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Planned Giving Council of Cape Cod Looking for Nominations for Distinguished Service to Philanthropy on Cape Cod and the Islands and Introduces Youth Award

Clubs / Organizations The Planned Giving Council of Cape Cod is looking for Nominations for Distinguished Service to Philanthropy on Cape Cod and the Islands Awards. Also, the Philanthropy Day Committee is pleased to announce a new category this year. Besides the Outstanding Volunteer, Outstanding Business, Outstanding Philanthropist, the committee is introducing a new category: Outstanding Youth/Youth Organization. This award will be presented to a youth or youth organization that has demonstrated outstanding philanthropic commitment through fundraising efforts and/or coordinating community involvement to benefit Cape Cod and the Islands. All awards will be presented during the 13th annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod to be held at the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis on November 4th, 2009. A special nominating committee made up of nonprofits, estate planners and other community members will choose the Outstanding Volunteer, Outstanding Businessperson, Outstanding Philanthropist and Outstanding Youth/Youth Organizatio… Category: Community. Email: adirectsolution@comcast.net. Saturday, July 4, 2009.

"Sarah" Sails in Hyannis

Trips / Tours Sail back in time aboard the Sarah, a replica of an 1886 Herbert Crosby Catboat which was used for Scallop fishing on Lewis Bay during the late 19th century. Built in The Cape Cod Maritime Museum’s own boat shop, Sarah was a very popular boat building exhibit until her launch in September of 2007. Embarking on a good will tour of the Cape’s south shore, in collaboration with Historical Societies, Yacht Clubs and other organizations, Sarah will be available for historical excursions, charters and events from several ports of call all summer long. $25, $10 kids. Reservations required. 508-775-1723. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Cost: $25 adults $10 kids. Reservations: Please reserve all sails with Cape Cod Maritime Museum. Email: info@capecodmaritimemuseum.org. Venue website: www.capecodmaritimemuseum.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009. Cape Cod Maritime Museum, 135 South St. Hyannis.

Dream Day on Cape Cod Golf Classic

Golf tournaments Dream Day on Cape Cod Golf Classic Monday July 27, 2009 Shotgun Start 10:30 AM / Registration at 9:30 The Ocean Edge Resort and Club, Brewster Ma $150 Fee / $100 Tee Sponsor Hosted by NE Patriots Alumni proceeds benefit Dream Day on Cape Cods summer program at Camp Nan-Ke-Rafe for children facing life threatening illnesses. for info please call Paul Hines @ 508-737-3502 or for an application please visit our website at www.dreamdayoncapecod.org. Town: Brewster. Category: Sports. Cost: $150 fee / $100 Sponsorship. Email: pvhines@hotmail.com. Directions: Rt 6A to The Ocean Edge Resort Club entrance follow to club. Artist/event website: www.dreamdayoncapecod.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009. The Ocean Edge Resort and Club.

Narcotics Anonymous

AA Meetings For meetings in New England area visit www.newenglandna.org. Helpline: 866-NAHELPU or 866-624-3578. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009. Cape Cod Area P.O. Box 684 Hyannis, MA 02601.

The Tiverton 4 Corners Antiques Show

Sales this is a 16 year old antiques show, with 35 antiques dealers, great quality. show takes place on an outdoor exhibit space, with sculpture set up around the antiques. Dealers will have oriental rugs, 18th & 19th American furniture, 20th century designer furniture, paintings and vintage photography West Harwich, MA antiques and fine art dealer Ralph Diamond will be exhibiting as well as doing free appraisals from 11-2 , with paid admission. Directions: from Cape, take 195 W to route 24 south, to exit 5- turn left, show is five miles on left. Category: Community. Phone: 508-801-6063. Artist/event website: www.fourcornersartcenter.com. Cost: $7/ 6.50 with ad. Saturday, July 4, 2009. Tiverton 4 Corners, Rhode Island 3852 Main Road.

Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary

Museums Nature center/trail open daily, dawn until dusk. Ponds, vernal pools, buttonbush swamp, salt marsh, and other habitats in a 110-acre sanctuary. Along trails are groves of tupelo, holly and spruce trees. Large oak trees, along with red maple, interspersed throughout property. Trails easy to walk with gentle slopes along mowed grass paths ending with views of Barnstable Harbor. Programs and activities offered. $4, $3 seniors and children age 3-12. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Cummaquid. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-362-7475. Saturday, July 4, 2009. 345 Bone Hill Road, Barnstable.

The Porter Thermometer Museum

Museums Almost always open. Display of more than 4,800 antique, rare and art-deco devices; traveling thermometer-history lecture geared for all ages. Listed in Guinness World Records. Region: Upper Cape. Village: Onset. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-295-5504. Email: thermometerman@aol.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009. 49 Zarahemla Road, Onset.

Big Black Jack

Blues 508-778-4188. Village: Hyannis. Town: Barnstable. Region: Mid Cape. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009. Harry's Bar and Grill, 700 Main St. Hyannis.

Karaoke Cape Cod

Karaoke 508-430-1100. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Harwich. Village: Harwich Port. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009. Jake Rooney's, 119 Brooks Road, Harwich Port.

Karaoke Madness

Karaoke 508-540-2500. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009. Falmouth Inn, 824 Main St.

Mark Bornfield and Dee

Piano Piano and vocals. 508-432-0253. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Harwich. Village: West Harwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009. Bishop's Terrace, 108 Route 28, West Harwich.

Lap Swimming

Classes/Workshops Mon/Wed/Fri 5am-7am; 12:15-1:15pm; 5:30pm-7pm Tues/Thurs 5am-8am; 12:15-1:15pm; 6:30-8:30pm Sat 6-8am; 11-1pm. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Village: East Sandwich. Category: Community. Cost: $10 pay as you go; $89/month; $179/ 3 months; $249/ 6 months; $389/year. Registration: Registration required. Phone: 508-888-5300. Email: register@scslearn.org. Directions: Easy to get to! Just off Exit 3, Mid-Cape Highway, E. Sandwich MA 02537. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM. Sandwich Community School Pool at Sandwich High School. For more info visit www.scslearn.org.

Yarmouth Recreation Tai Chi class

Classes/Workshops Open to Yarmouth residents, www.yarmouth.ma.us, 508-790-9133. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM. Bass River Beach, at the end of South Street off Old Main, Yarmouth.

Fourth of July Pancake Breakfast

Community Meals Hey Parade Watchers … The town parade goes right by the church – so come a little earlier for a great breakfast and get prime parade seating! $5, $4 children in advance or $6, $5 children day of event. Tickets available at St. John's Episcopal Church office or Cape Cod Five, 85 Route 6A, Sandwich. 508-737-4539. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Category: Community. Cost: $5/adult $4/child. Reservations: Tickets are $5 per adult and $4 per child in advance or $6 per adult and $5 per child on event day. Registration: Tickets can be purchased in advance starting on May 27th at the following locations: St John's Episcopal Church Office - 159 Main Street, Cape Cod 5 Bank -85 Route 6A. Email: nancytravers312@hotmail.com. Artist/event website: www.stjohnschurch-sandwich.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM. St John's Episcopal Church, 159 Main St. Sandwich.

