Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:18:18 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/ Cape Cod's Online Community for Parents & Kids en-us http://www.capecodkidz.com/images/logo.gif http://www.capecodkidz.com/ cctadmin@capecodtoday.com http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=368 Don't miss Tom Poitras and Vinny Lovegrove in action! The Toe Jam Puppet Band. Photo courtesy of CCMNH. On Friday, August 13 at 4:30 pm the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History will present The Toe Jam Puppet Band Goes Green! featuring Tom Poitras and Vinny Lovegrove.  Member are $6, non-Members are $7 and children under 12 are $3. Reservations are highly recommended for this very popular duo.  From creeping bugs to reaching trees, from running rivers to great big oceans, from mountains big and clouds so high, Toe Jam has fun with everything under the sun. All the critters that call Earth their home are invited to share in Toe Jam’s interactive songs, puppets, and activities. Tom and Vinny’s high-energy nonsense helps remind us what a great place this is to live in and why we should take care of our planet. Please call the Museum at 508-896-3867, Monday through Friday from 9:30am-4 pm for reservations.  For further information, call the Museum or visit www.ccmnh.org.  The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is located at 869 Route 6A (Main Street) in Brewster. Courtesy of CCMNH. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:18:18 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=367 New swim program sessions beginning in August Summertime means water time for many families. Millions of people will venture to their favorite spots to swim, play and create lasting memories. The most important part of these excursions is safety. Whether it’s the pool, beach, water park or lakefront the YMCA Cape Cod reminds the Cape, that when in or around the water, its safety first. “Water safety should be a primary concern when engaging in activities in or around the water,” says Jeff Falk, Aquatics Director at the YMCA Cape Cod.  “The Y’s advice to all adults and children is to learn how to swim. It’s never too late.” The YMCA Cape Cod teaches safety and confidence in the water through a variety of fun programs including classes for parent and child, youth instruction for beginners through advanced competencies and even beginner and intermediate lessons for adults.  New swim program sessions beginning in August. To help keep children and families safe in the water this summer, the YMCA Cape Cod recommends the following safety tips: The best thing you can do to stay safe in and around the water is to learn to swim — it’s never too late. Only swim where a lifeguard is on duty; never swim alone. Adults should constantly watch children in and near the water- no one watches your child better than you.  Inexperienced swimmers should take precaution and wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal floatation device (PFD) when in, on or around the water. Children who are beginners should swim within arm's reach of an adult. The Y has always been recognized as the nation’s swim instructor, and is among the country’s most trusted provider of water safety programs. To learn more or sign up for the YMCA Cape Cod’s water safety programs, contact Jeff Falk at 508-362-6500 x103, jfalk@ymcacapecod.org. Courtesy of YMCA Cape Cod. Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:06:40 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=366 Hidden Hollow to open first week of August During the first week of August, Heritage Museums and Gardens in Sandwich will open their new Hidden Hollow, an outdoor discovery area for families with children ages 2 to 10. Courtesy of Heritage Museums and Gardens. Two-undeveloped acres at Heritage were transformed into a natural, secure space featuring a variety of educational activities. Hidden Hollow will be certified as a Nature Explore Classroom by the National Arbor Day Foundation and Dimensions Educational Research Foundation. The hollow, part of a nationwide movement to reconnect children with nature, features water experiments, music making, log balance beams, nature-inspired art and much more.  Hidden Hollow will open on Tuesday, August 3, 2010. Visit the Heritage website here for more information. Heritage Museums and Gardens is located at 67 Grove Street in Sandwich, 508-888-3300. Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:53:34 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=365 OH-NO, SHE'S HIDDEN HERSELF AGAIN!! CapeCodKidz Find the Starfish Magazine Contest for Kids #2! Drawing on September 20, 2010! Earlier this summer Mari, the smiley green starfish hid herself in three (3) places in the June/July 2010 issue of the CapeCodKidz Guide.  Lots of kids found her--in fact, 48 kids emailed in there answers and we picked one lucky winner--7-year-old Eli from Sandwich! Now Mari has gone and hidden herself again in the July-September 2010 issue so we have to have another contest! If you haven't already seen the July-September 2010 issue, you'll have to pick one up for FREE. It's in most Cape Cod stores, restaurants and hotels. Mari is very, very small, so you’ll have to look very, very carefully!  If you find her in all three places, here’s how you can win a $25 gift certificate to iTunes or Toys R Us.  Click here to email the three page numbers where you found her. Good luck! Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:59:39 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=364 Class runs 7/26 through 7/29 Registration for the babysitting class being held at the South Yarmouth Library the last week of July is now open for ages 11+. Classes will be held on the following days: Monday, July 26, 2pm-5pm Tuesday, July 27, 2pm-4pm Wednesday, July 28, 2pm-5pm Thursday, July 29, 2pm-4pm Participants must attend all class hours to be certified. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. The South Yarmouth Library is located at 312 Old Main Street in South Yarmouth, 508-760-4820 ext 3. Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:29:25 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=363 Guide dog in training for children will be at the book signing Author Art Corriveau will sign copies of his new novel for young adults How I, Nicky Flynn, Finally Got A Life (and A Dog) at Titcomb’s Bookshop on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 from 4pm to 5pm. There will be a guide dog in training for children to meet during the book signing. No registration is required for this event. How I, Nicky Flynn, Finally Got A Life (and A Dog) is the story of a boy whose life just got a whole lot harder. Not only have Nicky’s parents just gone through a messy divorce—forcing him to start a new life, in a new city, in a new school—but now his mom has totally gone behind his back and brought home Reggie, an eighty-pound German shepherd, from the animal shelter. Turns out, Reggie is far from an ordinary pound mutt: he’s a former seeing-eye dog. Trouble is, nobody’s ever told Reggie he’s retired. Nicky isn’t so sure about being dragged around the neighborhood as if he were Reggie’s new blind master. (Oh great, yet another situation he has no control over!) But then things start to get complicated, and Nicky soon discovers that Reggie may be the only one he can rely on, especially when Nicky tries to reconnect with his dad. Nicky puts everything on the line—including the life of his new best friend. For further information or to reserve a signed copy of the book if you cannot attend, contact Titcomb’s Bookshop at 508-888-2331.  Titcomb’s Bookshop, located at 432 Route 6A in East Sandwich, is a family-owned independent bookstore selling new and used books since 1969. For more information, please refer to the bookshop website www.titcombsbookshop.com. Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:17:11 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=362 Computer will aid bright child with physical limitations Jonathan Smith and Lucy Foran of the Latham Centers in Brewster show off the IBM ThinkPad recently placed at the school by the Laptops for KidZ project of the Masonic Angel Foundation. MAF photo. The Laptops for KidZ project of the Masonic Angel Foundation has placed the eighth of the dozen IBM ThinkPad’s donated by TD Bank.  This article is number eight in an exclusive CapeCodToday.com series that follows each of the “TD Bank Dozen” laptops.  Laptops for KidZ was introduced to TD Bank through a partnership with Cape and Islands United Way. Lucy Foran of Latham Centers in Brewster, requested a laptop for a bright child who has some physical limitations.  The laptop will permit her to complete homework assignments, use the Internet under “parental controls” and to operate the educational software from which her teachers feel the child would benefit.  Since this child’s mobility is a bit restricted, having the laptop with her at all times will provide computer access wherever and whenever appropriate. “Once again, we see here a case where the laptop is exactly the missing piece in a child’s educational plan.” - MAF Board President Robert Fellows “Once again, we see here a case where the laptop is exactly the missing piece in a child’s educational plan.  The potential for a child with 24/7 computer access is almost immeasurable.  How many times have you read an article or seen something on TV and immediately looked up information about that topic on the Internet?  In addition to educational software usage, all of the e-book applications available mean it’s entirely possible that this girl might not need to lug heavy books around all the time,” said MAF Board President Robert Fellows. TD Bank Laptop #8 was delivered to the Latham Centers by to LFK volunteer project director Mario Meré on behalf of the Universal Masonic Angel Fund chapter that serves children in Orleans, Brewster and Eastham.   The very first Masonic Angel Fund was established at Universal Masonic Lodge in Orleans back in 1998.  Today the Masonic Angel Foundation oversees 142 chapters in twelve states. Universal’s Masonic Angel Fund chapter provided approximately $9,000 in charitable assistance to children in the Nauset region during the past school year. Established in March, Laptops for KidZ (LFK) places laptop computers with local schools to be sent home with children who would not otherwise have computer access outside school hours.  LFK tries to focus on situations where there is a demonstrated educational need for which the school has a plan that requires the use of a computer to address that need.TD Bank’s Larry Squire, who arranged the bank’s donation, was introduced to the Laptops for KidZ program by Cape and Islands United Way president Richard Brothers.  Mr. Squire arranged for the donation of the dozen machines just prior to his retirement in May. As with all activities of the Masonic Angel Foundation, the program's volunteers never know the identity of a recipient child. All transactions are conducted at arm's length with the school professionals working as a go-between to preserve privacy. LFK does not accept direct requests from potential recipients. Requests for laptops must come through a school or other partner agency.  LFK computers are configured in English and are only available to legal residents of the United States.  The TD Bank laptops are eligible to be placed between Plymouth and Provincetown through local Masonic Angel Fund chapters. LFK accepts donations of functional Windows-based notebook computers. "Functional" means that the laptop will power up and is accompanied by its proper AC adapter.  LFK generally does not accept donations of desktops or monitors and does not accept any Apple product. Donations to the 501(c)(3) Masonic Angel Foundation, Inc. are tax deductible. For more information about the Laptops for KidZ program visit www.laptopsforkidZ.org. Laptops for KidZ places 7th of the "TD Bank Dozen" in Eastham Laptops for KidZ places 6th of the "TD Bank Dozen" in Brewster Laptops for KidZ places 5th of the "TD Bank Dozen" at Wellfleet Elementary Fourth of the "TD Bank Dozen" laptops placed in Brewster Laptops for KidZ gifts five laptops to Brewster after hours program Laptops for KidZ places second of the “TD Bank Dozen” at Wellfleet Elementary School Masonic Angels gifts a Laptop for KidZ to Truro School TD Bank donates a dozen computers to Laptops for KidZ Masonic Angels gifting laptops to our schools Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:01:57 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=361 Good news kids, Mari the Starfish has been found! Recently, she hid herself in three places in the pages of the June/July 2010 CapeCodKidz Guide. She's done this before--and can be rather difficult to find. Luckily, 48 boys and girls found her on pages 9, 12 and 45 of the guide! Each of those boys and girls emailed their answers to CapeCodKidz.com and we've chosen one lucky winner! The winner of the Find Mari the Starfish Contest for June/July 2010 is: Eli, age 7 of Sandwich, MA! Eli will be receiving a $25 Toys 'R Us gift certificate! Don't worry kids, Mari loves to hide and when she does again (probably in the NEXT issue coming out this week), we'll let you know. Thank you to everybody who picked up an issue of the CapeCodKidz Guide and to those who participated in the contest! Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:31:41 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=360 Are you ready for the cotton candy, ferris wheel and Bucky Covington? CapeCodToday.com Editor & Publisher Walter Brooks with grandson Will on the bee ride at the Barnstable County Fair in 2001. cctoday photo. The 166th Annual Barnstable County Fair kicks off tomorrow. Started in 1844, the first fair was sponsored by the Barnstable County Agricultural Society at the Barnstable County Courthouse and featured livestock and handicraft exhibits. By the mid-1900s the fair had grown to incorporate fireworks, food sales and contests and entertainment. Today, the week-long event which draws tens of thousands of locals and visitors, features food, midway games and rides and headline entertainment. There are live animal shows, a demolition derby and monster trucks--true Americana. You never know who you will meet at the fair. cctoday photo. This year the fair begins on Saturday, July 17, 2010 and runs through the following Saturday. Each day, visitors can enjoy several live animal exhibits including Australian kangaroos and the always amazing Birds of Prey exhibit. There are also cows, llamas, bees and much more. Watch  agricultural demonstrations and contests or enjoy some decadent carnival food (c'mon, it's only once a year!). In addition to the every day events and exhibits, there are several special events and headline musical acts: Saturday, July 17: The Village People at 7:30pm Sunday, July 18: The Eli Young Band at 7:30pm Monday, July 19: Team Extreme FMX Motocross at 7pm Tuesday, July 20: Cape Cod Superstar at 7:30pm Wednesday, July 21: The Worldest LARGEST Demolition Derby at 7:30pm Thursday, July 22: Triple Monster Trucks Friday, July 23: Gin Blossoms Saturday, July 24: Bucky Covington Proceeds from the fair are re-invested in the fairgrounds and used for agricultural scholarships and other local programs. Although famous for the Barnstable County Fair, the Barnstable County Fairgrounds hosts a variety of programs and festivals throughout the year including the Cape Cod Stampede in August, the Cranberry Cluster Dog Show in September and the Harvest Fest in October. The Barnstable County Fair is open from 12pm to 10pm daily. The gates close at 10pm and the midway area closes at 11:30pm. Ticket information including daily admission, multi-day passes and special "wrist band" days is available here. There is both paid (closer) and free (farther away) parking at the venue. The fairgrounds are located at 1220 Nathan Ellis Highway (Route 151) in East Falmouth.  