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National Grid awards Small Business Energy Relief Grants through
Cape Cod Chamber
National Grid recently announced it will donate $800,000 to eight Chambers of Commerce in Massachusetts to support local small businesses. Among the Chambers administering the grants is the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce.
The Cape Cod Chamber will receive $100,000, which will then distribute in grants of $1,000 to 100 small businesses with fewer than 150 employees.
To receive a $1,000 grant, your business must:
- be based in Massachusetts
- have 150 or fewer employees
- be a National Grid Electric and/or Gas customer
Learn more >
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Cape Cod Wedding Vendor Sunset Cocktail Cruise: August 14
Join us on a fun and relaxing evening cruise, enjoying the spectacular colors of a Cape Cod sunset sky with your wedding friendors! Cash bar and snacks provided. Learn more >
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Attract Large Groups to Your Business
The Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce/Convention & Visitor Bureau is about to publish the new edition of its biannual Group Planner Guide. This publication— targeting motor coach tours for all groups including seniors, students, reunions, and sports planners—is distributed at motor coach shows, including ABA, golf shows, sales missions, and at every event the Chamber
participates in. Email patti@capecodchamber.org for more information.
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The Big E Volunteer Opportunities
The Big E returns this year from September 15-October 1 in Springfield! Once again, we will have an opportunity to highlight the Cape Cod region on one of the fair days it the Massachusetts booth. Our “Cape Cod” day will be Friday, September 29th, and we are seeking two member volunteers for the 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm shift. This is great chance to help promote the destination AND to also promote your business, getting face time with the thousands of people who attend. We will be booking volunteers on a first-come, first-served basis. Please email kristen@capecodchamber.org if you are interested!
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AMA: How Do I Start or Grow My Business?
EforAll and partner organizations across Cape Cod are helping ambitious Cape Codders turn their dreams into businesses! Got an idea? Want to work for yourself? Introducing Ask Me Anything Sessions with EforAll in partnership with local community organizations. Learn more >
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Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education Survey
We are joining with the Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education and 30 to 40 other business groups from across the Commonwealth to distribute this survey to employers and hope to gather input from companies of all sizes in all industries. The survey should take no more than 10 minutes of your time. Your answers will only be analyzed together with other responses, and will never be used to identify you personally. Take the Survey here >
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Tonight! Freebird Motor Lodge Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: July 19
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the recent grand opening of Freebird Motor Lodge in West Yarmouth on Wednesday, July 19th from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Enjoy a night of live rock and cocktails and see the brand-new hotel! Register >
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News & Events to Know About | |
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Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Book Signing Event
with Dr. Greg Skomal: July 22 @ 1-3pm
The event is free, and books will be available for purchase at the Shark Center Chatham gift shop.
| Sizzling entertainment, thrilling rides, fabulous food, animals, agriculture and the world’s largest Demolition Derby converge for seven days each July. Named the “Best Local Event of 2022” by the Cape Cod Times, the Barnstable County Fair is a summer staple not to be missed. We bring together an incomparable slate of entertainers, the best-of-the -best in fair food, an array of sizzling rides from Rockwell Amusements, and the world’s largest Demolition Derby. Learn more > | |
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Comedy Night At The Sagamore Inn: July 27
Join us for an evening of Comedy & Dinner under the tent! A perfect way to spend a summer evening. Learn more >
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Love Live Local’s Love Local Fest celebrates 11th season
Hyannis –Love Live Local kicks off their 11th season of their tri-annual Love Local Fests at Aselton Park on July 30; gathering community members to celebrate all that makes Cape Cod so unique: local makers, local musicians, locally crafted food and beverages, and a gorgeous waterfront view. The 2023 Love Local Fests take place on the last Sundays in July and September from 11am-5pm on Aselton Park overlooking the Hyannis Harbor, and the first Saturday in December on the Hyannis Village Green. This year they are generously sponsored by Cape Cod 5, Commonwealth Wind- Avangrid, Devil’s Purse Brewing Company and True North Events Rentals. The events feature over 75 local artists, artisans, and brands who pop-up for the day, as well as food trucks and a craft beverage garden featuring libations from Devil’s Purse Brewing Company and Truro Vineyards.
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Harbor Hawks Day at FUNBOX: July 27
What happens when Cape Cod Baseball League players trade in the ballpark for the bounce park? Find out on July 27th! The world’s biggest Bounce Park and the world’s best collegiate baseball players will come together for a day of fun and games in Hyannis. FUNBOX, the 35,000 square-foot inflatable playground located behind Cape Cod Mall, will welcome the Harbor Hawks for an afternoon of community fun on July 27 from 12-2 PM.
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Seaside Le Mans Announces First-ever Chance To Win A Seat In Cape Cod’s High Octane Charitable Race
The Race for the Cape Cod Community, is announcing the first chance in the race’s 22-year history for people to win a $2,000 seat in the legendary charitable race for just $50. Only 300 tickets will be sold at $50 each for an opportunity to race in a Formula 1 style cart at Mashpee Commons on September 9th. Your $50 contribution -- which could lead to an afternoon of full throttle excitement -- supports the 2023 Seaside Le Mans beneficiaries.
Imagine suiting up and getting behind the wheel of a Formula 1 style cart and racing around the track in support of five Cape Cod non-profit organizations! The winning driver will be picked at random in August. Purchase a chance to win here >
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Mid-Cape Home Centers Raises Over 48k for Tommy’s Place
Annually, the Mid-Cape team comes together to vote for a cause they would like to support in the E.J. Jaxtimer Charter Cup. This year, that cause was childhood cancer through Tommy's Place, a dream vacation home for kids fighting cancer and their families. Mid-Cape Home Centers kicked off their fundraising by selling tickets for private tours of the brand-new Tommy’s Place in Centerville. In addition, Mid-Cape partnered with New England Home and Hutker Architects to host an Issue Launch Party with a wonderfully successful Fund-a-Need component. They also hosted their annual virtual auction, raffles, and more on behalf of Tommy’s Place to say that they raised $48,361! Learn more >
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Heritage Museums & Gardens Announces Capital Campaign for
New Welcome Center
Heritage Museums & Gardens, a beloved cultural institution known for its dedication to preserving and showcasing history and horticulture, is thrilled to announce its capital campaign for the construction of a new Welcome Center. This exciting project aims to enhance the visitor experience, improve accessibility, model and interpret environmental sustainability and provide expanded facilities to meet the growing needs of visitors and the community.
The new Welcome Center will serve as the gateway to Heritage Museums & Gardens, providing a warm and inviting experience where visitors can begin their exploration of the museum's diverse offerings. The 8,000 square foot facility will feature gathering areas for groups, expanded ticketing space, a Visitor Services Center for orientation and information gathering, a gift shop stocked with unique and educational merchandise, restrooms, and new vistas of the popular Flume Fountain. Learn more >
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Beach House Spa at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club is Nominated for
10Best Readers' Choice
Voting is open now, runs for four weeks only and ENDS ON Monday, August 14th. Vote for them to show your support >
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Xfinity “Summer of Movies” Is Back and Bigger than Ever with Tons of Free Entertainment and Discounts
Xfinity is thrilled to bring back its highly anticipated "Summer of Movies" campaign, which promises to be even more impressive than before. Starting July 11, members of Xfinity Rewards, the company's customer appreciation program, will enjoy a vast array of complimentary and discounted movies, premium content, and exclusive entertainment experiences across Comcast's extensive family of brands. With rewards designed to cater to movie enthusiasts, theater lovers, and adventure seekers alike, there's something for everyone in this spectacular summer lineup. Learn more >
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