Pancake breakfast

Community Meals Pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee or tea. $6, $3 children under 12. 508-432-1668. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Harwich. Village: Harwich Port. Category: Community. Reservations: None needed. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM. Pilgrim Congregational Church, UCC, 533 Route 28, Harwich Port.

Yoga on the Beach

Nature Activities Stretch the body and the spirit in the serenest of settings. Join a ranger and certified yoga instructor for an all-level, interdisciplinary-style class held in the cool morning air at beautiful Coast Guard Beach. Reservations required. 508-255-3421. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Reservations: Reservations Required. Directions: Meet in the Coast Guard Beach parking area. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:30 AM – 8:45 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Coast Guard Beach, Eastham (meet in beach parking area).

Kripalu yoga

Classes/Workshops All levels welcome. Category: Community. Cost: $10. Email: tranquilmindjoyfulsoul@yahoo.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road (Route 28).

Hike: Exploring the Hidden Cape

Hikes/Walks Three to five miles, strenuous. Wake up early and join us for an energetic hike off the beaten path and into some unique and secluded places. This hike is paced for a cardiovascular workout and may be strenuous. Locations vary weekly. No program July 18. Reservations required. 508-487-1256. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Reservations: Reservation Required. Directions: Call for meeting location. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Province Lands Visitor Center, off Race Point Road, Provincetown.

Neighborhood Harvest

Sales Hand-made items, organic produce and flowers, Pippi’s baked goods and vegan baked goods will be for sale every Saturday in the summer. The Yarmouth Preservation Foundation is a non-profit, non-religious group raising money to preserve the structure and use it for the benefit of the community. 508-398-3323. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: Yarmouth Port. Category: Community. Email: wcchapin@verizon.net. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Yarmouth New Church Building, 266 Main St. (Route 6A), Yarmouth Port.

4th of July Parade Refreshment Stand

Etc. Coffee, donuts, cold drinks, and Italian ice. Stand runs until the end of the parade. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Chatham. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 AM. First Congregational Church of Chatham, 650 Main St. Chatham.

Yarmouth Recreation Karate class

Classes/Workshops Open to Yarmouth residents, www.yarmouth.ma.us, 508-790-9133. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM. Bass River Beach, at the end of South Street off Old Main, Yarmouth.

Mattapoisett 4 July 5Mile Road Race

Running events This 5 mile race has been chosen as one of NE's top 75 races. Mostly shaded course wines through Mattapoisett Village. Proceeds awarded to seniors from ORR. Cost: $15.00 registration $20.00 day of race. Category: Sports. Registration: www.signmeup.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 AM. Shipyard Park Water St. Mattapoisett, MA.02739.

Firecracker Cafe

Holidays Stop by the Firecracker Cafe for hot dogs, hamburgers, lobster rolls, beverages, popcorn and home baked goodies. Conveniently located on the parade route with outside tables or take out orders are available. Funds will be used to support the many Mission projects. Come enjoy the parade and some great food! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-255-0622. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Orleans United Methodist Church on the corner of Route 28 and Main Street.

Debtors Anonymous

AA Meetings Tool Kit meeting. Information: 508-896-6922. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 AM. First Parish Brewster Unitarian Universalist Church, 1969 Main St. (Route 6A).

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous

AA Meetings 12-step meeting. Information: 508-564-5040. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 AM. Faxon Center, Conference Room 2, Falmouth Hospital, 100 Ter Heun Drive.

Overeaters Anonymous

AA Meetings 508-362-8015. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: Yarmouth Port. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 AM. Yarmoutport Fire Station, 342 Route 6A, rear entrance.

Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum

Museums Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum is open for 2009 April - November. Make it to the top! Open Daily. Extended hours - June 1 - September 15, 9:00am-7:00pm. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $7.00 - Adults $5.00 - Seniors (62+) and Students $3.50 - Children 4-14. Artist/event website: www.pilgrim-monument.org. Phone: 508-487-1310. Email: sbrogan@pilgrim-monument.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 1 High Pole Hill Road, Provincetown.

Canoe Trip: Canoe Adventure

Trips / Tours These trips may explore Nauset Marsh, kettle ponds or a bay, or may focus on a specialized topic. Locations and topics vary. Tickets are non-refundable, available in advance, and must be purchased either in person at visitor centers, or by phone with a credit card, prior to 4:30 PM daily. * Canoe trips may be reserved and paid for no more than seven days in advance. Canoe experience is MANDATORY due to currents and winds. Minimum age is 6 for canoe trips. All equipment is provided unless otherwise noted. You may have to wade and assist with moving equipment during canoe programs. Wear shoes (required) that can get wet. $20 per adult, $14 per child 16 and under. Reservations required. 508-255-3421. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Reservations: Reservations Required. Directions: Call meeting location. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Salt Pond Visitor Center, Nauset Road, off Route 6, Eastham.

Barnstable Village 4th of July Parade

Holidays The parade will commence at 9:30 a.m. at the County Complex on Railroad Avenue; proceed down Main Street (Route 6A); left onto Mill Way and continue to the Village Hollow where it will end for various activities. Presented by the Barnstable-West Barnstable July 4th Parade and Celebration Committee. Preceding the parade will be the presentation of the Mercy Otis Warren Cape Cod Woman of the Year Award at 8:30 a.m. on the grounds of the Superior Courthouse. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:30 AM. County Complex, Railroad Avenue.

Sandwich Glass Museum

Museums Museum displays over 6,000 glass objects produced in Sandwich during the 19th and 20th centuries. Glassblowing demonstrations, multi-media presentation, gift shop, contemporary glass gallery and new introductory exhibits. Open daily through December. $5, $1.25 ages 6-14, group rates available. 508-888-0251. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM. 129 Main St.

FREE Mac Seminar

Classes/Workshops Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Community. Cost: FREE. Phone: (508) 255-7800. Directions: Next To Post Office Square. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:45 AM – 10:15 AM. 56 Main Street, Orleans.

Disney's "Sleeping Beauty"

Theater Disney's Sleeping Beauty will be presented on Fri and Sat mornings at 10 am from July 3 to September 5. Tickets are $10. There is no performance on the 4th of July. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: All tickets $10. Reservations: Seats are general admission and reservations are suggested. For reservations call 508-255-1963. Email: academyplayhouse@apacape.org. Venue website: www.apacape.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM. The Academy Playhouse, 120 Main St. Orleans.