Visit the website for more information. Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:22:24 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=359 Computer will help child who has difficulty writing, but can type    Eastham Elementary School teacher Susan Forgeron and principal Susan Helman show off an IBM ThinkPad recently placed by the Masonic Angel Foundation’s Laptops for KidZ project at their school to help a learning-impaired child.  This is the seventh of twelve ThinkPad’s donated by TD Bank in May. MAF photo. The Laptops for KidZ project of the Masonic Angel Foundation has placed the seventh of the dozen IBM ThinkPad’s donated by TD Bank.  This article is number seven in an exclusive Cape Cod Today series that follows each of the “TD Bank Dozen” laptops.  Laptops for KidZ was introduced to TD Bank through a partnership with Cape and Islands United Way. Susan Helman, principal of Eastham Elementary School, requested a laptop for a child who has difficulty in writing by hand but is fully capable of typing on a keyboard.  The laptop will permit the youngster to complete assignments on the word processor that is pre-installed on all Laptops for KidZ computers.  The school believes this will help the child not to fall behind while they work on the handwriting challenge. “We’re pleased to see how well the Laptops for KidZ project field test has gone here on the Cape.  Eventually we hope to offer LFK throughout our entire system.  The project will evolve as new sources of support become available – we’re doing this in a way so as not to impact any of our existing programs,” says Masonic Angel Fund co-founder Robert Fellows. “What we need most right now is more donated laptops.” According to LFK volunteer project director Mario Meré, “This kind of laptop placement is exactly what we like to see.  It’s just the right learning tool, delivered at just the right time to enable the child to keep up with the rest of his or her class.”  Principal Helman writes, “The laptop arrived yesterday afternoon.  Thank you so much!  I’m sure this child will benefit from using it.  Thank you, and your organization, for this amazing ‘gift’ for this child.” TD Bank Laptop #7 was delivered to the Eastham Elementary School by LFK volunteer Bill Wildman on behalf of the Universal Masonic Angel Fund chapter that serves children in Orleans, Brewster and Eastham.   The very first Masonic Angel Fund was established at Universal Masonic Lodge in Orleans back in 1998.  Today the Masonic Angel Foundation oversees 142 chapters in twelve states.  Universal’s Masonic Angel Fund chapter provided approximately $9,000 in charitable assistance to children in the Nauset region during the past school year. Established in March, Laptops for KidZ (LFK) places laptop computers with local schools to be sent home with children who would not otherwise have computer access outside school hours.  LFK tries to focus on situations where there is a demonstrated educational need for which the school has a plan that requires the use of a computer to address that need. “We’re pleased to see how well the Laptops for KidZ project field test has gone here on the Cape.  Eventually we hope to offer LFK throughout our entire system.  The project will evolve as new sources of support become available – we’re doing this in a way so as not to impact any of our existing programs,” says Masonic Angel Fund co-founder Robert Fellows. “What we need most right now is more donated laptops.”  In the last ten weeks LFK has placed nearly thirty computers in local schools. TD Bank’s Larry Squire, who arranged the bank’s donation, was introduced to the Laptops for KidZ program by Cape and Islands United Way president Richard Brothers. As with all activities of the Masonic Angel Foundation, the program's volunteers never know the identity of a recipient child. All transactions are conducted at arm's length with the school professionals working as a go-between to preserve privacy. LFK does not accept direct requests from potential recipients. Requests for laptops must come through a school or other partner agency.  LFK computers are configured in English and are only available to legal residents of the United States.  The TD Bank laptops are eligible to be placed between Plymouth and Provincetown through local Masonic Angel Fund chapters. LFK accepts donations of functional Windows-based notebook computers. "Functional" means that the laptop will power up and is accompanied by its proper AC adapter.  LFK generally does not accept donations of desktops or monitors and does not accept any Apple product. Donations to the 501(c)(3) Masonic Angel Foundation, Inc. are tax deductible. For more information about the Laptops for KidZ program visit www.laptopsforkidZ.org. Laptops for KidZ places 6th of the "TD Bank Dozen" in Brewster Laptops for KidZ places 5th of the "TD Bank Dozen" at Wellfleet Elementary Fourth of the "TD Bank Dozen" laptops placed in Brewster Laptops for KidZ gifts five laptops to Brewster after hours program Laptops for KidZ places second of the “TD Bank Dozen” at Wellfleet Elementary School Masonic Angels gifts a Laptop for KidZ to Truro School TD Bank donates a dozen computers to Laptops for KidZ Masonic Angels gifting laptops to our schools Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:24:31 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=358 One of the problems I have always had with the work that many educational consultants including me do, is that my services were not affordable for everyone. The more time that elapsed with me wearing the hat of an educational consultant, the more I thought about how many students need the help of someone who has a smaller case load, who has visited the schools or colleges they are recommending and who have the time and the collegial networks to help students and their families better understand and navigate the college or private school search and application process. There are huge populations of students whom I feel don't get the support that they want or need, whether they are in public, private or homeschooled settings. In my opinion, there are too many families who come to me during senior year, unaware of what their students need to be doing or what the college process timeline even looks like. Then as our global economic recession became a reality, there were fewer families who could even look seriously at educational consulting services in the traditional one-price, full-service package model. All of this has come to be at a time when private school and college tuitions are so cost-prohibitive that families want and need, more than ever before, to be making sound decisions and seeking out the right match for their students. As my business started to grow and change, what I wanted was to work with more diverse populations of students. I wanted to work with the families I had traditionally worked with--families who were aware of what the process looked like and who felt that my services were valuable in helping their students define and work towards their own goals and find the right educational matches on a one-on-one basis, but I also wanted to reach out to those populations of students who might not know about how I could be helpful and might need a little extra knowledge, not only about what I do, but could benefit from the kind of advice and guidance about what it means to find the right match and struggle through the many questions that come with looking at private schools and colleges for the first time--from research to enrollment. I started off by offering an hourly service, where families didn't need to