Arts Foundation of Cape Cod

24TH ANNUAL TD BANKNORTH POPS BY THE SEA A SOLD OUT SUCCESS!

Pops by the Sea 2009For a 5th consecutive year, the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod presented our annual Pops by the Sea concert to a sold out audience of approximately 15,000 guests. Cape Codders were joined by visitors from near and far, who enjoyed the year's only Cape Cod appearance of the Boston Pops.

The musical selections were enthusiastically enjoyed and appreciated by the audience, young and old alike. Guest conductor Angie Dickinson charmed the audience, leading the orchestra in Gershwin's Strike Up the Band.

Thank you TD Banknorth for your sustaining sponsorship! Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers. Thank you to our over 500 volunteers. And thank you Cape Cod for joining the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod for this spectacular annual event.

Read about it in the News:
Cape Cod Times - August 2, August 3
Barnstable Patriot - July 31
The Register - July 30


Citizens Bank Summer Concert Series
A perfect way to spend a sunny, warm, summer evening

Citizens Bank Concert Series - Falmouth The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod and the Citizens Bank Foundation are presenting the highly popular Citizens Bank Summer Concert Series in Dennis, Eastham, Falmouth, Harwich, Hyannis, Mashpee, and Sandwich.  Visit our website for a full schedule or call 508-362-0066.

Upcoming concerts for the week of August 7 - August 14:
   
Friday, August 7 at 6:00-7:30 pm, Falmouth, Pat Ryan
Friday, August 7 at 6:00-7:30 pm, Sandwich, Stanley and Grimm
Monday, August 10
at 7:00-8:30 pm, Dennis, Just Enough
Monday, August 10 at 6:00-7:30 pm, Harwich, Stage Door Canteen
Tuesday, August 11
at 6:00-7:30 pm, Hyannis, The Elbows
Wednesday, August 12
at 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Eastham, The Parkington Sisters
Thursday, August 13 at 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Mashpee, Fred Clayton
Friday, August 14 at 6:00-7:30 pm, Falmouth, Daniel Byrnes
Friday, August 7 at 6:00-7:30 pm, Sandwich, Stage Door Canteen

All concerts are free and open to the public.  Guests are encouraged to bring a beach chair or blanket to the concerts.  There will be no rain dates.

The Citizens Bank Foundation is the charitable contributions vehicle of Citizens Bank. The foundation's support is focused on housing, community development and basic human needs.


Celebrate the Arts and Culture of Cape Cod
Fall for the Arts: Three-Day Festival


Fall for the Arts The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod and Cape Cod View Magazine are delighted to announce that the Second Annual Fall for the Arts Festival will be celebrated on the weekend of October 2-4.
 
Fall for the Arts promotes and celebrates the vibrant arts and culture of Cape Cod. Cape residents and visitors enjoy live music, delicious food and a spectrum of activities at hundreds of venues including museums, galleries, restaurants, libraries and parks.
 
All fifteen Cape towns are invited to participate and showcase the unique artistic flavor and flair of their community.

Members of the Cape's creative community are encouraged to get involved with the Festival and take advantage of the rewarding opportunities available to Fall for the Arts participants. To become involved or for information call 508-362-0066 or email zornstein@artsfoundation.org or visit www.artsfoundation.org/fall-for-the-arts.


Join the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod - Fly Free to Nantucket!

Join the AFCC
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Studio by the Sea
Join the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod and fly free to Nantucket! Now, all new and renewing adult members of the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod will receive a free, round-trip ticket from Hyannis to Nantucket from Cape Air!

Why become a member of the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod?
  • Because the Arts contribute to the wonderful quality of life on Cape Cod
  • Because Arts and Culture are an essential part of the Cape Cod economy
  • Because I receive a free round-trip ticket to Nantucket from Hyannis on Cape Air with each adult membership
  • Because Arts Foundation of Cape Cod memberships make wonderful gifts - and I could keep the Nantucket tickets!
  • Because the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod celebrates, promotes, and supports the Arts year-round; they need and deserve my assistance
Join online now as a member!




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VisualArtsVisual Arts

Robert Sweeney oil paintings at the Kendall Art Gallery

Larry Szycher
Old 6A, Truro by Larry Szycher
Kendal Art Gallery is currently showing Robert Sweeney's oil paintings exhibition A New England Re-vision. The exhibit is on display now - August 7.

On Saturday, August 8 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, a reception for Larry Szycher will be held. The exhibit of his paintings, titled Where the Heart Returns runs  August 8 - 21.

The Kendall Art Gallery is located at 40 Main Street in Wellfleet. For information visit www.kendallartgallery.com.


Herb Edwards and Mitchell Johnson Exhibit New Works at Munson Gallery

Herb Edwards
Still Life with Yellow Table
by Herb Edwards.
Color: Form and Function, a two-man show featuring new works by Herb Edwards of Falmouth and Mitchell Johnson of Palo Alto, opens at the Munson Gallery on August 7 from 5:30 - 7:00 pm, at a reception, including a musical performance by The Sun Protection Factor Four. The show runs August 7 - 23.

The Gallery is located at 880 Main Street in Chatham. For more information call 508-237-5038 or visit www.munsongallery.net.





Adam Peck Gallery New Work Reception

Adam Peck
Blue Dune by Adam Peck
The Adam Peck Gallery will be holding an opening reception for new work on Friday, August 7 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Adam Peck Gallery is Provincetown's newest art gallery in the West End Gallery District featuring reverse glass paintings, paintings on panel, sculpture and furniture by Adam Peck. Other invited artists will be displayed during the season.

The Gallery is located at 137 Commercial Street in Provincetown. For more information call 508-274-8298.




New Exhibition at the Rice/Polak Gallery

Olga Antonova
Olga Antonova
The Rice/Polak Gallery is pleased to announce its third exhibition of the 2009 season, featuring the work of Olga Antonova, Pedro Bonnin, and David Prifti.  An opening reception will be held on Friday, August 7 at 7:00 pm. The exhibition will be shown August 7 - 20.

The Rice/Polak Gallery is located at 430 Commercial Street in Provincetown. For more information call 508-487-1052 or visit www.ricepolakgallery.com.






Jacob Cooley and Ann Scott at Lyman-Eyer Gallery

Jacob Cooley
Gathering Light by Jacob Cooley
The Lyman-Eyer Gallery presents a two person exhibition of new landscapes by Jacob Cooley and Ann Scott. The exhibition is running now - August 19, with an opening reception on Friday, August 7 at 7:00 pm.
           
The Lyman-Eyer Gallery is located at 432 Commercial Street in Provincetown. For information call 508-487-3937 or visit  www.lymaneyerart.com.