Family Program: Tracking

Kids' Activities Ages 8 to 15. Become a wildlife detective! Learn how to use animal tracks and sign to discover the wildlife that live in your neighborhood and in the dunes at Cape Cod National Seashore. 508-487-1256. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Community. Directions: Race Point Road, off Route 6. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Province Lands Visitor Center, Race Point Road, Provincetown.

Race Point Lighthouse Tours

Trips / Tours Race Point Lighthouse is open for tours every first and third Saturday, from 10am to 2pm. Tours are free; gift shop items for sale. 508-487-9930. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Community. Reservations: Not required. Phone: 508-487-9930. Directions: Hike or drive 2.5 miles over sand to Race Point Lighthouse, on the Outer Beach at Race Point, Provincetown. Venue website: www.racepointlighthouse.net. Artist/event website: www.racepointlighthouse.net. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Race Point Light, Race Point (Cape Cod National Seashore), Provincetown.

Bourne 4th of July Parade

Holidays Theme: "The Greatest Generation," WWII veterans. In a special tribute a group picture of these veterans will be taken in front of the Bourne Veterans Memorial Community Center, 239 Main St. Buzzards Bay at 11 a.m. Following this ceremony the Bourne Dept. of Veterans Services will make a presentation at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. at the two nursing homes in Bourne where veterans are residing. www.bourneonthe4thofjuly.org, 508-564-6345. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Bourne. Village: Buzzards Bay. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM. Main Street, Buzzards Bay.

Centerville 4th of July Parade

Holidays The parade will form on the grounds of Centerville Elementary School and proceed up Bay Lane, take a right onto Bumps River Road; left onto Park Avenue; right onto Main Street; and continue to the Centerville Recreation Building where it will end for some field events. Presented by the Bay Lane PTA at Centerville Elementary School and Centerville Civic Association. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Centerville. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM. Centerville Elementary School, 658 Bay Lane.

Centerville 4th of July Parade

Holidays Saturday, July 4, 2009. Twenty-Third Annual Centerville 4th of July Parade and Field Events. 10 a.m. – noon. Parade assembles 9:30 a.m. Centerville Elementary School, 658 Bay Lane. Participants are encouraged to decorate bikes, wagons, strollers, etc. The parade begins at 10 a.m. proceeding down Bay Lane to Bumps River Road, to Park Avenue, then along Main Street. Field events for children in grades K-5 behind Centerville Recreation Building following parade. Refreshments provided by the Barnstable-Yarmouth Lions Club. Sponsored by Bay Lane PTA at Centerville Elementary School and Centerville Civic Association. For information call 508-775-2980. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Centerville. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Orleans parade with theme "Hot Summer Days and Cool Ocean Sprays"

Holidays Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM. Orleans.

Debtors Anonymous

AA Meetings Meeting. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM. CIGSYA House, 56 Barnstable Road, Hyannis.

Trap Shooting

Etc. Trap Shooting Saturdays and Sundays weather permitting. Singles, doubles and handicaps. Open to all! Instruction and equipment available. $4. 508-430-1072. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Harwich. Directions: Ex 9A to 134 S. Left on Upper County, immediate left on Great Western, 1 mile or so to a left on Depot, proceed under Rt. 6 bridge 1/2 mile to sign on left, to end of dirt rd. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $3.00 members $4.00 nonmember. Venue website: http://www.capecodfishandgame.org/Default.asp. Phone: 508 430 1072. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Cape Cod Fish and Game Association, Inc. 796 Depot St. North Harwich.

Falmouth Museums on the Green

Museums Falmouth Museums on the Green 2009 special exhibit celebrates the life of America the Beautiful author Katharine Lee Bates through objects, photos and her writings. Visitors can step back in time in our 18th-century house, which displays furniture and fine art, textiles and “curiosities”. Other exhibits tell of Falmouth’s 19th-century whaling industry and pre-Civil War medicine (you’ll be happy you live today!). Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $5 Adults, Free for Members and Children under 13. Artist/event website: www.FalmouthHistoricalSociety.org. Phone: 5085484857. Email: fhs@cape.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 55 Palmer Ave. Falmouth.

Stony Brook Grist Mill and Museum

Museums Visitors can see the water powered grist mill in action and purchase freshly ground corn meal from the miller. The Museum upstairs features weaving demonstrations, a large assortment of native American stone tools, information about Brewster's Factory Village and many artifacts from Cape Cod life in the 19th Century. FREE! Town: Brewster. Directions: From center of Brewster, travel west on Route 6A, bear left onto Stony Brook Road. Grist Mill is on the left. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Stony Brook Road, Brewster.

Zion Union Heritage Museum

Museums Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and noon-4 p.m. Sundays. Mission is to celebrate African-American and Cape Verdean population as well as other ethnic and demographic diversity of the town of Barnstable, Cape Cod and the Islands. Cultural exhibits with artifacts and art, local arts and crafts and opportunities to promote oral, public and local history projects. $5, $2 children. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-790-9466. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 276 North St. Hyannis.

Family Program: Fish, Snails, and Horseshoe Crab Tales

Kids' Activities Use seine nets to explore the undersea world of the seashore. Learn about the interesting plants and animals that live here. Wading is encouraged, and shoes are required. Maximum 7-day advance reservations. 508-255-3421. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Reservations: Reservations Required. Directions: Meet at the Great Island parking area, Wellfleet. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Great Island, Welfleet.

Walk: Walking With Authors

Author Events Join local author Dana Eldridge, and stroll the edge of Nauset Marsh while viewing Cape Cod through the eyes of some of the area’s most beloved authors. Meet on the terrace at Salt Pond Visitor Center, Eastham. No program July 11. Phone: 508-255-3421. Directions: Off Route 6, Eastham. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Town: Eastham. Region: Lower Cape. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Cape Cod National Seashore Salt Pond Visitor Center.

Hyannis Harbor Artist Shanties

Exhibits/Galleries Visit artist shanties along the harbor front seven days a week. Artists create,display & sell their work. The shanties offer photography, paintings, handmade jewelry, rope work & much more. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: FREE. Directions: Hyannis Harbor on Ocean Street, Hyannis. Venue website: www.harboryourarts.com. Artist/event website: www.harboryourarts.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Hyannis Harbor, Ocean Street.

Independence Day Barbecue

Community Meals All you can eat buffet includes soups, salads, entrees and side dishes featuring our farm-fresh produce, plus chicken, burgers, and hot dogs on the grill. Family-friendly games and activities from noon until 3:00. Meet our farm animals, pick-your-own vegetables, visit the ice cream stand. Visit our website for a complete menu and further information. adults $15.95, children ages 4 to 11 $8.95, under 4 free. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Village: Hatchville. Category: Community. Artist/event website: www.coonamessettfarm.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Coonamessett Farm, 277 Hatchville Road, East Falmouth.