pay what might feel like a daunting full-service package price, and instead focus on individual student and family needs as they approached the process but there were times when I felt that even the hourly charge could be cost-prohibitive to many during our economic downturn, and that really bothered me. In pondering the issue, the first conclusion I came to was this: there are so many aspects of the search and application process that can be managed in a small group setting. So, I started the workshop program we now offer at Starr & Chapman Educational Consulting to be able to work closely with students and to make my knowledge-base, guidance and consulting work affordable for the majority of families. Starr & Chapman Educational Consulting now offers numerous group workshops and presentation opportunities that are single-session workshops providing roadmaps of what needs to be done, when, for parents and students, so that "do-it-yourselfers" are supported and can obtain the knowledge-base they need to go forth into the world of admissions to a private school or college. We also offer small group-based workshops that take students through the process of thinking about and writing the college essay, or the process of researching and applying for merit scholarships, not to mention the numerous other topics and tasks that pertain to what it means to be applying to a private school or college. As someone who works with students every day, and who believes that there is an ideal school or college setting out there for each student, the workshop advantage is about making educational consulting services accessible to anyone and everyone in some way, shape or form. It's also about meeting and helping more people. For students and parents, I believe the workshop advantage provides a way in which to access the knowledge of what the application process is, what it entails and to receive pointers about timetables and advice regarding any specific questions they might have without having to feel overburdened by a costly ticket-price. For students who attend my orientations and workshops, my office becomes a place where they get to meet other students going through the same process, who benefit from knowing that they aren't alone, and can get some serious work done and out of the way in a guided setting, with a professional they know they can remain in contact with later on for advice and guidance. I become that someone who doesn't happen to be a parent hovering over them, asking questions, which, for many students as they approach the college process, feels like nagging and annoying micro-management. The most wonderful aspect of what I consider to be the workshop advantage is that in a short period of time, my students gain a great deal of value in the work they do during a workshop. I may see students for a single orientation workshop session or for a 4-session essay writing workshop. There are others who choose to sign up for and attend almost every single workshop and presentation session I offer. The bottom line is this: I feel so connected to these students, and feel grateful to have been able to help students and their families in some small way.  The connections we make, even during a single 2-hour workshop are significant. At the end of the day, the workshop advantage for me is that I was able to make an impact, at a lower cost, and I know that each and every student I have ever worked with knows that if they need to, they can comfortably reach out because I'll remember who they are and be ready to help or share in the great news they often contact me with at the end of the application process. The workshop advantage for my students and their families is that there is a place they can seek out, where they have a resource that doesn't feel cost-prohibitive, where they can feel comfortable their students' needs will be a priority, and where they can access the kinds of educational advising and services that have traditionally only been delivered as pricey, one-on-one services to families. We have ongoing workshops throughout the remainder of the summer and into the fall, so please consider taking advantage of our many workshop offerings! Give us a call or take a look at our website. We're here to help during what often seems like a very overwhelming and complicated process. Christine Chapman is the Director of Client Services for Starr & Chapman, Inc. in Sagamore Beach, MA. She maintains the blog College Chat with Christine Chapman on CapeCodToday.com. Follow Starr & Chapman, Inc. on Facebook here. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:56:18 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=357 Kids movies are great entertainment, but the occasional live show can be something very special By Maggie Kulbokas Going to the movies is and will always be a favorite pastime for families. But the Cape affords a special opportunity to families--the opportunity to see a live play or show with real actors. These live, fully-staged productions come at a perfect time, when many of the shows and movies on television may be a bit too old for youngsters. Live action! Kids will find the live action of a stage show riveting. How do the actors remember their lines, never mind learn all the songs and dance routines in musicals? Alice and the Mad Hatter. Courtesy of the Hampstead Stage Company site. The Cape Playhouse in Dennis is famous for its highly-professional summertime schedule for adults. But many may not know, the Playhouse also runs a children's theater during the months of July and August with two shows (9:30am & 11:30am) every Thursday and Friday. The schedule features an ever-changing lineup including magic, marionettes, concerts and live action features including "Alice in Wonderland" coming up next week, Thursday, July 15th. The Playhouse attracts many production companies such as The Hampstead Stage Company headquartered in New Hampshire and The Yates Musical Theatre for Children out of New Jersey. Monomoy Theatre in Chatham, the summer home of the Ohio University Players, will stage a family production of "Once Upon a Mattress", a tweaking of "The Princess and the Pea" fable at the end of July. Year-round for kids The Harwich Junior Theatre in West Harwich is quite well-known for their childrens' productions throughout the year. This family-friendly theatre is staging several favorites this summer season including "The Frog Prince of Spamalot", "Pippi Longstocking" and "Puss 'n Boots". Sprinkled into the summertime mix are special readings of "Old Mother West Wind" and "Big Time" comedy from the Seaside Clowns. One end of the Cape to the other Further down Cape, Cape Rep Theatre in Brewster is presenting "How I Became a Pirate" outdoors, indoors if it is raining.  They are also featuring their always popular "Pitter Patter Puppets" for the younger set. "The Wizard of Oz" will hit the stage there at the end of July. Even closer to the Cape's tip, WHAT for Kids in Wellfleet, a part of the Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, is staging "Robin Hood or Marion of Sherwood". A fun, inexpensive option All of these theaters have two things in common, professional people who pull together a show that can both enchant children and amuse their parents at the same time and ticket price. Tickets for all of the children's show are kept low, making the theatre an affordable option for families who both live and visit the Cape.   A star is born? You never know, your child might come away from a live production with a yen for acting. And if that is the case, you are still in luck.  Several of the local theaters across the Cape offer acting and movement classes and workshops for children.  