Alden Gallery Presents Forbidden Colors

Laurence YoungRobert Morgan
Over-Shadowed by Laurence Young
Standing in the Waves by Robert Morgan
The Alden Gallery will hold a reception for Forbidden Colors: New Work by Laurence Young and Robert Morgan, a two-person show of gallery artists, on Friday, August 7, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at the gallery's exhibit space. The exhibit will run August 7 - 19.

The Alden Gallery is located at 423 Commercial Street in Provincetown. For more information call 508-487-4230 or visit www.aldengallery.com.



Hans Hofmann Exhibition at PAAM

Lillian Orlowsky
Lillian Orlowsky
The exhibition at the Provincetown Art Association and Museum, Search For the Real: Hans Hofmann and His Students, brings together more than thirty drawings by several of Provincetown's most celebrated contemporary artists. This exhibition features fifteen drawings by renowned Abstract Expressionist Hans Hofmann. Twenty prefatory drawings by notable Hofmann students will also be on view.

The exhibit is on view August 7 - October 11. An opening reception will be held on August 7 from 8:00 - 10:00 pm. On Tuesday, August 18 at 7:00 pm Robert Henry, Selina Trieff and Myrna Harrison will lead a panel discussion.

PAAM is located at 460 Commercial Street in Provincetown. For information call 508-487-1750 or visit www.paam.org.


The Studio on Slough Road Presents Character Study

Courtney Monks Giovinazzi
Courtney Monks Giovinazzi
The Studio on Slough Road is bringing together two visiting painters, Courtney Monks Giovinazzi and Sally Vince, to complement the work of Kathleen Sidwell in an opening reception titled Character Study.  The three extremely different styles of these artists bring an exciting perspective to how the human form has been represented by all genres of art.

Opening reception is on Saturday, August 8 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The exhibit runs August 8 - 28.

Studio on Slough Road is located at 75 Slough Road in Brewster. For more information call 508-367-5749 or email studioonslough@yahoo.com or visit www.studioonsloughroad.com.


The Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship presents On Location

Priscilla Levesque
Bridge to Tobey Island by Priscilla Levesque
On Location, an exhibit of watermedia paintings by artist Priscilla Levesque of Cataumet, will be on display from now - August 28 and is open to the public Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 12:00 pm.  A reception will be held on Saturday, August 8 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm.

The Unitarian - Universalist Fellowship is located at 840 Sandwich Road in Falmouth.  For information visit www.priscillaart.com.



Robert Roark at Winstanley-Roark Fine Arts Gallery 

Robert Roark
Night Falls by Robert Roark
An artist reception for Robert Roark will be held on Saturday, August 8 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm.  The exhibit runs August 8 - 14.

Robert K. Roark is considered a master of reflected light, whose landscapes, portraits and still lifes invite tactile exploration and whose resplendent paintings often elicite references to Vermeer.

Winstanley-Roark Fine Arts Gallery is located at 744 Route 6A in Dennis. For information call 508-385-4713 or visit www.masterfulart.com.


Painting Demonstrations and Talks at The Rowley Gallery

Mary Giammarino The Rowley Gallery offers Saturday afternoon painting demonstrations and talks through the month of August from 4:00 - 6:00 pm.

August 8: Mary Giammarino - Oil Painting Demonstration
August 15: John Clayton - Oil Painting Demonstration
August 22:  Janet Gilmore - Pastel Portrait Demonstration
August 29: Tom Eaton -  Still Life Demonstration
September 5: Dorothy Strauss - Talk - Fauve to Abstract

Rowland Gallery is located at 84 Route 6A in Orleans. For information call 508-255-3690.



Icons of the Civil Rights Movement 

Pamela Chatterton-PurdyThe exhibit Icons of the Civil Rights Movement, by Pamela Chatterton-Purdy, is at the Zion Union Heritage Museum now - September 30. A reception will be held on Saturday, August 8 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm.

Zion Union Heritage Museum is located at 276 North Street in Hyannis. For information call 508-790-9466 or visit www.zionunionheritagemuseum.org.




George Booth at Guyer Art Barn

George Booth Recent Works on Paper, by artist George Booth, is on exhibit now - August 9 at Guyer Art Barn.

Guyer Barn is a showcase for emerging and established local artists. It is a community art space, a working artist studio and professional artist gallery supporting and promoting the arts.

Guyer Barn is located at 250 South Street in Hyannis. For information call 508-862-4990 or visit www.harboryourarts.com.





Exhibitions at artSTRAND

Bert Yarborough
Bert Yarborough's Studio
The recent work of artSTRAND artists Paul Bowen, Irene Lipton, Francis Olschafskie and guest artist Kristen Schiele is on exhibit at the gallery, now - August 12.

New work by artSTRAND owner/artists Bert Yarborough, Jim Peters, Bailey Bob Bailey and guest artist Katherine Bradford will be on exhibit August 14 - September 2, with an opening reception on Friday, August 14 from 7:00 - 10:00 pm. The show will be artSTRAND's final individual artist exhibition of the season.

artSTRAND is located at 494 Commercial Street in Provincetown. For information call 508-487-1153 or visit www.artstrand.com.


Masterworks Exhibit at Julie Heller Gallery

Karl Knaths
Bushel of Potatoes by Karl Knaths
The exhibit Masterworks is currently on display at the Julie Heller Gallery now - August 13. The artists featured in the exhibition include, but are not limited to, Karl Knaths, Milton Avery, Blanche Lazzell, B. J. O. Nordfeldt and Oliver Chaffee.

Julie Heller Gallery is located at 2 Gosnold Street in Provincetown. For more information call 508-487-2169 or visit www.juliehellergallery.com.



Special Art Reception at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod
Lisa Sawlit
Venus by Lisa Sawlit

The Cultural Center of Cape Cod is hosting a special art reception for Lisa Sawlit, featuring a musical performance by Soprano Joanna Porackova, on August 15 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Lisa's exhibit, Venus by the Sea, will fill the Great Hall from August 12 - 30. The exhibit includes her work and works from her private art collection.

The Cultural Center of Cape Cod is located at 307 Old Main Street in SOuth Yarmouth. For information call 508-394-7100 or visit www.cultural-center.org.




Truro/Truro at the Highland House Museum
21 in Truro


21 in Truro presents an exhibition titled Truro/Truro at the Highland House Museum from August 15 - September 25. An opening reception will be held Saturday, August 15 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm.  A talk and slide presentation will take place on Wednesday, August 26 at 7:30 pm. 

The Highland House Museum is located at 27 Highland Road in North Truro. For information call 508-789-6916 or visit www.21intruro.com.


Artist Walter Ford at PAAM

Walter Ford
Nila by Walter Ford
On Sunday, August 16 at 11:00 am, Walton Ford will offer a two-hour public presentation at the Provincetown Art Association and Museum. Attendees will have the opportunity to converse with the artist, ask questions, and view original artworks.

PAAM is located at 460 Commercial Street in Provincetown. For information or reservations call 508-487-1750 or email cmccarthy@paam.org or visit www.paam.org.