Tour: Captain Penniman House: A Whaling Family's Story

Trips / Tours Learn about the Penniman family through a tour of their home and stories of their travels. Examine some of the hardships, adventures, and lifestyle of a whaling family. Reservations required. 508-255-3421. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Community. Reservations: Reservations Required. Directions: Meet at the Penniman House at Fort Hill, Eastham. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Fort Hill Area, Route 6, Eastham.

Strawberry Festival

Fairs / Fests / Parades Strawberry shortcake: $3 for a small piece, $5 for a large. Free cold drinks. Presented by the Swift Memorial United Methodist Church. 508-888-0170, 508-888-9808 on the day of the event. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Bourne. Village: Sagamore Beach. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Swift Activity Center, 82 Old Plymouth Road, Sagamore Beach.

Strawberry Festival

Fairs / Fests / Parades strawberry shortcake, hot dogs, sandwiches, beverages immediately after the parade. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Chatham. Category: Special Events. Cost: ala carte. Phone: 508-945-0336. Email: Dennis_Marquis@comncast.net. Directions: Downtown Chatham Corner of Main and Cross Streets. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. First United Methodist Church Corner of Main and Cross Streets Chatham, MA.

Cotuit 4th of July Parade

Holidays Presented by the Cotuit Civic Association. The parade will begin at the Cotuit Post Office, proceed down School Street to Main Street; left on Main Street to the rear entrance of the Cotuit Elementary School, where it will end. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Cotuit. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM. Cotuit Post Office, 45 School St.

Hyannisport 4th of July Parade

Holidays Presented by the West Beach Club. The parade will begin at the Hyannisport Post Office on Longwood Avenue; left onto Washington Avenue; right onto Lafayette Avenue; left onto Winchester Avenue; left onto Scudder Avenue, and continue onto Dale Avenue to the West Beach Club, where it will end. A Road Race starting at 9 a.m. at Hyannisport post office precedes the parade. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis Port. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM. Hyannisport Post Office, 44 Longwood Ave.

Osterville 4th of July Parade

Holidays Presented by the Wianno Club. The parade route will begin on Webster Street in Osterville; turn right onto Sea View Avenue; turn right onto Warren Street, where the parade will end. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Osterville. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM. Webster Street, Osterville.

Provincetown 4th of July Parade

Holidays Please join us in our Independence Day celebrations, by entering or watching our great 4th of July parade. This years theme is show your colors; red white, and blue. The parade begins at the cape Inn at 11am and will proceed along commercial street until Franklin St. Please call the recreation Department to register or to get more information- 487 -7097!! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Directions: Route 6 to Provincetown, take left at snail road, and End at Cape Inn. Registration: Please register at the community center or on our website!! Reservations: none. Artist/event website: http://www.provincetown-ma.gov/recreation.html. Venue website: http://www.provincetown-ma.gov/recreation.html. Cost: Free. Phone: 508-487-7097. Email: bmotta@provincetown-ma.gov. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Provincetown. For more info visit www.provincetown-ma.gov.

Toad Hall at Simmons Homestead Inn

Museums Collection of over 50 classic sport cars; restored, red, and running. www.SimmonsHomesteadInn.com or www.toadhallcars.com. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $8, $4 ages 10-16, children under 10 free with parents. Phone: 508-778-4934. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 288 Scudder Ave. Hyannisport.

Duplicate Bridge

Bridge Duplicate bridge meets at the Senior Center every Saturday from noon to 4 PM. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Mashpee. Category: Community. Directions: Route 151 past Mashpee Commons. Cost: There is a small fee that includes light refreshments and bridge. Phone: 508-539-1440. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Mashpee Senior Center 26 Frank E. Hicks Drive Mashpee.

Social ballroom, wedding and preparation dance

Classes/Workshops Taught by Lil Roma. Sponsor: Dennis Recreation Department. Category: Community. Registration: By appointment only: 508-394-4733. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. West Dennis Graded School House, School Street.

Cape Cod Beer Guided Brewery Tour

Trips / Tours Come tour Cape Cod's Only Microbrewery and learn how beer is made. Free guided Tour lasts about an hour. All ages welcome. Must be 21 to sample beer. Children must be supervised at all times. No reservations required. 508-790-4200. FREE! Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Venue website: www.capecodbeer.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Cape Cod Beer, 1336 Phinneys Lane, Hyannis. For more info visit www.capecodbeer.com.

Old fashioned July 4th Celebration

Holidays Come celebrate an old fashioned July 4th at the 1869 Schoolhouse Museum, Saturday, July 4, 1-4 p.m. We will have lemonade, cookies and ice cream. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Directions: Route 6, to Eastham, opposite the Cape Cod National Park Visitor Center. Cost: free. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Schoolhouse Museum, Route 6, Eastham.

Duplicate Bridge

Bridge This Duplicate Program meets at the Senior Center every Saturday as well as other places during the week. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Mashpee. Category: Community. Directions: Route 151 past Mashpee Commons. Cost: There is a nominal charge for this. Please call for details. Phone: 508-539-1440. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Mashpee Senior Center 26 Frank E. Hicks Drive Mashpee.

Captain Bangs Hallet House Museum

Museums The only fully furnished Sea Captain’s home open to the public on Cape Cod, has eight stunning rooms on display. Maritime exhibits as well as antique furniture, costumes, artwork and Chinese export porcelain provide an intimate glance into 19th century family life. An eighteenth century cellar kitchen features an extensive collection of early cooking, lighting and household items. Guided tours are led by members of the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: Yarmouth Port. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $3.00 adults, 50 cents children under 12. Venue website: www.hsoy.org. Phone: 508-362-3021. Email: hsoy@comcast.net. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. 11 Strawberry Lane opposite the Yarmouth Port Village Common, Route 6A Yarmouth Port.

Scorton Creek Marsh Paddle

Trips / Tours Exploring nature at eye level from a canoe is the perfect way to see the world we share. Alternate between salt and fresh water habitats depending on the tide. Pack a snack and bug repellent. $25. Reservations not required. Sponsor: Thornton W. Burgess Society. 508-888-6870. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Village: East Sandwich. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Cost: $20 members of Thornton W. Burgess Society; $25 for non-members. Reservations: not required. Email: info@thorntonburgess.org. Directions: Look for the dirt road entrance to the Game Farm off Route 6A in East Sandwich diagonally across the street from the Premier Jeep Dealership. Follow road in to the meeting spot with the naturalist. Artist/event website: www.thorntonburgess.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. East Sandwich Game Farm, off Route 6A.

Walk: Province Lands Dunes and Bogs

Hikes/Walks 1 mile in loose sand.Explore an enchanting dune landscape of unusual plants and wild cranberry bogs. Discover the hidden story of America’s oldest public lands, and how actions by enterprising settlers changed this landscape. 508-487-1256. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Directions: Race Point Road, off Route 6. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Province Lands Visitor Center, Race Point Road, Provincetown.