Check out Harwich Junior Theatre for a huge catalog of classes--they had over 500 students enroll last year. Auditions are also frequently held to fill the roles of tots and teens. Behind the scenes Perhaps your child is a bit on the shy side--an interest in stage design, costuming and lighting can get them close to the action without being in the spotlight. Even shows featuring marionettes and puppets reveal a whole other side of acting, voice work and production. The movies can wait a day or two. You can see one on the silver screen or pop one into your DVD player anytime, but a live show offers everybody in the family a special something to remember. For locations, directions, schedules and box office contact information, visit the websites below: Cape Playhouse, Route 6A, Dennis Village Harwich Junior Theatre, Division Street, West Harwich Monomoy Theatre, Route 28, Chatham Cape Rep Theatre, Route 6A, Brewster WHAT for Kids, Route 6, Wellfleet Visit the CapeCodKidz.com calendar for upcoming shows and events and other Cape venues.   Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:31:16 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=356 Never underestimate the power of three moms and a few key milestones By Teresa Martin When her children were tiny, Bourne resident Leslie Hatton would do all the usual things Cape Cod moms do with their kids: take them to the beach, watch the sea gulls, look for hermit crabs, read them picture books... She would also write little poems about their day, poems that she filed away. A triggering b-day "There they sat in my draft folder," she said. "And then I turned 40 this year -- and I decided I better do something with them, or delete them!" Hatton read lots of picture books to her three children, who are now 10, 9, and 4. "I would read to them and think, 'I could do that,'" she said. After the mental kick of her 40th birthday, Hatton decided to act. "I used to be a teacher, but now am at home with my kids. They've never technically seen me work. But with this project, they can see me follow through and be proud of me." Birth of a book The result of that birthday is Cape Cod ABCs - a picture book that grew out of those notes collected by Hatton. MINI REVIEW: Cape Cod ABCsCape Cod ABCs is a charming little picture book written by Leslie Hatton and illustrated by Kate Walls. The book, available at several local book retailers (see story), is not only a wonderful way for youngsters to learn the alphabet, but it is a veritable who-how-what-where of Cape Cod in the summertime. From baseball to clam digging, lighthouses to cranberry bogs, the book will help children and grandchildren remember all the fun things they did during their time on Cape Cod. The book is sure to become a fast favorite in any beach-loving kid's collection. - The Editors The notes were just the start - the book became real through three moms' intersecting interests, three milestone dates, and the connecting power of the web and Cape Cod. A search away The first thing Hatton needed was an artist to help turn the poems into pictures. She turned to the web and blindly searched for Cape Cod artists. One of the first results was the Cultural Center of Cape Cod in Yarmouth. She emailed the organization  - "do you know any artists?' she asked. Another birthday In one of those twists of fate, the woman who answered the email was an artist who also worked at the center. The artist, Kate Walls, had just had a trigger birthday of her own - turning 50 with her three children now in college, high school, and middle school, and ready to move into something new after focusing on raising her children. She had always wanted to do a picture book, too - and she loved the notion of Cape Cod ABCs. Clicking into place Walls and Hatton began emailing back and forth, with Walls suggesting people Hatton might consider. But in the end, the two realized it was their styles that matched. "I had never shown my poems to anyone," said Hatton, "I had never even shown my husband. But I sent them to her and we went back and forth ... Through the whole process I gained a friend too." The Book With text and artwork, the pieces were starting to come together. But something was still missing: the pieces needed to be turned into a book. Luckily, there was a high school reunion trigger event in the mix as well. That's where Hatton reconnected with high school friend Sarah Lebrun, who now lived in Falmouth raising her 8 and 10-year-old and doing freelance graphic design work on the side. The third mom "I didn't really know what a graphic artist did," said Hatton. "So I called her and said - if we give you text and pictures, is this what you do? LeBrun said yes - and the third stay-at-home mom joined the team. Like the others, she had never done a book project. Like the others, she had always thought about doing one... someday. Someday is today In short order, the book came together. Instead of spending years trying to find a publisher, Hatton self-published and had 1000 copies printed. "At the time, I was biting my fingernails but the summer season hasn't even hit and I need to reorder books," she said, adding that she is planning a second printing. The book is about 15 stores across the Cape region, including 8 Cousins Bookstore in Falmouth, Where the Sidewalk Ends in Chatham, Marketstreet Books in Mashpee Commons, the Old Company Store in Wareham, The Plum Porch in Marstons Mills, and the Daniel Webster Inn in Sandwich. "Sometimes you just have to do it," she said. "If you wing it, things come out OK." Teresa Martin is a well-known Cape Cod technology leader who has served as  C.E.O. of the Cape Cod Technology Council and currently is Vice Chairwoman of OpenCape which is dedicated to fixing the Cape's dropped cell calls and upload issues. Read Teresa's tech blog, Cape Eyes here. Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:10:09 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=355 Afternoon and evening auditions--all ages encouraged to try out Auditions will be held on Saturday, July 3 from 1pm to 3pm and Monday, July 5 from 6pm to 8pm. The auditions for both days will be held at the HJT Arts Center. All ages are encouraged to audition. This enchanting play brings Perrault's fairytale vividly to life. "Puss 'n' Boots" has been newly adapted by Steph DeFerie, the winner of several playwriting awards.  James P. Byrne will direct. Performances are scheduled for August 10-26, 2010. For further information, please call Nina Schuessler at 508-432-2002 ext 12. Visit the HJT website here. Fri, 02 Jul 2010 09:32:06 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=354 He'll be at Whitehouse Field on Family Monday Friday, July 23rd! Join the Harwich Mariners at Whitehouse Field, Oak Street in Harwich for Family Fun Day on Friday, July 23, at 4pm.  There will be a special appearance by Wally the Green Monster! Wally, the official mascot of the Boston Red Sox, loves to take trips and will be on the Cape for a special day with the Mariners. Official photo courtesy of RedSox.com/wally. This fun event will also include: Pony rides Face painting Balloon Animals Refreshments Pitching radar gun Much more! Stay for the 7pm game vs. the Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox. This day of family fun is sponsored by the Harwich Mariners Baseball Team. Visit their site here for more information. Fri, 02 Jul 2010 09:11:25 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=353 Parades, fireworks and other activities are aplenty this weekend. The 4th falling on a Sunday this year has caused some consternation, but the schedules in each town seem to have been ironed out and all events, although not necessarily on the 4th, will take place this weekend. FRIDAY, JULY 2, 2010 The Annual Osterville Parade steps off at 11am on Friday morning. The event is presented by the Wianno Club (Junior Activity). Click here for the parade route. Annual Orleans 4th of July Fireworks will begin at dusk over Rock Harbor in Orleans. SATURDAY, JULY 3, 2010 The First Congregational Church of Chatham July4th Refreshment Stand will be open from 8am until the end of the parade. Coffee, cold drinks and donuts will be served. Chatham's Annual Independence Day Parade will step off at 9:30am on Main Street. This year's theme is "From Sea to Shining Sea". Click here for the official parade route and parking restrictions.  