Your Weekly Member-to-Member Bulletin
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Dear Mashpee Chamber Members and Mashpee Community,
This week's bulletin is packed with virtual and in-person entertainment. We invite you to explore arts and music in Mashpee and the surrounding area while staying safe by wearing a mask whenever you cannot physically distance. Have fun and stay safe!
Nauset Disposal are doing their part, keeping small businesses and customers safe with Sani-Stands. Click on the image to learn more.
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La Tavola Giveaway and Villaggio Ristorante Special
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Sponsorship Opportunities are available!
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This afternoon at 2pm, Mashpee Chamber executive assistant Katy will go live on Instagram with Katherine Becrelis from
Steeple Street Music Academy
to chat about music in Mashpee, including
Mash-Ville
and TeleTavola!
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Don't miss out on the fabulous food during La Tavola's Virtual Concert!
Order Villaggio's Italian Passion Dinner for Two $50.00
This Italian Feast Includes:
Caesar Salad, Meatballs, Bread with our Dipping Oil, Chicken, Veal and Eggplant Parmigiana Baked stuffed with Spinach and Ricotta and a 1/2 Bottle of Wine.
Wine choices: Cabernet, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio
All orders need to be place no later than Two days before the event.
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As of July 15, 2020 Mashpee Town Offices Remain Closed to the Public until Further Notice
Services will continue to be provided by telephone, US Mail and email
Under the authority of the Town Manager, Town facilities will not reopen to the public until specific health measures have been taken. At this time, the referenced items are on order. Upon receipt of such items, the plan is to reopen Town Hall and Town facilities on an appointment basis. The Town Manager also wants to emphasize that this is subject to change based on relevant data and health risks which will be continually evaluated.
Town personnel will continue to provide services via telephone, US Mail and email until Town offices reopen to the public.
You may contact the Town Manager's Office for assistance at (508) 539-1401.
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ASGCC will be hosting a virtual OEND training for anyone in the community who may benefit from learning about overdose prevention and overdose response. We will cover about 40 minutes of information reviewing the definition of an overdose, risk factors that can put someone at higher risk of experiencing an overdose, how to respond, and how to use Narcan. The session will end with time for questions as well as information on how to access Narcan.
This virtual training will take place weekly on Tuesdays at 2pm.
Information on how to join can be found below.
Training Access Information
Join Zoom Meeting
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News and Updates from Our Members
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Cahoon Museum of American Art's galleries reopen on August 1. Register to visit online at
https://cahoonmuseum.org/visit/ from 10:00 - 4:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. Admission is FREE for the month of August, with grant funds provided by the Highland Street Foundation's Free Fun Friday program.
On view through September 5: Modern MIx: Selections from the Cape Cod Museum of Art and the Cahoon Museum.
On view through September 11: Adria Arch: Interference; Edward Curtis Shadow Catcher; Alfred Glover: Garden Grove.
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A Candid Look at Child Care in MA
July 30th 2020
Thu 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Facilitated by Massachusetts Small Business Development Center
MSBDC invites you to a webinar on Thursday July 30th at 1 p.m. to learn about and discuss how child care centers in MA are dealing with the pandemic and its impact. We will have a lively panel including thoughts from Amy O’Leary, director of Early Education for All (EEA), a campaign of Strategies for Children (SFC), an advocacy and policy organization. We will also have three child care provider panelists:
Reed Donahue of Little Red Wagon PlaySchool
Neddy Bien-Aimee of Well of Love DayCare Center
Erin Bradley of Peas in Pod Nursery School
You will be sent a link to join the webinar two days prior to the event. Please watch your email for updates.
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MASHPEE WOMEN’S CLUB LUNCHEONS ARE BACK BEGINNING
AUGUST 18 WITH NOTED BOSTON HISTORIAN AND AUTHOR ANTHONY SAMMARCO
The Mashpee Women’s Club is pleased to announce that it will feature Boston historian and author of over 70 books, Anthony Sammarco at an August 18 luncheon at twelve noon under the tent at the Popponessett Inn. Mr. Sammarco will discuss the history of America’s first chocolate manufacturer, based on his book, The Baker
Chocolate Company: A Sweet History. The story begins in pre-Revolutionary War Boston in 1765 when Dr. James Baker came upon a penniless Irish immigrant, John Hannon, with his soon to be famous chocolate recipe. Mr. Sammarco will discuss the many twists and turns to the intriguing saga of America’s oldest chocolate factory. Popponessett will be serving a delicious chocolate desert to be enjoyed while listening to Anthony Sammarco’s fascinating presentation of the rich history of Baker’s Chocolate.
Due to Covid-19 guidelines, MWC is limited to 40 attendees. Members will have priority over guests and will be registered on a first come first serve basis, based on the date of receipt of checks. Checks received after the limit of 40 will be promptly returned. Checks must be received by August 11 at MWC, PO Box 1613, Mashpee MA 02649.
MWC is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization which donates to many charities on Cape Cod through its fund raising, special events, monthly luncheons and other activities. Information about MWC, its mission, programs and major charitable donations are featured on its website at
http://www.mashpeewomensclub.org.