Open House: Old Harbor Life-Saving Station

Etc. Built in 1898, Old Harbor is the last intact example of Cape Cod’s 13 life-saving stations. The station has been extensively rehabilitated and restored, and there are exciting plans to furnish it with exhibits in the future. Browse through, learn about its storied past, and view rescue equipment. Park at Race Point Beach, Provincetown and take the short walk to Old Harbor. Accessible. Beach parking fees apply. 508-487-1256. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Directions: Park at Race Point Beach and take the short walk to Old Harbor. Category: Community. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Race Point Beach, off Race Point Road, Provincetown.

Gallery Artists’ Exhibition

Exhibits/Galleries Winstanley-Roark Fine Arts opens the season with a group gallery exhibition. This show features a sneak preview of new works by all gallery artists including upcoming 2009 Featured Artists. Artists' Reception Saturday, July 4, 3 to 6 PM. Show runs through July 10, 2009. For a complete listing of upcoming events please visit the gallery website at www.masterfulart.com or contact the gallery at 508-385-4713 or by email at wrfa@masterfulart.com. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Dennis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-385-4713. Email: wrfa@masterfulart.com. Directions: Winstanley-Roark Fine Arts at 744 Route 6A, is conveniently located in Dennis Village on the corner of 6A and Hope Lane across from the town gazebo. Venue website: http://www.masterfulart.com. Artist/event website: http://www.masterfulart.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Winstanley-Roark Fine Arts, 744 Route 6A Dennis.

Lore of Nauset Marsh

Hikes/Walks One mile. Learn about the rich natural and human history around Nauset Marsh. Learn how each has affected the other through time. Meet on terrace at visitor center. 255-3421. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Outdoors/Recreation. Directions: Off Route 6, Eastham. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Salt Pond Visitor Center, off Route 6, Eastham.

Family Program: Operation Explore!

Kids' Activities Calling all future rangers, ages 8-13! Develop skills for adventure in the great outdoors, by attending any or all of the fun activities planned including orienteering, camp craft and survival skills, and “Cape Cod NSI (Nature Scene Investigators).” Parents must remain with children. By reservation only: 508-255-3421. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Community. Reservations: Reservations Required. Phone: 508-255-3421. Directions: Off Route 6, Eastham. Venue website: http://www.nps.gov/caco. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Cape Cod National Seashore, Salt Pond Visitor Center, off Route 6, Eastham.

Mary Giammarino

Exhibits/Galleries Painting demonstration and gallery talk. Bring a lawn chair. www.elizabethrowleygallery.com. 508-255-3690. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Rowley Gallery, 84 Route 6A, Orleans.

More Than the Game (Images of the Cape Baseball League)

Exhibits/Galleries What better way to spend the Fourth of July than viewing the amazing paintings of the Cape Cod Baseball LKeague by Phil Airoldi! Join us at Gallery 31 (Art for your home and your heart) from 4-7 for a reception honoring Phil. Refreshments will be served. "More Than the Game" will be on exhibit through July 17 Gallery 31 is open daily from 10-5, and on Friday and Saturday from 10-7. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Orleans. Artist/event website 2: www.philairoldi.com. Registration: no registration is necessary. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free to the public. Phone: 508 247 9469. Directions: Gallery 31 is located in the heart of Orleans center at 31 Main Street. Venue website: www.gallery31capecod.com. Artist/event website: www.gallery31capecod.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Gallery31, 31 Main Street, Orleans center.

Oil painting demonstration by Mary Giammarino

Exhibits/Galleries Demonstration will be held out side in the Gallery Garden - please bring a lawn chair. Refreshments will be served. 508-255-3690. FREE! Town: Orleans. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Email: rowley_elizabeth@yahoo.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Rowley Gallery, 84 Route 6A, Orleans.

Red's Chicken Barbeque

Community Meals Dinner served at 5 p.m. 508-255-4258. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Eastham. Category: Community. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 4:00 PM. Orleans-Eastham Elks Lodge, 10 McKoy Road, Eastham.

Hyannis 4th of July Parade, "America and All That Jazz"

Holidays Presented by Town of Barnstable 4th of July Parade Committee. This year's parade features bands and lots of music, including the Barnstable High School Band, Dennis-Yarmouth High School Band. Parade Grand Marshall - Lou Colombo. Parade Parking: Public Parking on North Street. Carpooling suggested. Tow zone strictly enforced. Parking ban from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Main Street, Hyannis. Main Street and South Street will be closed to motor vehicle traffic. Also all of Main Street; Old Colony Road and Ocean Street from South Street to Main Street will be closed to motor vehicle traffic beginning at 3 p.m. Immediately following the Hyannis Parade, the Barnstable Town Band will play a free concert on the Hyannis Village Green from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The Cape Cod Conservatory Jazz Ensemble will perform a free concert on Aselton Park at 7 p.m. until dusk. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 4:00 PM. Old Colony Road, Hyannis.

4th of July with The Dan Lawson Band at TJs Bar and Grille in Bourne, MA!

Pop/Rock Let someone else cook! Spend the afternoon at TJs Bar and Grille on Saturday, July 4th. Great food and a rockin band. Perfect afternoon before you scoot to fireworks! Region: Upper Cape. Town: Bourne. Artist/event website: www.DanLawson.com. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: FREE. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Bourne Approach Borne, MA.

Meet the Artists Pat Arre and Barbara Quinn-Grasso

Exhibits/Galleries A reception will be held and all works will be available for viewing and purchase. Pat and Barbara will discuss discuss their art and display their latest works. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome. 508-432-1012. FREE! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Harwich. Village: Harwich Port. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free! Email: edbanks@verizon.net. Venue website: www.guildofharwichartists.com. Artist/event website: www.guildofharwichartists.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The Art Gallery of the Guild of Harwich Artists, 551 Main St. (Route 28) Harwich Port.

Lobster & Scallop Roll Dinners

Community Meals Runs 5-7 p.m. Saturdays and Thursdays through Sept. 5. Meals range from $2 for a hot dog with chips to $16 for a lobster roll combo. Which includes chowder, chips & a brownie. Free Lemonade. Takeout available. 508-945-2853. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Chatham. Category: Community. Reservations: Not required, seating is available or take-out. Call ahead for faster service. Directions: Route 28 to Downtown Chatham rotary. Follow Rte 28 (3/4 of the way around the rotary). Lodge is just North of the rotary on the right. Look for signs. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Nauset Light Masonic Lodge, 52 Old Harbor Road/ Route 28, Chatham.

Sparky's Old Time Hay Rides

Etc. The Friends of Nickerson State Park present this family favorite. Enjoy a park tour from a hay wagon pulled by an authentic John Deere tractor. Held weekly, weather permitting. $2. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Directions: Main entrance at Nickerson State Park. Follow Deer Park Rd. Look for signs near park store. Category: Community. Cost: $2 per ticket. Reservations: not needed. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Nickerson State Park, Route 6A, Brewster, Ride starts at the playground parking lot.

