideal family with big-hearted billionaire Daddy Warbucks.
Gift of the Magi - now - December 21: Jim and Della are out of work and penniless during Christmas in New York. To afford presents for each other, both secretly part with their most precious possessions. In O. Henry's classic holiday story, the two lovers' gesture of giving creates a warm and intimate Christmas in the cold, unfriendly city. This charming and transcendent play will kindle the holiday spirit.
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Auditions for Talk Radio & Oleanna at Cotuit Center for the Arts
Talk Radio
Audition Dates: December 14, 1 - 3 pm & 17, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Audition Locations: Black Box Theater
Performance Dates: February 13 - March 8 in the Black Box Theater, Thurs-Sat 8 pm, Sun 2 pm
Producer Chris Cooley is seeking actors for Eric Bogosian's Pulitzer Prize-nominated play Talk Radio. A story a step ahead of its time, Bogosian's 1987 play predicted the rise of the shock jock as a nationally reviled and simultaneously adored entertainment icon. Barry Champlain, Cleveland's controversial radio host, is on the air doing what he does best: insulting the pathetic souls who call in the middle of the night to sound off.
Roles
- Barry Champlain - Night Talk Host. (30s-40s years old)
- Stu Noonan - Barry's Operator (Close friend of Barry's)
- Linda MaCarthur - Assistant Producer of Night Talk (Barry's love interest)
- Dan Woodruff - Executive Producer (Barry's boss)
- Kent - Guest (18-19 years old)
- Callers - Males & Females for possible live shows, but may be prerecorded
Oleanna
Audition Dates: January 14, 6:30 - 8:30 pm & January 17, 2 - 4 pm
Performance Dates: March 19 - April 5 in the Black Box Theater, Thurs-Sat 8 pm, Sun 2 pm
Director John Williams is seeking an actor for Oleanna, a modern American classic written by David Mamet. The play is a controversial work by one of the world's a great living dramatists. It deals with political correctness, power, and abuse - issues that are still very real and relevant nearly 20 years after its first production.
Roles
- John - College professor (40s-50s years old, any ethnicity)
- Please note the role of Carol has been cast
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Classes Continue at Cotuit Center for the Arts
Continuing Workshops:
- What's Your Story, Morning Glory? with Christine Rathbun Ernst - Saturdays 8 - 10 am - (November 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6 sessions passed) continuing December 13 & 20
- Three Steps to Stronger Paintings with Mary L. Moquin - Saturdays 9:30 am - noon - (November 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6 sessions passed) continuing December 13 & 20
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Upcoming Workshops at Cape Cod Artist Association
Upcoming January Workshops
- Experimental Masters Class with Mary Moquin - Mondays, 12:30 - 4 pm - January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2
- Intro to Digital Photography with John Tunney - Mondays, 6 - 8 pm - January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2
- The Single Light Studio with Steven Nossiter - Mondays, 6 - 8 pm - January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9
- Watercolor with Julie Blanchard - Tuesdays 9:30 am - noon - January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10
- Oil Painting with Julie Blanchard - Tuesdays, 1 - 3:30 pm - January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10
- Photoshop Essentials with John Tunney - Tuesdays, 6 - 8 pm - January 6, 13, 20
- Lightroom with Betty Wiley - Tuesdays, 7 - 9 pm - January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10
- Experimental Masters with Mary Moquin - Wednesdays, 9 am - noon - January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11
- Forgery 101: Learning From a Masterpiece with Mary Moquin - Wednesdays, 1 - 3:30 pm - January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11
- Beginning Pastels and Acrylic with Odin Smith - Wednesdays, 6 - 8 pm - January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11
- Inspired Watercolor with Jean Tucker - Thursdays, 12:30 - 3:30 pm - January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12
- Pastels with Barbara Stone - Thursdays, 4:15 - 6:15 pm - January 8, 15, 22, 29
- Watercolor with Jean Tucker - Thursdays, 9 am - noon - January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12
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Job Opening - Membership & Database Associate at Heritage Museums & Gardens
Heritage Museums & Gardens has a full-time job opening for a Membership & Database Associate in the Office Development Department.