Michael Ornstein New Works on Paper at the Falmouth Jewish Congregation

Michael Marisi Ornstein
F1 by Michael Marisi Ornstein
The Falmouth Jewish Congregation is hosting its annual Summer Series featuring films, theater, art exhibits, documentaries, and speakers. FJC is displaying an exhibit by Michael Ornstein now - August 17.

The Falmouth Jewish Congregation is located at 7 Hatchville Road in East Falmouth. For information call 508-540-0602 or visit
www.falmouthjewish.org/SpecialEvents.asp.









Kahn/Selesnick, Peik Larsen, and Sarah Lutz at DNA Gallery 

Sarah Lutz
Funnel by Sarah Lutz
DNA Gallery announces a new exhibition featuring Kahn/Selesnick, Peik Larsen, and Sarah Lutz. The exhibit runs now - August 19.

Friends of the Museum, a group show curated by Russell LaMontagne, will run concurrently in DNA's side space.

DNA Gallery is located at 288 Bradford Street in Provincetown. For information call 508-487-7700 or email info@dnagallery.com.






New Work form Gallery Artists at The Schoolhouse Gallery
Mark Adams
Mark Adams

The Schoolhouse Gallery presents new work from gallery artists now - August 19. The artists exhibiting are Mark Adams, Daniel Heyman, Sharon Horvath, and Paul Lee.

The Schoolhouse Gallery is located at 494 Commercial Street in Provincetown. For information call 508-487-4800 or email mike@schoolhouseprovincetown.com




Hollywood Icons at Harmon Gallery

Daniel Maffia An exhibition of recent works by Daniel Maffia, titled Hollywood Icons, will be presented at the Harmon Gallery. The show is on display now - August 21.

Daniel's work appeared on the covers of Time, Newsweek, Esquire and other well-known publications. His oil paintings have been exhibited in galleries in Paris, New York and throughout the US.

Harmon Gallery is located at 95 Commercial Street in Wellfleet. For information call 508-349-0530.




Guy Tringali at the J Miller Gallery

Guy Tringali
Patriots of Pleasant Point by Guy Tringali
Guy Tringali's oils and watercolors are on display now - August 22 at the J Miller Gallery.

The J Miller Gallery is located at 681 Falmouth Road in Mashpee. For information call 508-539-3888 or visit www.jmillerpictureframer.com.







Sally Bassett Dickeson's Work on Display

Sally Bassett Dickeson
Kent's Point, Orleans
by Sally Bassett Dickeson
Local artist Sally Bassett Dickeson presents landscapes and seascapes of Cape Cod in oils at the Cape Cod Five Cent Savings Bank in Orleans. Also included in the show are a group of whimsical drawings inspired by childhood stick figures sketches.

Hours are Monday - Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm,  Thursday - Friday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm, and Saturday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. The Cape Cod Five Cent Savings Bank is located at 97 Cranberry Highway in Orleans.







Exhibition by Master Photographer Alison Shaw

Alison Shaw The Cape Cod Conservatory's Master Photographer Series presents the exhibit of internationally-recognized artistic photographer, Alison Shaw, of Martha's Vineyard. The exhibit will be on display at the Conservatory's West Barnstable campus now - August 31.

The Cape Cod Conservatory's West Barnstable campus is located at 2235 Route 132, across from the college. For information call 508-362-2772 or visit www.capecodconservatory.org.




Pastels by Deborah Norton at Cape Cup

Deborah Norton Pastels by Deborah Norton will be on display at Cape Cup now - August 31. 

Cape Cup is located at 54 Main Street in Orleans.  For information call  508-255-1989.








New Glass Sculpture Collection at The Millstone Sculpture Gallery

Benton JonesMillstone Sculpture Gallery presents new glass sculpture by Benton Jones. The exhibition, Melting Hemispheres, runs now - September 1.

Millstone Sculpture Gallery is located at 3090 Route 6A in Brewster. For information call 508-896-2452 or visit www.millstonegallery.com.









artSTRAND's Portfolio Project on Exhibition at Cape Cod Museum of Art

Daniel Ranalli
Threatened and Endangered Species - Truro
by Daniel Ranalli
A selection of works from artSTRAND's Portfolio Project is on exhibition at the Cape Cod Museum of Art now - September 30. This selection is taken from the portfolios produced since 2005 for the Provincetown gallery. The artists represented in this collection of work include: Bob Bailey, Daniel Ranalli, Tabitha Vevers, Paul Bowen, and Maryalice Johnston.

The Cape Cod Museum of Art is located off Route 6A, 60 Hope Lane, on the grounds of Cape Cod Center for the Arts in Dennis. For information call 508-385-4477 or visit  www.ccmoa.org.