Brian Kelly, guitar/vocals, Americana roots music

Pop/Rock Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: South Yarmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Red Jacket Beach Resort, 1 South Shore Drive, South Yarmouth.

Closing Reception for Damien Hoar de Galvan

Exhibits/Galleries Damien is currently showing drawings, paintings and sculptures at farm. He creates works made with all found and recycled materials, creating pieces that give these materials new life. He will be showing at farm from June 18-July 7 with a Closing Reception on Sat July 4th, 6pm-8pm. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Artist/event website 2: www.farmprojectspace.com. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 617-650-9800. Email: susie@farmisfarm.com. Artist/event website: http://farmgallery.blogspot.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. farm 15 Commercial St Wellflleet, MA 02667.

New paintings by Jim Holland

Exhibits/Galleries Show runs July 4-17. Meet Jim at the gallery on July 4, from 6 to 8pm. New work will be posted to the website 48 hours before the show opens. 508-349-9451. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Email: commercial@leftbankgallery.com. Directions: From Orleans rotary take Route 6 East towards Provincetown Travel approximately 12 miles until you reach a set of traffic lights for Wellfleet Center. Turn left at the traffic light onto East Main Street, take your first left on East Commercial Street, travel 1/2 mile. 25 Commercial Street will be on your left. Parking is behind the gallery. Venue website: www.leftbankgallery.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Left Bank Gallery, 25 Commercial St. Wellfleet. For more info visit www.leftbankgallery.com.

The Sudden Compliance Program Webinar Series

Classes/Workshops The Sudden Compliance Program Webinar (Web conference) series is a highly effective ongoing program that helps parents significantly and swiftly improve their child's behavior at home, school, and within the community. This program comes in a series of 8 powerful (1-hour) sessions that can be conveniently viewed from a computer. These skill and tool-packed sessions include all the necessary topics to significantly and swiftly improve child behavior. Participants can attend any or all 8 sessions and can enter the program at any time as it is ongoing. The program is presented live. Mark Lakewood, a distinguished author of the Sudden Compliance Program and a professional speaker with over 20 years of clinical experience as a mental health therapist, facilitates each session. Participants are simply required to have a computer with an Internet connection. For a limited time offer, participants can pre-register to attend session 1 for free!! As our gift for attending a session, participants will receive… Region: Lower Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Bass River. Category: Community. Cost: First session is free. Reservations: yes. Phone: 800-777-0955. Email: Info@StrongFamilies.us. Ticket Web Link: http://www.SuddenComplianceWebinars.com. Ticket Phone: 800-777-0955. Venue website: http://www.SuddenComplianceWebinars.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 6:00 PM. Web Conference. For more info visit www.suddencompliancewebinars.com.

Touched By Angels - Come ride with the Angel Girls!

Fundraisers Attention Ladies & Gentlemen, Come Ride with the Angels! Every Saturday Night! 6 p.m. at the Windmill Square Plaza, Marstons Mills. $10 donation. Support Touched By Angels as we help children faced with tragedy. A night with the Angel Girls! Every weekend, a different destination! Bring an extra helmet in case we have extra Angels! Come earn your wings! 508-420-7197. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Marstons Mills. Category: Community. Cost: $10 donation. Artist/event website: www.touchedbyangelsonline.com. Email: touchedbyangelscm@gmail.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 6:00 PM. Windmill Square Plaza, Marstons Mills.

Lee Childs and Kurt Wenzel, reeds and piano

Jazz 508-771-9700. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Embargo, 453 Main St. Hyannis.

Gary Travis

Piano Region: Upper Cape. Town: Sandwich. Email: info@belfryinn.com. Artist/event website: www.belfryinn.com. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-888-8550. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 6:00 PM. The Belfry Bistro, 8 Jarves St. Sandwich.

Dan Sullivan Trio, jazz and blues

Jazz Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: Yarmouth Port. Artist/event website: http://www.myspace.com/dansullivantrio. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: No Cover! Venue website: www.optimistcafe.com. Phone: 508-362-1024. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. The Optimist Cafe 134 Main St. Yarmouth Port. For more info visit www.optimistcafe.com.

"Every Little Step" (PG-13, 96 min.)

Films Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:40 PM. Whalers Wharf Cinema 237 - 241 Commercial Street.

Fred Fried & Bruce Abbott

Jazz 508 896-8600. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Artist/event website: www.BruceAbbottMusic.com. Artist/event website 2: www.fredfried.com. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Agro Dolce Bar & Ristorante, 2671 Main Street, Brewster.

Kami Lyle Trio, jazz/pop originals

Jazz Art, Wine, Entertainment - Harvest Gallery Wine Bar always has something new happening! Wine Bar Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 4-11. Full menu served until 11pm! Live music Thursday-Sunday in July and August. Cinema Sundays - free ticket to the Cape Cinema with $25 food&wine purchase. Gallery Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 10am-11pm; Sunday-Tuesday variable or by appointment. 508-385-2444. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Dennis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Directions: Located in Dennis Village off Rt 6A; behind the Dennis Post Office; in front of the Cape Playhouse grounds. Cost: Free. Venue website: www.harvestgallerywinebar.com. Phone: 508-385-2444. Email: michael@harvestgallerywinebar.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Harvest Gallery Wine Bar, Route 6A, Dennis.

LIVIN' LAS VEGAS

Pop/Rock Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Email: capelasvegas@aol.com. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-778-1233. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM. The Black Cat 165 Ocean St. Hyannis.

"The Bald Soprano"

Theater Runs 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays, June 10-July 12. $29, $15 student rush tickets half hour before show with ID. 508-349-9428. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Reservations: Recommended. Email: boxoffice@what.org. Directions: Call Box Office for directions. Venue website: www.what.org. Artist/event website: www.what.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:30 PM. Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Harbor Stage, 1 Kendrick Ave. (next to town pier) Wellfleet.

"Winnie the Pooh"

Theater EVENINGS AT 7:30 PM AND FRIDAY AND SUNDAY AT 4 PM NO SATURDAY SHOW. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Harwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: adult $20 under 21 $15. Phone: 508-432-2002. Email: hjt@capecod.net. Venue website: http://www.hjtcapecod.org. Artist/event website: http://www.hjtcapecod.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Harwich Jr. Theatre, 105 Division St. West Harwich.

Traditional Irish session with Forest Beach

Irish Region: Mid Cape. Town: Harwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. The Cape Cod Claddagh Inn, 77 Main St. West Harwich.

Livin' Las Vegas

Pop/Rock " a real fireworks explosion & a true American classic lounge show..." The Lounge Gossip Revue. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Email: blackcattavern@gmail.com. Artist/event website: www.blackcattavern.com. Directions: 165 Ocean Street, on Hyannis Harbor. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: no cover, a gift. Reservations: recommended for dinner. Phone: 508-778-1233. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM. Black Cat, 165 Ocean St. Hyannis.