The position of Membership & Database Associate is responsible for the integrity of the donor and membership data in the Altru management software program, and managing the recruitment, acknowledgement, renewal, and stewardship of museum members. The Membership & Database Associate stays current on new trends in data management, efficiency and generates ideas on expanding the membership base. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, writing samples and three employment references to: [email protected] (Heritage Museums & Gardens requests no phone or email inquiries)
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Call to All Local Artists - Holiday Ornaments for Edgewood Farm
The Truro Center for the Arts is asking all local artists, including adults and children who are creative, to make a holiday ornament that will be sold during the Holiday Soup Party in the Main Barn at Castle Hill on December 13, 6 - 9 pm with all proceeds benefitting the capital campaign for acquiring Edgewood Farm in 2015.
How to get involved:
- Make an ornament of any kind that can either hand on a tree or be displayed on a table. No larger than 6" x 6" - 2D or 3D.
- Please price the ornament in one of four categories - $25, $50, $75, $100.
- Ornaments should reflect the holiday winter season and many diverse holidays in any way.
- Artists/Donors will be recognized during the event. Artists will receive a tax deductible donation equal to the donated value of the ornaments.
What is the timeline?
- Drop off finished ornaments at the Main Gallery between business hours of 9 am - 5 pm, located at 10 Meetinghouse Road, Truro by Thursday, December 11.
- You may drop off any time prior to the deadline.
For more info or questions please email: [email protected] or [email protected] / call 508-349-7511
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Urgent Call to Artists - On Behalf of Cape Cod Healthcare
The Emergency Department of both Cape Cod Hospital and Falmouth Hospital are being expanded with openings for artists expected in spring 2015, and art selections will be made from Cape and area artists, with an application deadline on December 15.
Time is of the essence! This call does not mean creating a new artwork. All that is needed is a complete application from you, and up to 10 jpg images (300 dpi) of a currently-available artwork. It can even be a part of a currently-available work. Click here for more info and the complete application! For more info, please contact Melissa Woringer at [email protected]
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Art Bags for Kids Seeks Donations To Expand Reach Within Cape Cod
Art Bags for Kids, a non-profit art therapy program for children who are either limited to their home due to illness or disability, or are not able to regularly participate in social or school art programs, is seeking donations in hopes of expanding its reach!
In the last year Art Bags for Kids has donated supplies to the Pedi Pal program at Hope Health Hospice of Cape Cod. More recently, in hopes of expanding their healing reach, the organization has also donated supplies to several hospitals, including Yale-New Haven Hospital and Cleveland Clinic. They hope to continue to reach children across the US and spread the healing power of art. The organization is presently looking for donations of new fabric, felt, ribbon, buttons and twine to include in their donated bags of supplies. Donations can be dropped off in the specified donation box at The Osterville Public Library or mailed directly to the organization's Founder at the following address: Christine Frisbee, Art Bags for Kids, PO Box 445, Osterville, MA 02655.For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Christine Frisbee at [email protected] / see more about the program by visiting the organization's website at ArtBagsForKids.com .
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Call for Volunteers - Performers Are Needed for First Night Sandwich
Volunteers are needed in every area of the upcoming First Night Sandwich New Year's Eve event on December 31.
Performance artists who can sing, dance, and play instruments are welcome. We would love to have visual artists and performers in the spoken word, all can register on the First Night Website. If you enjoy being around creative people and would like to help the night of the event there are many opportunities. The committee is also looking for people who are handy and would like to help construct masks, create luminaries to float on Shawme Pond, or work on general assembly of parade items. We are an enthusiastic and fun group that enjoys all aspects of the New Year's Eve celebration, but we need everyone's help to complete this wonderful event.
For those who are interested, visit firstnightsandwich.com and there is a volunteer/participate tab to sign up!
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Call to Artists - CCAA Applications Now Open for Art Within Reach Grant
 Cape Cod Art Association has established a new charitable giving grant program, Art Within Reach, to help assist and promote an individual artist residing on Cape Cod, with a hard application deadline on February 2, 2015. A $500 cash grant will be given to the selected recipient along with a solo show at Cape Cod Art Association's Talbot Gallery in Barnstable Village from March 17 - 23, 2015 with a Reception on March 20, 6 - 9 pm. The grant will be provided to an individual artist living on Cape Cod with a recognized artistic excellence in Fine Art (film does not qualify) and a demonstrated commitment to their art. These unrestricted funds may be applied toward any expense to enhance the artist's ability to create work. Applicants must be an individual artist. Organizations may not apply. One application may be submitted by a single individual during each round of funding. Artists are responsible for applicable taxes.
Application deadline: Monday February 2, 2015 Notification: All applicants will receive an official notification letter by email or mail (if no email is provided) by Februrary 20, 2015. There is no personal feedback given to jurors.
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More Applications, Grants, Spaces & Work
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