More Visual Arts
  • The Cape Cod Conservatory's Falmouth Campus is presenting USA Perspective. The exhibit runs now - August 7, weekdays from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. 60 Highfield Drive, Falmouth. For information: 508-540-0611 / www.capecodconservatory.org
  • Cultural Center of Cape Cod art reception on August 7, 5:00-7:00 pm. Rowena Perkins, paintings, in the Board Room now - August 9. Traci Guarino and Pedro Blanco, photographs, in the Vault August 5-23. 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth. For information: 508-394-7100 / www.cultural-center.org
  • Studio on Slough Road presents Character Study: The Realism & Interpretation of Painters Sally Vince & Courtney Giovinazzi on Saturday, August 8, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. For information: 508-367-5749 / www.studioonsloughroad.com
  • Yarmouth Art Guild presents an Outdoor Art Show on the lawn of Bank of America and Cape Cod Cooperative Bank on Sundays, August 9, 16, 23, September 6, 13, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. Route 6A, Yarmouthport. For information: 508-394-7043
  • Left Bank Gallery exhibit Ellen Granter and Graceann Warn on display now - August 14. 25 Commercial Street, Wellfleet. For information: 508-349-9451 / www.leftbankgallery.com
  • Dakota De Smet and Ellie Weinberger are showing their oil paintings of Cape Cod scenes and Still Lifes at the Brewster Ladies' Library now - August 15. Opening reception is Saturday, August 1, 4:00 - 6:00 pm. 1822 Main Street (Route 6A), Brewster.
  • The Painted Ladies are holding their 6th Annual Art Show and Sale now-August 15 at the Jonathan Bourne Public Library, Sandwich Road, Bourne. Open during regular library hours (closed Sundays and Mondays) on the Mezzanine Level. For information: dpmyers@gis.net
  • Falmouth Artists Guild presents its Summer Juried Show now - August 16. Hours are Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturday 12:00 - 4:00 pm. 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth. For information: 508-540-3304 / www.falmouthart.org
  • The Chatham Historical Society presents a lecture by Jane Turano-Thompson titled Photography and the Maritime Experience in America, 1840-1880 on Sunday, August 16, 2:00 pm. Chatham Community Center, 702 Main Street, Chatham. For information: 508-945-5175
  • Woodruff's Art Center is showing Journeys - Cape Cod and Beyond by Linda Walker and Mary Carroll running now - August 22. 1 North Market Street, Mashpee Commons, Mashpee. For information: 508-477-5767 / woodruffsartcenter@verizon.net
  • Rowley Gallery presents Charcoal Portraits by Janet Gilmore on Fridays, now - August 28, 4:00 - 6:00 pm; Painting Demonstrations & Gallery Talks on Saturdays, now - September, 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Please bring a lawn chair. No appointment. 84 Route 6A,  Orleans. For information: 508-255-3690 / www.elizabethrowleygallery.com
  • The Printmakers of Cape Cod will be having an exhibition of small works, titled Printed Visions, at the Maser Gallery at Falmouth Community Television, August 30 - October 1. The opening reception is Sunday, September 13, 3:00 - 5:00 pm. 310 Dillingham Avenue, Falmouth. For information: 508-495-0870 / www.printmakersofcapecod.org.
  • Guild of Chatham Painters Summer 2009 Exhibit Schedule now - September 4; Thursdays 9:30 am - 5:30 pm and Fridays 9:30 am - 3:30 pm. Front Lawn of St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 625 Main Street, Chatham. For information: www.guildofchathampainters.com
  • Falmouth Artist Guild is exhibiting a show celebrating the 150th birthday of Katherine Lee Bates titled That Sees Beyond the Years. The exhibition runs now - September 8. 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth. For information: 508-540-3304 / falmouthart.org
  • Woods Hole Bridge Reconstruction at the Woods Hole Historical Museum. The show runs now - October 10.  Also on exhibition is the work of six area potters. The show runs now - October 10. Partially funded by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod. 579 Woods Hole Road, Woods Hole. For information: 508-548-7270 / www.woodsholemuseum.org
  • Pilgrims, Patriots and Products on view at Provincetown Museum now - November 30, explores how the marketplace has exploited a mythical image of America's colonial past. 1 High Pole Hill Road, Provincetown. For information: 508-487-1310 / www.pilgrim-monument.org
Visual Arts Offered Weekly
  • The Harbor your Arts Artist Shanties are open seven days a week! Over 24 artists occupy 6 of the artist shanties. 11:00 am - 8:00 pm through Labor Day. Bismore Park, Hyannis Harbor. For information: 508-862-4767 / www.harboryourarts.com
  • Guild of Harwich Artists has Monday Art-in-the-Park shows at Doane Park in Harwich Port.  The Gallery is located at 551 Route 28 in Harwich Port. For information 508-432-1012.
  • The Nauset Painters Outdoor Art Shows, the oldest outdoor art shows on the Cape (51 years) consists of 12 local Cape artists, showing their work every Tuesday during the summer from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm at Square Park in Orleans. For information: 508-896-6655 
  • Artful Thursdays at the Cape Cod Museum of Art: Talks by exhibiting curators at 11:00 am, docent-led museum tours at 2:00 pm, and special events on selected Thursday evenings. Off Route 6A, 60 Hope Lane, Dennis. For information 508-385-4477 x12 / www.ccmoa.org
  • Pearl Street in Hyannis is home to Sarah Holl Artspace, open Saturdays 1:00 - 4:00 pm and by appointment (www.sarahholl.com).  Artist work studios at 50 Pearl with artists Melanie Chartier, Carole Ann Danner, Deb Donovan, Jenny Fragosa, Ken Gavin and pottery studio of Molly Driscoll. For information: 508-862-4787 / www.harboryourarts.com


PerformingArtsPerforming Arts

Cape Cod Melody Tent: This Week's Entertainment

Melody Tent
George Thorogood
Friday, August 7 at 8:00 pm: The Derek Trucks Band
Saturday, August 8 at 8:00 pm: Chris Botti (sold out)
Sunday, August 9 at 8:00 pm: George Thorogood & The Destroyers
Wednesday, August 12 at 8:00 pm: Comedian Jeff Dunham (sold out)
Thursday, August 13 at 8:00 pm: Comedian Carlos Mencia


For tickets call 1-800-745-3000 or visit melodytent.org/events.php or visit the Melody Tent box office, located at 21 West Main Street in Hyannis, open daily, noon - 6:00 pm.



Friday Night Music Cafe with the Gonzo Morelli Band

Gonzo Morelli BandThe Cultural Center of Cape Cod presents the Gonzo Morelli Band performing at the Friday Night Music Cafe on August 7, from 8:00 - 10:30 pm. The Gonzo Morelli Band, composed of  experienced veterans of the New England & New York City, performs a blend of flavors from rock, psychedelia, funk, disco, fusion and blues.

The Cultural Center of Cape Cod is located at 307 Old Main Sreet in  South Yarmouth. For information call 508-394-7100 or visit  www.cultural-center.org.



No Exit and Entrain at Payomet Performing Arts Center

No ExitThe Payomet Performing Arts Center presents Jean Paul Satre's No Exit now - August 8. Performances at 8:00 pm.

The Yiddish Theatre & Klezmer Music Festival will be held August 9 - 12. Music performances, staged readings, film screenings, talks,  workshops, amd more!

The Payomet Performing Arts Tent is located at the Highlands Center in the Cape Cod National Seashore, 29 Old Dewline Road (off South Highland Road) in North Truro. For information and tickets call 508-487-5400 or visit www.ppactruro.org.


August Productions at Monomoy Theatre

Romeo & Juliet
photo by Alan Rust
The Ohio University Players have announced the schedule for their 52nd season at the Monomoy Theatre. Shows are Tuesdays - Saturdays at 8:00 pm, with matinees on Thursdays at 2:00 pm.

Now - August 8: Honk!
August 11 - 15: Romeo & Juliet
August 18 - 22: The Trip to Bountiful
August 25 - 29: Room Service

Monomoy Theatre is located at 716 Main Street in Chatham. For information and tickets call 508-945-1589 or visit www.monomoytheatre.org.



Pied Potter Hamelin's Magical Potter's Wheel at CCMA

Rick HamelinThe Cape Cod Museum of Art will host the Pied Potter Hamelin's Magical Potter's Wheel on August 13 at 5:00 pm in the Bank of American/Hunter Gallery. Rick Hamelin will give an hour and a half performance including discussions of pottery making techniques, Massachusetts pottery history and storytelling.

The Cape Cod Museum of Art is located on the grounds of the Cape Cod Center for the Arts, off Route 6A, Hope Lane in Dennis. For information call 508-385-4477 or visit www.ccmoa.org.





Sylvia Opens at Cotuit Center for the Arts

SylviaCotuit Center for the Arts is proud to present Sylvia by A. R. Gurney.  John Williams directs this modern romantic comedy. The show runs from August 13 - 30 with performances at 8:00 pm on Thursday - Saturday and Sunday matinee performances at 4:00 pm.  