"Anything Goes"

Theater There is no show Sunday, June 28. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Chatham. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Ticket Web Link: www.ovationtix.com. Venue website: www.monomoytheatre.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Monomoy Theatre, 776 Main St. Chatham.

"ELVIS...THE KING AND ME"

Theater FRIDAY AND SATURDAY EVENINGS AT 8:00 PM  JUNE 12,13,19,20 JULY 3,4,10,11,24,25 AND AUGUST 1,14,15,22,28,29   &   WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 2-6. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Harwich. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: all seats $22. Phone: 508-432-2002. Email: hjt@capecod.net. Venue website: http://www.hjtcapecod.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM. HARWICH JUNIOR THEATRE 105 Division Street West Harwich, MA 02671.

"Much Ado About Nothing"

Theater Runs 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, June 25-July 18. Mix scheming match-makers with scheming villains, a deluded constable leading a bumbling watch and wise-cracking, insult-hurling soon-to-be-in-love couple and you have Shakespeare's wittiest and funniest romantic comedy. NO performance on July 4th. Directed by Toby Wilson. $20, $18 seniors, $10 students. 508-428-0669. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Cotuit. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $20; $18 seniors/members; $10 students. Email: info@cotuitcenterforthearts.org. Ticket Web Link: http://boxoffice.printtixusa.com/cotuit/eventcalendar?v=0&i=0&g=0&g2=0&m=7&y=2009. Venue website: www.cotuitcenterforthearts.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM. Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road (Route 28).

"Noises Off"

Theater Runs 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, July 1-Aug. 1. $32 and $25; $16 student rush tickets, half hour before show with ID. 508-349-9428. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Wellfleet. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Orchestra $32 Balcony $25 Student Rush (1/2 hour before w/I.D.) $16. Reservations: Recommended. Email: boxoffice@what.org. Directions: Call Box Office for directions. Venue website: www.what.org. Artist/event website: www.what.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM. Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, Julie Harris Stage, 2357 Route 6 (next to post office), Wellfleet.

"Stones In His Pockets," comedy by Marie Jones

Theater Shows: 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, June 25-July 18. Two locals are hired as extras when a Hollywood film crew descends upon a small Irish village. Jake Quinn is an out of work actor looking for a break. Charlie likes the free eats and hopes to shop his screenplay around. Two actors play all 15 characters in this storytelling tour-de-force. Winner of London's Olivier Award for Best Comedy. No performance July 4. $22. 508.896.1888. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Brewster. Village: East Brewster. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: $22. Reservations: 3 and 4 play Subscriptions and Single tickets on sale now. Directions: North Side, Rte 6A, E. Brewster. Ticket Web Link: www.theatremania.com. Artist/event website: www.caperep.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM. Cape Rep Theatre, Indoor Theatre, Route 6A, East Brewster.

Chicago

Theater $20. Call for reservations. 508-255-1963. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Tickets $20. Reservations: For reservations call 508-255-1963. Email: academyplayhouse@apacape.org. Venue website: www.apapcape.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM. The Academy Playhouse, 120 Main St. Orleans.

Ballroom dancing

Dance Music by The Sandpipers, except first Saturday of the month when there is big band music. Singles welcome. $10. 617-877-1070. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: South Yarmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM. Betsy’s Ballroom, Yarmouth Senior Center, 528 Forest Road, South Yarmouth.

New England contra dance

Dance Live music. Beginners and singles welcome. Soft-soled shoes. $7. www.capecontra.org. 508-548-6661. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Village: Woods Hole. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM. Woods Hole Community Hall, 68 Water St.

Cruise & View Falmouth Fireworks

Holidays Adults: $45 Children 5-15: $30 Under 5 $10. Advance reservations required. 508-385-7656. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Village: Woods Hole. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Artist/event website: www.oceanquest.org. Email: info@oceanquest.org. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM. Depart Woods Hole Cruise to Falmouth.

Lori Columbo & Jim Robitaille Duo

Jazz Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Directions: Route 132 & Bearse's Way, Inside the Cape Codder Resort & Spa. Cost: No Cover. Venue website: www.grandcruwinebar.com. Phone: 508-771-3000. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM. Grand Cru Wine Bar & Grill.

Double Down

Pop/Rock 508-295-3883. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Wareham. Village: Onset. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM. Hy-Line Cape Cod Canal Cruise, Onset Town Pier, 184 Onset Ave.

F.Y.I.

Pop/Rock Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Artist/event website: www.fyiband.net. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: No cover charge. Venue website: www.heritagehousehotel.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:00 PM – Sunday, July 5, 2009, 12:00 AM. Chauncy's Pub, Heritage House, 259 Main St. Hyannis.

Karaoke with Paul McGowan

Karaoke 508-495-4200. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Village: East Falmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:30 PM. Velluti's Grill 500, Route 28, East Falmouth.

Rock King

Piano Piano/comedy. $4. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Dennis. Village: West Dennis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-398-7586. Venue website: www.lighthousesandbar.com. Artist/event website: www.lighthousesandbar.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM. The Sand Bar, off Lower County Road, West Dennis (on the road to West Dennis Beach).

Comedian Frank Santorelli

Comedy $15 at door, $14.00 online. www.ticketfusion.com. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Reservations: not taken, pre-purchase on line recommended. Phone: 877-548-3237. Email: comedylounge@me.com. Ticket Web Link: www.ticketfusion.com. Ticket Phone: 877-548-3237. Venue website: www.comedylounge.com. Artist/event website: www.comedylounge.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM. The Comedy Lounge, inside the Radisson Hotel, Route 28, Hyannis.

Nantucket 4th of July Fireworks

Holidays Fireworks will be fired off a barge anchored 1 mile off of Jetties Beach. Fireworks might be delayed in the event of fog. If there is extreme bad weather on the Fourth a postponement will be made by 6 p.m. in conjunction with the Nantucket Fire Department, the Marine Department and the Nantucket Police Department. You can see that update on Channel 22 or TV 17 or by calling Nantucket Visitor Services at 508-228-0925. The fireworks will then be held the next evening Sunday, July 5, at 9 p.m. Town: Nantucket. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Jetties Beach, 1 Bathing Beach Road.

Town of Barnstable 4th of July Fireworks

Holidays No rain date. Shot off of a barge in Lewis Bay at dusk (approximate time 9 p.m.). Presented by Atlas Fireworks of New Hampshire. The main viewing locations for this year's fireworks will be Aselton Park, Bismore Park, and Veteran's Park Beach. Parking: A parking ban will be in effect South of South Street (Ocean Street, Old Colony Road and Kalmus Beach) from 5 p.m. to midnight. Parking will be available in the North Street parking lots and Town Hall parking lot. Tow zones strictly enforced. Carpooling suggested. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM. Lewis Bay.

"Every Little Step" (PG-13, 96 min.)