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2020 JOHN LEVIN MEMORIAL CONFERENCE
Managing Dementia Care in the Time of COVID-19 with TEEPA SNOW
Saturday, August 29, 2020
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Via Zoom
Presented by The Alzheimer's Family Support Center of Cape Cod
There is NO CHARGE to attend this live videoconference! Join nationally-known dementia specialist, Teepa Snow, OTC/L who will present strategies for managing the care of persons living with dementia during COVID-19 during this live videoconference intended for caregivers employed in memory care, skilled nursing facilities, and adult day programs. Family and in-home caregivers are also encouraged to attend.
TOPICS: Patient-Based Infection Control; Engagement and Activity Modifications for Infection Control; Effects of Social Isolation on Those Living with Dementia; Communication and Connection Strategies While Using PPE; Tips for Connecting via Phone and Video Chat; Ideas for Engagement and Activity Options in the Home Setting.
FREE CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS: This videoconference has been approved for 6 CEs by Commonwealth Educational Seminars (CES) for the following professions: Nurses, Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists/Licensed Mental Health Counselors/LPCs. This conference has been approved for 6.0 CEs by NCCAP for Activity Directors.
This conference is presented by the Alzheimer's Family Support Center of Cape Cod, a 501(c)3 nonprofit providing clinical and social support, information, education and social connection to families living with Alzheimer's and dementia-related diseases. To learn more about AFSC visit
www.capecodalz.org
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The RIDE FOR HOMES is ON!
Welcome to our Virtual Kick Off Party!
Here is everything you need to know:
The Ride is on Sunday, September 13th
We are still planning to have a LIVE event and will take the necessary precautions and follow recommended guidelines, to be sure you feel comfortable AND have fun!
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Build your screenwriting skills this summer!
4 Tuesdays in August – 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th
All movies begin with a script, and this workshop gives you the opportunity to learn the essentials of script formatting and visual storytelling and to develop your ideas from pitch to script, just as professional screenwriters and filmmakers do. This drop-off camp is for young writers and filmmakers ages 13-17. Over a four week term in August, all participants will write two short screenplays, one original 2 – 3 page script without dialogue, and another 5 – 10 page script, with dialogue.
We are excited to welcome guest instructor Christopher Santos, screenwriter and novelist, to Highfield! He is the former Vice-President of Script Development for Punch 21 Productions. As a writer and consultant, he has worked on numerous television shows, including The United States of Tara. He teaches at Emerson College and Boston University.
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How to Navigate Your Mortgage During COVID-19
Wednesday, August 12, 6:30-7:30pm, via Zoom
Join us for this free, one hour workshop which will cover common questions concerning mortgages during these uncertain times.
Topics will include:
• Payment Assistance Options
• Forbearance or deferment
• Restructuring a mortgage
• Pros and cons of refinancing
• How your mortgage affects your credit
• What to do if you are already late on your mortgage
• Time for Q&A
This workshop will be facilitated by WE CAN Volunteer Savannah Fabbio, a Mortgage Loan Officer for Shamrock Home Loans in Osterville. Savannah volunteers with WE CAN as a financial consultant, teaches first-time home buyers' classes, and is involved with several other non-profits throughout the Cape. She was honored as a recipient of the 40 under 40 award given by Cape and Plymouth Businesses and the first Leadership Award from The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod.
You must register to attend this workshop by calling 508-430-8111 or email Marina Mendoza-Burris: marina@wecancenter.org.
GROW Info Sessions
WE CAN's GROW (Get Results with Others' Wisdom) program will be offered again this fall!
This program for women business owners offers facilitated peer mentoring, accountability and a safe and confidential setting to work on adapting, stabilizing and/or growing your business in this new economy. The GROW program is facilitated by experienced business owners.
Register for one of these info sessions to learn more:
Thursday, Aug 13th at 9:00 am
Tuesday, Aug 25th at 6:30 pm
The GROW program is facilitated by WE CAN volunteers Virginia Auciello Sullivan and Jean Mojo. Virginia is the President of Auciello Associates, a trainer for Non Profit Management, a Certified Professional Coach, and has devoted her career to fostering individual growth and development for her clients. Jean is an experienced leader of brands and agencies, with a background in advertising and integrated marketing. She was the President and CEO of Einson Freeman for 21 years, and has been an adjunct professor at both Boston College and Cape Cod Community College.
You must register to attend by calling 508-430-8111 or email Marina Mendoza-Burris: marina@wecancenter.org.
The GROW program is offered in collaboration with the Community
Development Partnership and funded through a Small Business Technical Assistance Grant from Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation.
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From the Mashpee Public Library
Children's book baskets are perfect for the little ones in your life. We've put together picture book bundles based on popular subjects - everything from trains to princesses. Let us know what you are looking for or ask for whatever is available when you come to our curbside service.
How Does Curbside Work?
1. Pick a book, dvd or audiobook that you would like to borrow. Need a recommendation? Search our catalog or give us a call - 508-539-1435.