Cotuit Center for the Arts is located at 4404 Falmouth Road (Route 28) in Cotuit. For information or tickets call 508-428-0669 or visit www.cotuitcenterforthearts.org. The Passport to the Arts will be accepted for this production.





Staged Reading of The Guys

The GuysThe Woods Hole Theater Company presents a staged reading of The Guys by Anne Nelson, performed by Diane Quaid and Cleo Zani, directed by Lisa Smith.  Performances are August 13-15 and 20-22 at 8:00 pm at the Woods Hole Community Hall.

The Guys is a post 9/11 play about a fire captain who comes to see a writer about writing eulogies for his lost men, but it transcends that particular moment of history.

The Woods Hole Community Hall is located at 68 Water Street, Woods Hole. For more information or reservations call 508-540-6525.


Chandler Travis Philharmonic at Aselton Park

Chandler Travis PhilharmonicChandler Travis Philharmonic will perform on Friday, August 14 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm as part of the Hyannis Harbor Summer Sounds Concert Series.

The final concert in this music series is Friday, August 21 with Lydia Warren, who performs original blues-rock, soul and R&B.

Aselton Park is located at the corner of South Street and Ocean Streets in Hyannis. For more information call 508-862-4990 or visit www.harboryourarts.com.


Tripping Lily CD Release Concert

Tripping Lily CD CoverTripping Lily is in concert on August 15 at 7:30 pm at the Pope John Paul II High School Auditorium. The concert is in celebration of releasing their long awaited studio recording The Day Everything Became Nothing. The new record consist of fourteen original compositions all written by the members of Tripping Lily.

Pope John Paul II High School Auditorium is located at 120 High School Road in Hyannis. For information visit www.trippinglily.com.






Academy Playhouse Presents Godspell

GodspellGodspell is presented by The Academy Playhouse, with Josh Koopman as Jesus and DJ Kostka as Judas, now - August 15, Tuesday - Sunday at 8:00 pm.

The Academy Playhouse is located at 120 Main Street in
Orleans. For more information or reservations call 508-255-1963 or visit www.apacape.org.




Cape Cod Opera Presents Cosi Fan Tutte

Cape Cod OperaCape Cod Opera presents one performance only of  Mozart's Cosi Fan Tutte or Lessons for Lovers, on Sunday, August 16 at 3:00 pm on the stage of the Tilden Auditorium.     

The plot, written by Lorenzo de Ponte, is to be sung and spoken in English. The story is of the challenges two sisters face to remain faithful to their fiancés under trying,  tempting and hilarious  circumstances.

Tilden Auditorium is located on the campus of Cape Cod Community College, Route 132 in West Barnstable. For information call 508-945-9274 or for tickets call 508 246-0039 or visit www.capecodopera.org.



The Little Dog Laughed Now Showing at WHAT

The Little Dog LaughedThe Little Dog Laughed, by Douglas Carter Beane
directed by Daisy Walker, runs now - September 5 at 8:00 pm, Tuesday - Saturday, on the Julie Harris Stage at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater.

Also playing is Laughing Wild, by Christopher Durang and directed by Brendan Hughes, running now - August 16, Wednesday - Sunday at 7:30 pm on the Harbor Stage.

WHAT's Julie Harris Stage is located at 2357 Route 6 in Wellfleet. The Harbor Stage is located at 1 Kendrick Avenue in Wellfleet. For more information or tickets call 508-349-9428 or visit  www.what.org.


Counter Productions at the Provincetown Theater Presents Take Me Out

Take Me Out Take Me Out by Richard Greenberg, directed by Patrick Falco, is at the Provincetown Theater. Performances are Wednesdays and Thursdays, now - August 20 at 7:30 pm.

On Saturday, September 5 will be Art Performance with Robert Cardinal.

Provincetown Theater is located at 238 Bradford Street in Provincetown. For information and tickets call 508-487-9793 or visit www.provincetowntheater.org.







U.S. Air Force Wind Ensemble in Concert at Highfield Hall

U.S. Air Force Ensemble The New England Winds, a performing ensemble of the United States Air Force Band of Liberty based at Hanscom Air Force Base, will be in concert on August 25 at 7:00 pm at Highfield Hall. The concert, including popular, Broadway, patriotic, jazz and folk music, is tailored to audiences of all ages and promises to be an entertaining combination of musical excellence and showmanship.  This concert is indoors and seating is limited, so reservations are strongly suggested.

Highfield Hall is located at 56 Highfield Drive in Falmouth. For information or reservations call 508-495-1878 or email reservations@highfieldhall.org or visit www.highfieldhall.org.


More Performing Arts
  • Beachcomber Music Listings: August 7, 9:00 pm, Drug Rug; August 8, 10:00 pm, Brown Rice Family; August 9, 4:00 pm, Incredible Casuals; August 10, 10:00 pm, Dance Night with DJ Nomad; August 11, 10:00 pm, Reggae Night with DJ Bud E. Green; August 12, 10:00 pm: The Radiators. Cahoon Hollow Beach, Cape Cod National Seashore. For information call 508-349-6055 or visit www.thebeachcomber.com.

  • The Optimist Cafe presents Kami Lyle on Friday, August 7 at 6:30 pm and the Fred Clayton Trio on Saturday, August 8 at 6:30 pm. 134 Main Street (Route 6A), Yarmouthport. For information: 508-362-1024 / www.optimistcafe.com
  • Elements Theatre Company presents Rumors by Neil Simon and, directed by Danielle Dwyer, CJ. Performances Friday and Sunday evenings at 7:30 pm and Saturday Dinner Theatre at 6:00 pm. August 7-9, 14-16. Paraclete House, Rock Harbor, Orleans. For information and tickets: 508-240-2400 / www.gdaf.org
  • The Grand Cru Wine Bar August Entertainment lineup: August 7, 21, Bart Weisman; August 8, 15 Mark Bornfield & D'Jamin; August 14, 28-29 Lori Columbo & Jim Robitaille Duo; August 22 Ibis Trio Jazz Band. The Cape Codder Resort & Spa, Route 132 & Bearse's Way, Hyannis. For information: 508-771-3000
  • Walking Tours of Historic Sandwich Village Thursdays, August 13 and August 27. Join author/naturalist Thornton Burgess as portrayed by actor David B. Hobbs on an easy one mile tour of the village Burgess knew as a child. Thornton W. Burgess Museum, 4 Water Street (Route 130), Sandwich. For information: 508-888-6870 / www.thorntonburgess.org
  • Free Friday night concerts now - August 21, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm. Aselton Park, Hyannis - corner of South and Ocean Street. For information: 508-862-4990 / www.harboryourarts.com
  • The Academy Playhouse presents Art on Mondays, now - August 31 at 8:00 pm. 120 Main Street, Orleans. For information and tickets: 508-255-1963 / www.apacape.org
  • British Beer Company August Entertainment lined up in Falmouth, Hyannis and Sandwich now-August 31. For information: 508-888-6610 / www.britishbeer.com