Films Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM – 10:40 PM. Whalers Wharf Cinema 237 - 241 Commercial Street.

Danny Quinn

Irish Thursday through Sunday. 508-548-0285. Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Venue website: www.liammaguire.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 5, 2009, 1:00 AM. Liam Maguire's Irish Pub, 273 Main St. Falmouth.

Dave Hickey & Sean Brennan

Irish Celebrate July 4th with a great mix from the Cape's best acoustic duo with a powerful mix of old & new Irish and American hits and anthems!!! 508-398-8887. Email: seanpatrickbrennan@yahoo.com. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Dennis. Village: West Dennis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Directions: On Route 28 (#348) in West Dennis Village. Cost: TBD. Venue website: www.osheasoldeinne.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 5, 2009, 12:00 AM. O'Shea's Olde Inne, 348 Main St. West Dennis.

Karaoke

Karaoke Region: Mid Cape. Town: Falmouth. Directions: (at the Falmouth Inn ) Across from Dairy Queen. Serving full Lounge menu and Pizza's till 11:00. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-540-4800. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 5, 2009, 1:00 AM. The Islander Restaurant & Lounge, 824 Main St. Falmouth.

Karaoke with Jeff

Karaoke 508-394-3663. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Yarmouth. Village: Yarmouth Port. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM. Longfellow's Pub, 1 Old Town House Road, South Yarmouth.

Karaoke with Ken Wade

Karaoke 508-771-8585. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM. Fresh Ketch, 462 Main St. Hyannis.

Pro DJ John Karaoke

Karaoke 508-771-2505. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM. Bud's Place, corner of Bearses Way and Route 132, Hyannis.

Nuthin Fancy

Pop/Rock Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 5, 2009, 12:00 AM. Chapin's, 85 Taunton Ave. Dennis.

Under Suspicion

Pop/Rock Village: South Yarmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Phone: 508-394-3663. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM. Longfellow's Pub, 182 Old Townhouse Road, South Yarmouth.

Sweet Melissa's: What Would Johnny Do?

Reggae A new format for this incredible vocalist- reggae, ska- all to songs you know by heart!! don't miss it! dance all night! Category: Arts/Entertainment. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Cost: never a cover. Artist/event website: http://www.myspace.com/sweetmelissawithchrisstovallbrown. Venue website: http://theislandmerchant.com/. Reservations: accepted. Phone: 508-771-1337. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:00 PM – Sunday, July 5, 2009, 12:00 AM. Island Merchant, 302 Main St. Hyannis.

DJ

DJs 508-778-6515. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:30 PM. Five Eighty Six Bistro & Bar, 586 Main St. Hyannis.

The Rip-It-Ups

Pop/Rock Food, drink, fun and dancing! Region: Lower Cape. Town: Orleans. Artist/event website: www.theripitups.com. Directions: Beach Rd. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9:30 PM – Sunday, July 5, 2009, 1:00 AM. Joe's Bar and Grille, Beach Road, Orleans.

"Hedda Lettuce Goes Green"

Theater $20. 866-811-4111. Region: Lower Cape. Town: Provincetown. Artist/event website 2: http://heddalettuce.com/. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Ticket Web Link: http://www.theatermania.com/cape-cod/shows/hedda-lettuce-goes-green_154962/. Artist/event website: http://www.theatermania.com/cape-cod/shows/hedda-lettuce-goes-green_154962/. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10:00 PM – 10:50 PM. Unitarian Universalist Meeting House, 236 Commercial St. Provincetown.

DJ Johnny Bravo

DJs 508-771- 0700. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Email: dnoble3000@aol.com. Artist/event website: www.Embargorestaurant.com. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Venue website: www.embargorestaurant.com. Saturday, July 4, 2009, 11:00 PM. Embargo, 453 Main St. Hyannis.

"Water + Color = Adventure"

Exhibits/Galleries An exhibition of watercolor paintings by Falmouth resident Louise Luckenbill is on display at the Maser Gallery at FCTV Community Television, 310 Dillingham Avenue, from June 28 – July 30. Reception, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, July 12. Trained in embryonic development and neurobiology, Louise Luckenbill is as fascinated by the “flow and unpredictability of watercolor” as she is with science. “I view each painting as an experiment,” says Ms. Luckenbill, who creates a series of paintings of the same subject. “I find that several themes emerge as I explore this new way to communicate my thoughts and feelings through watercolor painting.” Ms. Luckenbill has been taking watercolor painting classes for eight years at the Falmouth Artists Guild, Lesley University and the School of Museum of Fine Arts and Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu. She attributes her passion to paint to her cousins, who were commercial artists, and her great-grandmother who always used to draw on slate. “So I figured I might have the genes for making art,” M… Region: Upper Cape. Town: Falmouth. Category: Arts/Entertainment. Cost: Free. Sunday, July 5, 2009. through July 30, The Maser Gallery at FCTV, 310 Dillingham Ave. Falmouth.

Planned Giving Council of Cape Cod Looking for Nominations for Distinguished Service to Philanthropy on Cape Cod and the Islands and Introduces Youth Award

Clubs / Organizations The Planned Giving Council of Cape Cod is looking for Nominations for Distinguished Service to Philanthropy on Cape Cod and the Islands Awards. Also, the Philanthropy Day Committee is pleased to announce a new category this year. Besides the Outstanding Volunteer, Outstanding Business, Outstanding Philanthropist, the committee is introducing a new category: Outstanding Youth/Youth Organization. This award will be presented to a youth or youth organization that has demonstrated outstanding philanthropic commitment through fundraising efforts and/or coordinating community involvement to benefit Cape Cod and the Islands. All awards will be presented during the 13th annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod to be held at the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis on November 4th, 2009. A special nominating committee made up of nonprofits, estate planners and other community members will choose the Outstanding Volunteer, Outstanding Businessperson, Outstanding Philanthropist and Outstanding Youth/Youth Organizatio… Category: Community. Email: adirectsolution@comcast.net. Sunday, July 5, 2009.

"Sarah" Sails in Hyannis

Trips / Tours Sail back in time aboard the Sarah, a replica of an 1886 Herbert Crosby Catboat which was used for Scallop fishing on Lewis Bay during the late 19th century. Built in The Cape Cod Maritime Museum’s own boat shop, Sarah was a very popular boat building exhibit until her launch in September of 2007. Embarking on a good will tour of the Cape’s south shore, in collaboration with Historical Societies, Yacht Clubs and other organizations, Sarah will be available for historical excursions, charters and events from several ports of call all summer long. $25, $10 kids. Reservations required. 508-775-1723. Region: Mid Cape. Town: Barnstable. Village: Hyannis. Category: Community. Cost: $25 adults $10 kids. Reservations: Please reserve all sails with Cape Cod Maritime Museum. Email: info@capecodmaritimemuseum.org. Venue website: www.capecodmaritimemuseum.org.