The Annual Orleans 4th of July Parade will step off at 10am on Eldridge Parkway in Orleans. The Annual Centerville 4th of July Parade will step off at 10am at the Centerville Elementary School.  The parade is presented by the Bay Lane PTA/Centerville Elementary and the Centerville Civic Association. The parade will end at the Centerville Recreation Building where there will be field games. See the parade route here. The First United Methodist Church of Chatham's Annual Strawberry Festival will follow the Chatham parade at 11am. The festival features strawberry shortcake, hot dogs, sandwiches and beverages. The Hyannisport 4th of July Parade presented by the West Beach Club will step off at 11am at the Hyannisport Post Office. See the parade route here.  A road race preceeds the start of the parade at 9am at the same location. SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2010 The Barnstable-West Barnstable 4th of July Parade presented by the Barnstable Village Civic Association and the West Barnstable Civic Association steps off at 9:30am at the County Complex on Railroad Avenue.  The parade ends at Village Hollow for assorted activities. See the parade route here. The Bourne 4th of July Parade steps off at 10am at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. See the parade route here. 2010 Falmouth Bike and Carriage Parade steps off at 10am at the Village Green in Falmouth. A patriotic sing-along follows at Peg Noonan Park on Main Street. The Annual Sandwich 4th of July Parade steps off at 11am at the Henry T. Wing School on Route 130 in Sandwich. The theme of the parade is "The Spirit of Sandwich". A variety of events including field events, muster events and a band concert and boat parade follow the parade throughout the day. See the parade route and a complete list of events here. Provincetown 4th of July Parade will step off at 11am on Snail Road heading towards the center of town. The Annual Cotuit 4th of July Parade presented by the Cotuit Civic Association  steps off at 11:30am at the Cotuit Post Office. See the parade route here. The Annual Hyannis Parade begins at 4pm  on Main Street. This year's theme is "Stars and Stripes". The is followed by two free concerts, one on the Village Green from 5:30pm to 7pm and one at Aselton Park from 7pm until the fireworks at dusk. See the parade route here. Barnstable/Yarmouth fireworks will begin at dusk (around 9pm) over Lewis Bay.  The best view is from Aselton Park and Veteran's Park Beach. Parking bans are in effect. See more information here. Provincetown annual fireworks will begin at dusk over Provincetown Harbor. Falmouth July 4th fireworks will begin at 8:45pm over Falmouth Heights Beach. Music from 92.7  WMVY (set your radios) will accompany the fireworks.  Rain date is Monday, July 5th. MONDAY, JULY 5, 2010 The Annual Wellfleet 4th of July Parade will begin at 10am at Wellfleet Harbor on Commercial Street and make its way towards Main Street. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:10:03 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=352 Artists of all ages invited to participate Entries may be submitted up until August 6, 2010 The Town of Barnstable and Eastern Bank have partnered to present a Summer-long contest for artists of all ages and experience to submit their entry for the new Hyannis Youth & Community Center's logo.  The image will be used on everything from hockey pucks to T-shirts, newsletters, advertisements and promotional materials to electronic media such as the popular Facebook page and the town's website page dedicated to the new facility. Everyone is invited to participate in the HYCC Logo Contest proudly sponsored by Eastern Bank through its charitable foundation.  Entries may be submitted to the Recreation Division, 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis MA 02601 until August 6, 2010 at 5PM.  The theme of the contest will be Barnstable Youth & Community and qualifying entries will be judged on creativity, versatility and relevance to the HYCC mission to provide safe, healthy state-of-the-art accessible facilities for a variety of recreational programs and special events, competitive sports organizations, after school activities and opportunities for the community at large and to foster educational excellence and physical growth across all generations in every segment of the community. Judges from each of the seven villages in Barnstable will be given the task of voting for their favorites at a qualifying ceremony in August (time and place to be announced).  The top finalists will be displayed at the HYCC through August and an online popular vote will be considered when determining the winner, which will be announced in early September by a judging panel consisting of representatives from the Town's Growth management and Community Services Departments, Eastern Bank (representing the business community) and the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (representing professional artists).  The winning logo will be unveiled at the HYCC's First Birthday Bash in late September.  Stay tuned for more information and details! Entries must be submitted on 8 ½ x 11 white paper and may be color, but keep in mind the winning logo will more likely be used in a one-color format, so simple is safe! The words "Hyannis Youth & Community Center" and "Town of Barnstable" must be incorporated into the design.  For a complete list of contest rules, please visit www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc or come to the Recreation Division at the Hyannis Youth & Community Center where copies are available.  Questions may be directed to Amy Harwood, Marketing Manager at the new Hyannis Youth & Community Center.  She may be reached at 508-790-6345. "Eastern Bank is committed to giving back to the communities that it serves," said Rana Murphy, senior vice president, Eastern Bank.  "We are proud to support the Hyannis Youth & Community Center, which provides a safe place for children to play and learn." The mission of the Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation is to contribute, in a meaningful way, to the health and vitality of the various Greater Boston communities. This is done through financial support for selected nonprofit organizations operating within these communities. The Town of Barnstable's municipally owned Hyannis Youth & Community Center is a 105,000 sq. ft. full service community center and sports complex that primarily services the public and private school district's athletic departments, after-school programs, hockey and figure skating competitive organizations and community groups, including 3,000 children whose families reside within a one-mile radius of the facility. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:59:07 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=351 Half of the "TD Bank Dozen" already helping Lower Cape kid The Laptops for KidZ project of the Masonic Angel Foundation has placed the sixth of the dozen IBM ThinkPad’s donated by TD Bank.  This article is number six in an exclusive Cape Cod Today series that follows each of the “TD Bank Dozen” laptops.  Laptops for KidZ was introduced to TD Bank through a partnership with Cape and Islands United Way. Christine Sieger at the Nauset Youth Alliance/Brewster After School Child Care (BACC) program requested a laptop for a family with two children, ages 9 and 11.  The younger child has some communication challenges that may be ameliorated by the use of Johnson-Meyer’s “Boardmaker Plus” software.  