Performing Arts Offered Weekly
  • A Chord in the Hand, a club for people who enjoy traditional folk songs, child ballads, classic protest songs, sea shanties, and the like, meets on Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth. For information: Elizabeth Moisan 508-394-3679 / liz1485@verizon.net / www.cultural-center.org
  • The Photographic Society of Cape Cod meets year round on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, 7:00 - 9:30 pm. Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth. For information: 508-428-3937
  • Open Mic Night at The International Inn, 662 Main Street in Hyannis, Wednesdays. Blues, Rock, Jam, Funk, Fusion, Acoustic, Full Band, Improv, Comedy. Featuring The Clayton's Hat Jam Band.
  • FilmArt@PAAM screenings are held twice a month on Thursdays, 7:00 pm in the museum's galleries. Provincetown Art Association and Museum, 460 Commercial Street, Provincetown. For information: Howard Karren 508-487-9457 / hjkarren@mac.com
  • Cape Cod Art Association invites photographers, amateur and professionals, to join their Camera Club, which meets second and fourth Thursdays, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, educational pre-meetings at 6:30. CapeAbilities, Inc., Lyndon Center, 895 Mary Dunn Road, Independence Park, Hyannis. For information: 508-362-2909 / curator@capecodartassoc.org  / www.capecodartassoc.org
  • Harry's Cajun Bar & Grill invites all musicians to Funky Sunday Jam Night with Funktapuss at 7:30 pm. 700 Main Street, Hyannis.


LiteratureLiterature

The Fine Arts Work Center Summer Readings and Artist Talks

Julia Glass
Emily Eveleth
Julia Glass
Emily Eveleth
Monday, August 10, 7:00 pm
Reading by Julia Glass, Artist Talk by Emily Eveleth

Tuesday, August 11, 7:00 pm
Reading by Alicia Ostriker; Artist Talk by Louise Hamlin

Wednesday, August 12, 7:00 pm
Readings by Dorianne Laux and Jane Brox, Artist Talk by Joanne Dugan

Thursday, August 13, 6:15pm
Student Open Studios and Reading

The readings and talks are held in the Stanley Kunitz Common Room, Fine Arts Work Center located at 24 Pearl Street in Provincetown. For information call 508-487-9960 x103 or visit www.fawc.org.


Pulitzer Prize Winning Author Richard Russo Comes To Sandwich

Richard Russo Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize winner, will make two Cape Cod appearances, as part of Titcomb Bookshop's 40th anniversary celebration. On Saturday, August 15 at 7:00 pm, he will be at the Sandwich High School auditorium to talk about his new novel That Old Cape Magic.Prior to the talk, from 5:00 - 6:30 pm, he will be the guest of honor at a dinner reception at the home of Ralph and Nancy Titcomb. Reservations are required for the the reception.

The Sandwich High School is located at 365 Quaker Meeting House Road in Sandwich. For information or reception reservations call 508-888-2331 or visit www.titcombsbookshop.com.



Book Signing: Major New Novel by Local Author Peter Canova

Peter Canova Meet the author, Peter Canova, for a book launch and signing of Pope Annalisa at the Cotuit Center for the Arts on Saturday, August 22 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. At 2:00 pm there will be a short video shown in the theater with commentary by the author.  The event is free and open to the public. In Pope Annalisa, Peter explores an ancient spiritual tradition, which cut across not only Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, but also the so-called pagan mystery schools of ancient days.

Cotuit Center for the Arts is located at 4404 Falmouth Road (Route 28) in Cotuit. For information call  508-428-0669 or visit www.cotuitcenterforthearts.org.



More Literature  . . .
  • The next Poetry Session at O'Shea's Olde Inn will be on Thursday, August 20 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. August's feature is West Falmouth poet Nikoletta Nousiopoulos. Arrive before 7:00 pm to sign up to read. 348 Main Streeet (Route 28), West Dennis. For information: 508-398-5434 / alarmpup@verizon.net
  • A Book in the Hand celebrates the tactile pleasure of the printed page and the intimacy of the spoken word. On the second Monday of every month, two Cape Cod authors will read from their published prose. Jacob Sears Memorial Library, 23 Center Street, East Dennis. For information: 508-385-8151

FamilyFamily

Starcreations Theater presents Mrs. Doubtfire 

Starcreations Theater presents Mrs. Doubtfire on Saturday,  August 8 at 7:30 pm held at the Tilden Arts Studio Theatre.

Tilden Arts Studio Theatre is located on the campus of Cape Cod Community College, 2240 Iyannough Road, West Barnstable. For information and reservations call 508-747-1234 or email info@starcreations.org.






Harwich Junior Theatre Shows

Pinocchio August 11-27, evenings at 7:30 pm and Friday and Sunday at 4:00 pm, no Saturday show: Pinocchio, based on the story by Carlo Collodi and directed by James P. Byrne.

August 14-15, August 21-22, August 28-29 and September 2-6 at 8:00 pm: Elvis... The King and Me, by Jay Stewart, musical direction by Robert Wilder, directed by Nina Schuessler.

The Harwich Junior Theatre is located at 105 Division Street in West Harwich. For information or tickets call 508-432-2002 ext. 4 or visit  www.hjtcapecod.org.



Puss in Boots Currently Under the Tent at WHAT

Puss in BootsPuss in Boots, or The Astonishing Adventures of Ocelot Ugg, written and directed by Stephen Russell, runs now - August 27 at 7:30 pm, Monday - Thursday, under the tent next to the Julie Harris Stage at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater.

WHAT is located at 2357 Route 6 in Wellfleet. The Harbor Stage is located at 1 Kendrick Avenue in Wellfleet. For more information or tickets call 508-349-9428 or visit  www.what.org.





Pet Photography Day at the Edward Gorey House 

Edward Gorey House On Saturday, August 22 from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, bring a favorite furry friend or use one of the Gorey House's, for a professional photography session. Reservations recommended.

The Edward Gorey House is located at 8 Strawberry Lane in Yarmouth Port. For information call 508-362-3909 or visit www.edwardgoreyhouse.org.






Magical Nights With Family Movies at Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Movie Nights Films start at sunset. The pre-film activities begin at 7:00 pm. Set up your beach chairs or blankets in the beautiful garden and enjoy a pre-film activity in keeping with the theme of the night's movies.
 
Tuesday, August 25: Pirate Night - The Little Rascals, Gilligan's Island and more!

For information or rain locations visit  wellfleetpreservationhall.org/events.