3. Wait to be contacted by the library. We will let you know when your hold is ready for pick-up.
4. After we have contacted you, stop by the library anytime Monday through Friday between 10 AM to 12 PM or 1 PM to 4 PM.
5. Come stand at the tables outside our parking lot entrance. A staff member will be there to check out your materials and bring them out to you. Per the Governor's guidelines, please wear a mask. Currently, there is no public access to the building.
Please note: we will only be able to check out holds that have been made in advance and won't be able to
fulfill in-person requests.
6. Take your materials home and enjoy! Please return them to our book drop before the due date. All materials are quarantined upon return per safety protocols before being circulated to the next patron.
As always, feel free to call us at 508-539-1435 x-3000 or email
mpl_mail@clamsnet.org with any questions. We look forward to sharing our collections with you!
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Steeple Street Music Academy announces
Mash-ville Songwriting Competition
Submissions open June 1, 2020!
$25 per entry/$10 each additional
Must be 13 years old to submit
All genres of music encouraged
Submissions close August 1, 2020
Top 10 finalists perform at Songwriters Showcase on August 15, 2020
GRAND PRIZE: 2 ROUND-TRIP TICKETS TO NASHVILLE, TN!
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We are currently taking all the necessary measures to ensure this is a safe environment for our staff, guests, and flavorful products!
If you want to shop privately we are here to help.
Our private shopping window is from 10am - 11am but we can accommodate if you would like to schedule at a different time slot!
Call us at 508-419-6421 to schedule your private appointment now!
Hours of Operation
Sunday 11am - 5pm
Monday - Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday - Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday - Saturday 11am - 6pm
The Spice & Tea Exchange of Mashpee
13 Central Square, Mashpee Commons
Mashpee, MA 02649
508-419-6421
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SEMBLANCE OF SUMMER
All of sudden, summer on Cape Cod is in full swing, and while we are still very much in the middle of this global pandemic and we all need to proceed with caution, we are once again able to enjoy some of our favorite Cape Cod activities - fun at the beach, dining out at favorite local restaurants, shopping our beloved Main Streets and even enjoying some activities and events that are able to happen as we enter the next phase of reopening.
We’ve put together a list of some things you can get up to out and about but also from the comfort of your home, and this month we’re also updating you on the Cape Cod Resilience Fund and announcing our new goal, sharing news of the recent work of the Cape Cod Young Professionals and encouraging support of our local arts, science and culture organizations that have been closed since mid-March.
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ENTERTAINMENT at POPPONESSET MARKETPLACE
FREE CONCERTS are held Thur & Sun from 6:30 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. and Fri & Sat from 7:00 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.
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Resources for Mashpee Businesses
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State Authorizes Restaurant Sales of To-Go Cocktails
On July 20th, Governor Baker signed a bill authorizing on-premises licensees to sell mixed drinks for off-premises consumption for the duration of the declared state of emergency or until February 28th 2021, whichever is later. The law is an expansion of a previous law passed in April which allowed beer and wine to be sold alongside take-out and delivery orders. The Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission has released an
Advisory Regarding On-Premises Licensees Selling Mixed Drinks For Off-Premises Consumption, which provides importance guidance on the sales restrictions included in the law.
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Governor Baker Extends Moratorium on Evictions and Foreclosures
Governor Charlie Baker has extended the current moratorium on evictions and foreclosures in an ongoing effort to protect homeowners, tenants and some small businesses during the COVID-19 State of Emergency. The original language of the law was set to expire on August 17th, but also allowed for the Governor to extend the protections for a limited period. The moratorium includes protections for small businesses, provided that the business meets certain criteria, including having fewer than 150 full-time equivalent employees. While housing advocates continue to push for a twelve-month extension, the governor's recent action now pushes the expiration of the moratorium to Oct. 17, 2020.
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While you may be facing uncertainty, there is one thing you can be certain of: SCORE is here for you.
During these difficult times, everyone is talking about survival, uncertainty, and loss—loss of revenue, relationships, and resources. It’s normal and human to feel fear and uncertainty, to wonder about the future of your business.
At SCORE, we get it. And we’re also here to remind you that you are stronger than you think and more powerful than you know. You are a small business owner, the person who dared to ask what if? The leader who had the courage to take that first step to build a business and a future you believe in.
We know that disasters and economic downturns bring unprecedented challenges. But what if the worst thing that ever happened to your business was the catalyst to unlock your courage once again? What if the obstacle you are experiencing right now is your opportunity to grow stronger, more agile, and more successful than you’ve ever been?
What if you could do more than just survive? What if you could thrive?
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Sign up for Round Tables Discussions with MACCE
Industry Round Table
Gyms and Fitness Facilities
Tuesday, July 28
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Register here
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Map of Mashpee and Mashpee Magazine
Available in Print and Digital
Click the image to view digital versions!
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The Mashpee Chamber Bulletin is Sponsored by
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Mashpee Chamber of Commerce | 508.477.0792 | P. O. Box 1245, Mashpee, MA 02649
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