Both children’s teachers have loaded onto the computer educational software programs that they wish the two youngsters to complete over the summer break.  This is one of five TD Bank laptops that were placed with BACC. Masonic Angel Fund volunteer Michael Leighton and Nauset Youth Alliance/Brewster After School Child Care bookkeeper Susan O’Neill hold two of the five TD Bank laptops that were placed in Brewster by the Laptops for KidZ project. TD Bank Laptop #6 was delivered to BACC at the Stony Brook School by LFK volunteers Mario Meré and Michael Leighton on behalf of the Universal Masonic Angel Fund chapter that serves children in Orleans, Brewster and Eastham.   The very first Masonic Angel Fund was established at Universal Masonic Lodge in Orleans back in 1998.  Today the Masonic Angel Foundation oversees 142 chapters in twelve states. According to LFK volunteer project director Mario Meré, “We are happy to see so many of our laptops going to families where there is such a clearly-defined educational need.  A placement like TD#6 can be a life-changing event in a child’s life.”  In addition to the software installed by the school, each Laptops for KidZ machine is loaded with Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Open Office, Avast! Anti-Virus and Adobe Reader. Established in March, Laptops for KidZ (LFK) places laptop computers with local schools to be sent home with children who would not otherwise have computer access outside school hours.  LFK tries to focus on situations where there is a demonstrated educational need for which the school has a plan that involves use of a computer to address that need. TD Bank’s Larry Squire, who arranged the bank’s donation, was introduced to the Laptops for KidZ program by Cape and Islands United Way president Richard Brothers. As with all activities of the Masonic Angel Foundation, the program's volunteers never know the identity of a recipient child. All transactions are conducted at arm's length with the school professionals working as a go-between to preserve privacy. LFK does not accept direct requests from potential recipients. Requests for laptops must come through a school or other partner agency.  LFK computers are configured in English and are only available to legal residents of the United States.  The TD Bank laptops are eligible to be placed between Plymouth and Provincetown through local Masonic Angel Fund chapters. LFK accepts donations of functional Windows-based notebook computers. "Functional" means that the laptop will power up and is accompanied by its proper AC adapter.  LFK generally does not accept donations of desktops or monitors. Donations to the 501(c)(3) Masonic Angel Foundation, Inc. are tax deductible. For more information about the Laptops for KidZ program visit www.laptopsforkidZ.org. Laptops for KidZ places 5th of the "TD Bank Dozen" at Wellfleet Elementary Fourth of the "TD Bank Dozen" laptops placed in Brewster Laptops for KidZ gifts five laptops to Brewster after hours program Laptops for KidZ places second of the “TD Bank Dozen” at Wellfleet Elementary School Masonic Angels gifts a Laptop for KidZ to Truro School TD Bank donates a dozen computers to Laptops for KidZ Masonic Angels gifting laptops to our schools Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:50:34 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=350 Author will lead attendees on a fun run to East Sandwich Beach and back Health and fitness author Sarah Bowen Shea will discuss her new book “Run Like A Mother: How To Get Moving and Not Lose Your Family, Job or Sanity” at Titcomb’s Bookshop on Monday, July 12th at 6:00pm.  After the talk, Sarah will lead attendees in a fun run to East Sandwich Beach and back. Following the run, interested runners can join her for something to drink or a quick bite to eat at the Bee-Hive Tavern. Author Sarah Bowen Shea. Courtesy of the Titcomb's. In “Run Like a Mother”, authors Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea offer both inspirational advice and practical strategies to help multitasking women make running part of their busy lives.McDowell and Shea understand the various external and internal forces in everyday life that can unintentionally keep a wife--mother--working woman from lacing up her shoes and going for a run. Because the authors are multihyphenates themselves, “Run Like a Mother” is driven by their own running expertise and real-world experience in ensuring that running is part of their lives.  Of course, real achievement is a healthy mix of inspiration and perspiration, which is why the authors have grounded “Run Like a Mother” in a host of practical tips on shoes, training, racing, nutrition, and injuries, all designed to help women balance running with their professional and personal lives. Sarah Bowen Shea is a successful health and fitness freelance writer living in Portland, Oregon, with her husband and three young children. She writes for a variety of magazines, including Runner's World, SELF, Health, and O! the Oprah Magazine, and she is the athletic footwear editor for Shape. Sarah is also a frequent contributor to the Thursday Styles section of the New York Times. For further information or to reserve a signed copy of the book if you cannot attend, contact Titcomb’s Bookshop at 508-888-2331.  Titcomb’s Bookshop, located at 432 Route 6A in East Sandwich, is a family-owned independent bookstore selling new and used books since 1969. For more information, please refer to the bookshop website www.titcombsbookshop.com. Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:06:46 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=349 Boston Bruins Alumni and members of the Bruins Youth Hockey Development Team will be at the Hyannis Youth & Community Center on Thursday, July 1 to sponsor a FREE STREET HOCKEY CLINIC! As part of the NHL's efforts to support youth hockey development, the Bs are generously donating all the equipment that we need to run a street hockey program which will begin on Wednesday, July 7th. Participants can register for the six week program after the clinic! BRUINS STREET BRIGADE Ages 5-9: 12:00PM to 1:00PM Ages 10-14: 1:00PM to 2:00PM Hurry--sign up for the clinic at the HYCC Box Office and be part of the fun!  Spectators are also welcome to watch! The clinic will be held outdoors on the basketball court beside the HYCC Skate Board Park.  The Hyannis Youth and Community Center is located at 141 Bassett Lane in Hyannis, 508-790-6345. More information is available on the Bruins official site here. Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:18:57 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=348 Town of Orleans announces 2010 line up for popular outdoor concert series The Orleans Parks & Recreation Department has released the 2010 line up for the Monday night concert series at Nauset Beach. This free and family-friendly concert series begins on Monday, July 5 and runs through August 23, 2010. Concerts are held at the Gazebo from 7pm to 9pm. Families are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and picnic dinners. Dancing is also encouraged. The season begins on the 5th of July with acoustic folk, pop and rock by Greg Johnson & Friends. The entire season follows: July 05: Greg Johnson & Friends (acoustic folk, pop & rock) July 12: Link Montana & Rough Riders (rhythm & blues) July 19: Frank Poranski & Friends (rock & jazz) July 26: Magic of Steel  (Reggae & Calypso) August 2: Easy Street (acoustic swing & bluegrass) August 9: The Last Men on Earth (classic rock & roll) August 16: What Would Johnny Do? (Reggae) August 23: Rip-It-Ups (rock & blues/rockabilly) The concert series is sponsored each summer by the Town of Orleans Parks & Beaches Department. Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:14:03 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=347 Bank once again teams up with local organization to make sure children receive the educational tools and support they need The Laptops for KidZ project of the Masonic Angel Foundation has placed the fifth of the dozen IBM ThinkPad’s donated by TD Bank.  This article is number five in an exclusive CapeCodToday.com series that follows each of the “TD Bank Dozen” laptops. Dr. Maggie Mack, School Counselor at Wellfleet Elementary School, requested a computer for a young child who has a communication disorder.  In Dr. Mack’s words, “the use of a laptop computer will allow the student to use communication software to ‘talk’ with others as well as to use the Johnson-Meyer Boardmaker Plus software to have a visual understanding of the home/school routine and daily activities.”  The student is also reported to enjoy the “Living Books” series. Wellfleet Elementary School secretary Janet Ferro and principal Mary Beth Rodman show off an IBM ThinkPad recently placed with a Wellfleet child by the Laptops for KidZ project of the Masonic Angel Foundation.  This was the fifth computer in a group of twelve donated by TD Bank. Photo courtesy of LFK. TD Bank Laptop #5 was delivered to Wellfleet Elementary School by LFK volunteer Bill Wildman on behalf of the Winslow Lewis-Adams Masonic Angel Fund chapter that serves children in Wellfleet.  Bill Wildman is part of a cadre of active retirees who dedicate many hours to MAF projects every month.  He also serves as a school contact for the Universal Masonic Angel Fund in Orleans. LFK volunteer project director Mario Meré reflects, “It’s pleasing to see some of the machines being placed with children where there is a distinct educational need that can only be fulfilled with a home-based laptop.”  In addition to the software installed by the school, Meré explained that each Laptops for KidZ machine is loaded with Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Open Office, Avast! anti-virus and Adobe Reader. Winslow Lewis-Adams Masonic Angel Fund has served Wellfleet’s children since 2000.  Winslow Lewis Lodge was the fifth Masonic Lodge to sponsor a chapter of the program that was first established at Universal Lodge in Orleans back in 1998.  The Masonic Angel Foundation oversees 142 chapters in twelve states. Established in March, Laptops for KidZ (LFK) places laptop computers with local schools to be sent home with children who would not otherwise have computer access outside school hours.  LFK tries to focus on situations where there is a demonstrated educational need for which the school has a plan that involves use of a computer to address that need. “We thought things would quiet down after the last day of school,” said Masonic Angel Foundation board president Robert Fellows.  “This isn’t the case at all.  Most of the school professionals that partner with us work right through the summer.  Many of the children they serve are involved either in school-based summer programs or have extensive home-study work to complete over the summer.” TD Bank’s Larry Squire, who arranged the bank’s donation, was introduced to the Laptops for KidZ program by Cape and Islands United Way president Richard Brothers. As with all activities of the Masonic Angel Foundation, the program's volunteers never know the identity of a recipient child. All transactions are conducted at arm's length with the school professionals working as a go-between to preserve privacy. LFK does not accept direct requests from potential recipients. Requests for laptops must come through a school or other partner agency.  LFK computers are configured in English and are only available to legal residents of the United States.  The TD Bank laptops are eligible to be placed between Plymouth and Provincetown through local Masonic Angel Fund chapters. LFK accepts donations of functional Windows-based notebook computers. "Functional" means that the laptop will power up and is accompanied by its proper AC adapter. LFK generally does not accept donations of desktops or monitors. Donations to the 501(c)(3) Masonic Angel Foundation, Inc. are tax deductible. For more information about the Laptops for KidZ program visit www.laptopsforkidZ.org. Fourth of the "TD Bank Dozen" laptops placed in Brewster Laptops for KidZ gifts five laptops to Brewster after hours program Laptops for KidZ places second of the “TD Bank Dozen” at Wellfleet Elementary School Masonic Angels gifts a Laptop for KidZ to Truro School TD Bank donates a dozen computers to Laptops for KidZ Masonic Angels gifting laptops to our schools Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:39:28 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=346 Calling all little Truro readers: read some great books, get some great prizes! The Truro Library Summer Reading Adventure will kick off soon. Young Truro readers are encouraged to visit the Truro Library and grab a reading log. Bring your reading log to the library each week (or leave it there) and let the folks at the library know what you are reading and you'll receive either a prize or a coupon from a local business. The Summer Reading Adventure will culminate with an ice cream social celebration on Wednesday, August 11 at 6pm at the library. Sweet Escape is donating the ice cream for the event. Other generous donations have been provided by: Sweet Escape Dutra’s Market Jams Penney Patch Candies Spiritus Pizza Hocus Pocus The Truro Public Library is located at 5 Library Lane in North Truro, 508-487-1125. Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:46:48 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=345 Story hour for young children will begin July 7th Every Wednesday morning between July 7 and August 11, summer residents will read to young children at the Woods Hole Public Library at 10:30 a.m.   Children aged three and up are welcomed to come, bring their parents or caregivers, and enjoy the half hour program. For more details or to sign up as a reader, please call the Library at 508-548-8961. The Woods Hole Public Library is located at 581 Woods Hole Road.  Visit the library's website here. Courtesy of the Woods Hole Public Library. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:37:32 -0400 http://www.capecodkidz.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=344 Cape Playhouse seeks a young Jackie Bouvier Local young ladies with an interest in the theatre encouraged to audition The Cape Playhouse has announced auditions for local young ladies, age 10-14, for two roles in the upcoming professional musical production of "Grey Gardens", the Tony Award winning, musical version of the documentary "Grey Gardens" that tells the story of Edie Beale and her mother, cousins of Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Auditions will be for the roles of the young Jackie Bouvier (later to become Jackie Kennedy), and her sister, Lee (Bouvier) Radziwill.  The roles are two young ladies brought up at the height of society in the 1930s: well-bred, tasteful, and knowing how to behave in any given social situation. They should be bright and confident in their demeanor. Auditions will be held on Saturday morning, June 26, 2010.  Registration begins at 10 a.m. in the Cape Playhouse lobby.  Each actress may be accompanied by up to two guardians. Please prepare a STANDARD Broadway song (Rodgers & Hammerstein, Gershwin, etc.). Bring your own sheet music.  An accompanist will be provided. IMPORTANT NOTE: If cast in this production, the actresses must be available for ALL rehearsals and ALL performances at the Cape Playhouse.  Rehearsals wll be held August 5 through August 8, 2010.  Performances will run August 9 through August 21, 2010.   Shows are Monday through Saturday at 8pm, with matinees on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday (8 shows per week). The Cape Playhouse is located at 820 Route 6A in Dennis Village. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:01:49 -0400