Productions at Cape Rep Theatre

Emperor's New ClothesNow - August 29, Tuesdays - Saturdays at 8:00 pm:My Fair Lady

Now - September 1, Tuesday at 10:00 am: Pitter Patter Puppets

Now - September 3, Tuesday and Wednesdays at 10:00 am: The Emperor's New Clothes

Cape Rep Theatre is located at 3299 Route 6A in Brewster. For information and tickets call 508-806-1888 or visit  www.caperep.org.


More Family
  • Capesters, Inc. is a offering a summer art program for students ages 6-8, 9-12 and 13-15. August 10 - 14: New England Birds. The Old Schoolhouse, 3328 Main Street (Route 6A), Barnstable. For information: 508-534-9494 / capesters.blogspot.com
  • Cape Cod Art Association is offering a children's art class: Treasure Chests II, August 11-13, 10:00 am - noon, ages 6-10. For information or registration: 508-362-2909 / www.capecodartassoc.org
  • The Harwich Junior Theatre summer classes, now - August 21, are for all ages. Classes include Creative Movement, Creative Drama, Teen Acting, Musical Theatre, Basic Acting, Technical Theatre, Comedy Improv, Playwriting, Film Acting, and more. 105 Division Street, West Harwich. For information: 508-432-2022 x11 / www.hjtcapecod.org
  • Summer Arts Day-Camps for kids ages 6-12, now - August 21, at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod. All camps are Monday-Friday, 9:00 - 11:45 am. Snack included. Topics include photography, arts and crafts, creative writing, scrapbooking, and jewelry-making. 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth. For information or registration form: 508-394-7100 / www.cultural-center.org
  • The Guyer Barn has several classes geared for children this summer. Many offer discounts and "drop in" days. There are also workshops offered for teens and adults. 250 South Street,  Hyannis. For information: 508-862-4767 / www.harboryourarts.com
  • The Academy Playhouse presents Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty on Fridays and Saturdays, now - September 6 at 10:00 am. 120 Main Street, Orleans. For information and tickets: 508-255-1963 / www.apacape.org
  • Meryl's Music and Arts Center announces open registration for its 10-week fall session of classes for Cape Cod families. Offering Music Together for children 0-5 and their adult caregivers in Orleans, Harwich, S. Yarmouth, Sandwich, and Cataumet.  Also offering Signing Smart, baby sign language classes, Music Moves for Piano for kids 4.5-6, and the Art of Infant Massage.  For information: 508-432-5240 / www.merylsmusicandarts.com
  • Cape Cod Museum of Art is offering a wide variety of adult classes and workshops, and Art Camp and clay workshops for children. Children's afternoon workshops teach the basics of drawing, painting, sculpture, book making and collage. Off Route 6A, 60 Hope Lane, Dennis. For information: 508-385-4477 / www.ccmoa.org
  • The Callie Lewis Tyber Center for the Arts are offering classes: Monday Kids Create Camp; Hands on Healing with Art; Tuesday Yoga, Intro to Needle Felting; Oil Painting for Beginners; Cartooning; Clay; Beginners Drawing; Wednesday Kids Create Camp; Creative Painting; Thursday Watercolors; Drawing/Pastels; Friday Kids Create Camp; Open Art Studio for Teens. 36 Bates Road, Mashpee Commons North, Mashpee. For information and to register: 508-292-1417 / www.cltartcenter.com

ClassesandWorkshopsClasses and Workshops

Workshops at Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill

Bill Evaul
On August 10 - 14, Bill Evaul is teaching a workshop called The Provincetown Print at the Truro Center for the Arts.

This is just one of many workshops and classes offered late summer and in the fall.

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill is located at 10 Meetinghouse Road, Truro. For information or to register call 508-349-7511 or visit www.castlehill.org.


Upcoming Cape Cod Art Association Workshops

Lee Boynton
Portrait Painting with Sean Cassidy
The workshop will be held on August 13 from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Painting the Impressionist Landscape with Lee Boynton
The workshop will be held on August 22 - 23 from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm.

There are many other workshops and classes offered!

The Cape Cod Art Association is located at 3480 Route 6A in Barnstable. For more information or to register call 508-362-2909 or visit www.capecodartassoc.org.


Classes and Workshops
Please check out our Family Section for additional Classes and Workshops for Children
  • The Cape Cod Art Association's next session of classes begins August 10 - oil painting, photography, drawing and more.  CCAA is also offering several weekend workshops through the summer. 3480 Route 6A, Barnstable. For information: 508-362-2909 / www.capecodartassoc.org
  • Mary L. Moquin will hold an Art Encounter and Retreat at Sandy Neck in Barnstable from September 25-27. All levels and mediums are encouraged to attend, even the complete novice. For information or to register: 508-420-0087 / moquin@sandyneck.net
  • Summer Weekly Workshops in South Wellfleet, Monday-Thursday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Workshop Methods are informed by the traditions of teaching established on the Outer Cape, i.e. Charles Hawthorne and Hans Hoffman, as well as others, and by basic methods enjoyed by students enrolled in degree programs within the fine arts. For information: 508-349-0976 / www.projectarts.org/workshops.html

ApplicationsApplications, Grants, Spaces and Work

Exhibit your work at the Sturgis Library

Sturgis Library The Sturgis Library has exhibition space available.  Please visit online for exhibits and displays and for an application form.

The Sturgis Library is located at 3090 Main Street in Barnstable. For information call 508-362-8448 or visit www.sturgislibrary.org.



More Applications, Grants, Spaces and Work
  • Intern Positions at the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod: Design and Media Services Intern and Administration and Development Intern. For information: www.artsfoundation.org/careers
  • Counter Productions, the primary renter at the Provincetown Theater, is employing stage crew and tech people for their 2009 Summer Season. The Provincetown Theater is located at 238 Bradford Street in Provincetown. For information: www.counter-productions.org
  • The Harwich Summer Arts and Craft Festivals, on August 8-9, are accepting applications from artists and craftspeople. Information and applications for exhibit space are available from Harwich Cranberry Festival Summer, Crafts Registrar, P.O. 555, Harwich Port, MA 02646. For information: 508-527-7620 / mcmanused@msn.com
  • Painters, sculptors, photographers and printmakers may register for ART at the FARM (Meetinghouse Farm outdoor Show and Sale in West Barnstable on August 15 during the Village Festival) For information, or to register: Jean Carbonell 508-362-1339 / carbonel@cape.com / Pat Nickerson patnickersonart@yahoo.com
  • Playwrights' Lab of the Provincetown Theater Company announces a call for submissions for its Fall Playwrights' Festival. Submissions due by August 29 Festival dates November 7-8 and November 14-15.  For information: www.newprovincetownplayers.org
  • The Falmouth Cultural Council's Art Market is up and going for its third summer, showcasing Falmouth artists and artisans. It is running now - September 3, every Thursday from 3:00 - 8:00 pm, at Town Hall Square in Falmouth. There is no charge if nothing is sold and only a 15% commission on what is sold. Proceeds go towards the Falmouth Cultural Council's grants pool to be given to local artists and arts organizations. For information: martket@verizon.net
  • Robert John Cook hosts The Art Of Spiritual Gifts on Thursday, February 4, 2010, 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Cape Cod Museum of Art. Selected artists will answer the question "What Spiritual Gifts have you received and what/how have those Spiritual Gifts been used in your art?" For information: 508-367-5571 / MayflowerStudio@aol.com
  • Samuell Day Gallery Outdoor Arts & Fine Crafts is seeking artists, craftspersons, and musicians: No commission, rent your space by the day, week, or month. All days except Tuesday available for rent. One acre of beautiful grounds at 4039 Rt 6A in Cummaquid, MA.  Submit photos to c_samuell@hotmail.com or bring samples of your work to Samuell Day Gallery, 4039 Rt 6A, Cummaquid, MA.  Musicians can submit demo to Samuell Day Gallery on Facebook or drop off a CD at Samuell Day Gallery.
  • New publication requests for artists: The Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, Coastal Community Capital, Homebuilders and Remodelers Association of Cape Cod, Cotuit Center for the Arts, and Cultural Center of Cape Cod are creating a Sourcebook of Handcrafted Items with Architectural Elements designed for Architects, Designers and Builders. Artists must live or have their main place of business on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, or Nantucket and be able to supply photographs of work installed in homes or businesses. Criteria and submission guidelines in a downloadable form. For information: 508-362-8910 / clare@capecodchamber.org
  • Call to artists to help support veterans: in search of artists, professional and otherwise, whether it's with a paint brush, cooking spatula, a guitar with a few chords, or a poet writing a poem. Those with a creative skill are asked to volunteer and share their skills with veterans. For information or to participate: Robert John Cook 508-367-5571 / MayflowerStudio@aol.com


AuditionsAuditions

Auditions
  • Cape Rep Theatre announces auditions for Our Country's Good by Timberlake Wertenbaker. Art Devine will direct. Auditions on Sundays, August 9 and August 16 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm and 7:00 - 9:00 pm in the Indoor Theatre, Route 6A, East Brewster. Headshots and resumes are preferred but not required. Performances are November 5 - December 6, Thursday-Saturdays at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm (no performance on Thanksgiving). For information: 508-896-1888 / www.caperep.org

EventsOther Events

Cape Cod Scottish Festival at Heritage Museum & Gardens

Scottish FestivalHeritage Museum & Gardens teams up with The Highland Light Scottish Society of Cape Cod to produce an authentic, day-long celebration of Scottish culture on August 8 from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Activities include a Highland dance competition, a heavy athletics competition, pipe bands, clan tents, regional entertainment and authentic Scottish food.  This one-day event will be held rain or shine.  

Heritage Museum & Gardens is located at 67 Grove Street in Sandwich. For information call 508-888-3300 or visit www.capecodscottishfestival.org.


Las Vegas Night at Wellfleet Preservation Hall
With a Texas Hold 'Em Tournament


Wellfleet Prez Hall modelAn exciting evening of gaming under the stars at Wellfleet Preservation Hall on Thursday, August 13 from 7:00 - 11:00 pm. In addition to the tournament, there will be scores of items at the Silent Auction. Early reservations are recommended. 

Proceeds will go towards completing the renovation of Prez Hall so that it can open as a community cultural center next year. 

Wellfleet Preservation Hall is located at 335 Main Street in Wellfleet. For information and tickets call 508-349-6972 or email  marla@wellfleetpreservationhall.org or visit www.wellfleetpreservationhall.org.


Artists Market at the Cape Cod Conservatory in Barnstable

Art MarketCape Cod Conservatory's Artists Market features unique arts & crafts from staff and students, demonstrations, and fun projects for children. The Artists Market will be held on August 14, 21, 28 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.

The Cape Cod Conservatory is located at 2235 Route 132 in West Barnstable, across from the college. For more information call 508-362-2772.


Little Beach Gallery Expands and Adds a Working Artist Studio

Little Beach GalleryThe Little Beach Gallery, an innovative art gallery featuring a mix of beach-inspired work including photography, paintings and hand-crated pieces from 18 local artists, announces its recent expansion and addition of working artist studio on location. The new addition to The Little Beach Gallery also includes an additional display room allowing for more space for events and artwork.

In collaboration with talented local artist, Meaghann Kenney of Breakdown Lane, Kenney will be working out of the artist studio.

The Little Beach Gallery is located at 539 South Street in Hyannis. For more information call 508-775-5522 or visit www.thelittlebeachgallery.com.


More Events
  • Garden Party at Guyer Barn and Pearl Street Studios in Hyannis on Saturday, August 8 from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. Art, pottery, jewelry, music, demonstrations, and more. Best garden costume contest. For information: 508-566-2880 / injasoul@aol.com / www.harboryourarts.com
  • Swing Dance Party with Stage Door Canteen on August 8 from 8:00 - 11:00 pm at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod. Hosted by Kimberlee and Doug McHugh of Ballroom Bliss. For information: 508-760-4071 / ballroom_bliss@verizon.net
  • Local treasures to be celebrated in a mini-golf course constructed on Hyannis Main Street! Open now - August 9, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm. Proceeds benefit the Barnstable Education Foundation. Near corner of Ocean Street and Main Street (across from Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream), Hyannis. For information: 508-420-2067 / www.BarnstableEducationFoundation.org
  • WCAI presents Brunch With Cokie; an interview with NPR Senior News Analyst Cokie Roberts on Friday, August 14 at 10:00 am. Brunch at Farm Neck Golf Club Cafe in Oak Bluffs. Proceeds to benefit WCAI. For information and reservations: 508-548-9600
  • The Cape Cod Museum of Art presents a new partnership with The Artful Hand Gallery.  The Artful Hand Gallery will have a new retail space at the CCMA, open daily during regular museum hours. Located off Route 6A, 60 Hope Lane, Dennis. For information: 508-385-4477 / www.ccmoa.org
  • The Old Village Art Gallery is a co-op gallery in its third year of operation.  The Gallery represents 10 award winning artist. Open 6 days a week, Monday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, closed Tuesday, and Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm.  193 Main Street, Chatham. For information: 508-945-2400
  • The Front Porch Gallery features fine art, handcrafted wooden furniture, pottery and more. Open Thursdays - Mondays, 3:00 - 7:00 pm. 210 Baker Avenue, Wellfleet. For information: 508-633-0600

Submit Your Upcoming Events!

Submit your events to The Voice of the Arts on Cape Cod

The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod's Weekly Arts and Culture Insider Update
Submission deadline is Wednesdays noon.


The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod 3 Shootflying Hill Road, Centerville, MA 02632  TEL: 508-362-0066

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