Wed, 09 May 2012 17:15:43 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/ Cape Cod News, Info & More en-us http://www.capecodtoday.com/images/logo.gif http://www.capecodtoday.com/ cctadmin@capecodtoday.com http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1328 Suffolk MPA students at Cape Cod Community College will receive first priority Applications are now being accepted for the 2012-2013 Geraldine F. Lavin $1,000 Breast Cancer Memorial Scholarship for Suffolk University Sawyer Business School MPA students. Wed, 09 May 2012 17:15:43 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1327 All sales support Cape Abilities services for people with disabilities Cape Abilities Consignment & Thrift Shop is now open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Housed in a historic former bank building at 3239 Main Street (Route 6A) in Barnstable Village, the shop specializes in antiques, home décor and furniture. Thu, 03 May 2012 16:07:53 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1326 Gifts of $1,000 or more to be matched now through June 30th Geoffrey Lenk and Robert Bownes, co-chairs of the Osterville Library's Capital Campaign Fund, announced the receipt of an anonymous $100,000 matching fund gift. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:35:20 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1325 Mascott has extensive arts background After conducting an exhaustive search, the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod announced the addition of Christine Mascott of Mashpee to their team as Program Coordinator. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:06:12 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1324 Desautels, one of only 4,606 CFRE professionals in the US Gerry Desautels. Latham photo. Gerry Desautels of West Yarmouth recently received certification from CFRE International as a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE). Desautels is the Director of Development for Latham Centers on Cape Cod--helping children and adults with complex special needs lead abundant and fulfilling lives. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:58:31 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1323 Mike Perry named "Elk of the Year", Paul Legere named "Officer of the Year" Left to right: Cole Shepley, Niles Shepley, Jeff Deitke ER, Frank Zibutis ER Elect, Tony Shepley & Lorraine Shepley. Hyannis Elks photos. Last month, the Hyannis Elks Club presented their "Citizen of the Year" award to Tony Shepley of Shepley Wood Products. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:40:53 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1322 Dough Rai$ser to benefit the Barnstable Senior Center The Friends of the Barnstable Council on Aging raise funds to help support the Barnstable Senior Center. The Barnstable Senior Center has been an outspoken voice for the needs of Barnstable's seniors. The Senior Center is a place of many opportunities, where services support positive aging and a high quality of life for seniors. Our programs and services enrich the lives of many elders in our community. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:26:22 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1321 McNeill returns to foundation, will work part time until a permanent director is named Lisa McNeill. Photo courtesy of CCF. Lisa McNeill, former vice president of the Cape Cod Foundation, has returned to the Foundation as interim executive director upon the resignation of President Elizabeth Gawron. McNeill will continue as president of Cape Cod Volunteers and work part time at the Foundation until a successor is found for Gawron. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:50:46 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1320 Grant will fund an adaptive playground project Latham Centers, Inc., a Cape Cod based not-for-profit serving children and adults with emotional, developmental and physical disabilities announced last month that it has been awarded a $25,000 grant by the Yawkey Foundation II.  The grant is restricted toward the purchase and installation of adaptive playground equipment on the grounds of Latham School in Brewster, Massachusetts.  With this recent award, the playground will be fully installed and operational later this spring in memory of the late Tim Semple—the former Director of Latham Facilities. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:43:37 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1319 Six-week support group to begin on April 28 Beacon Hospice has partnered with The Woman's Workout Fitness Company to offer a Free Work out Grief six week bereavement support program. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:04:40 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1318 VNA to receive Heritage Award on April 24 The Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Cape Cod will be recognized by the Falmouth Historical Society on April 24 with the 13th Annual Heritage Award at a dinner at the Sea Crest Beach Hotel in North Falmouth. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:35:32 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1317 The Cape Abilities 5K Walk/Run will take place on Saturday, May 19, at Hyannis Village Green. The flat, wheel-measured course features gorgeous water views, making it a pleasure for runners and walkers alike. The event begins at 9:15 a.m., with registration starting at 8 a.m. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:34:40 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1316 Evening features Best of Boston award winner Paul D'Angelo Wings For Falmouth Families is thrilled to announce that Sound Financial Advisors, Janney Montgomery Scott is the sponsor of their 2nd Annual Comedy Night.  The event will be on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at The Coonamessett Inn, Falmouth, MA. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:31:29 -0400 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1315 Advance registration encouraged Fun and free for high school students, college students and young adults through age 25, the 9th Annual Cape Cod Youth Summit will be held on Friday, March 16 at Cape Cod Community College from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:28:23 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1314 E.J. Jaxtimer  issues challenge to fellow businesspeople Hyannis builder E.J. Jaxtimer has made a generous donation to Apps Abilities, an initiative launched by Cape Abilities in partnership with Penguin Digital Design and Core Computers designed to teach people with disabilities new skills through the use of iPads. Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:32:22 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1312 Brewster resident once served as executive director of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School The Cape Cod Community College Educational Foundation Board of Directors has selected Kathy McNamara, former Executive Director of the Cape's Lighthouse Charter School in Orleans, and former Director of Development for Cape Abilities to be the organization’s next Executive Director. The Brewster resident brings to the job a diverse background in educational administration, non-profit management, and higher education public affairs. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:03:14 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1311 Head of non-profit since 2006 After five and a half successful years as executive director of Alzheimer’s Services, Alisa Galazzi is resigning from her position to pursue other business opportunities; it was announced today by Board Chairman Charles Case, Jr. Her last day is March 9, 2012. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:19:03 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1309 National Pancake Day Returns to benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals For the seventh consecutive year, IHOP restaurants nationwide will offer each guest a free short stack of its famous buttermilk pancakes on National Pancake Day in an effort to raise awareness and funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. National Pancake Day is Tuesday, February 28 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 12:00:55 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1308 Other improvements planned in addition to clean-up AmeriCorps and the Army Corps of Engineers will host the 12th annual canal clean-up event on Saturday, April 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  This year, the central location has changed. Volunteers will meet at the base of the Railroad Bridge at the recently improved Buzzards Bay Recreation Area off of Main Street in Buzzards Bay. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 11:28:55 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1307 Joined Cape Cod Healthcare in January 2011 Cape Cod Healthcare is pleased to announce that Jeanne M. Fallon has been named Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Cape Cod Healthcare (CCHC). In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the CCHC Information Systems team and for the implementation and support of all clinical and financial Information Systems applications. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:11:14 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1306 Deadline set for March 16 The Cape Cod Foundation has announced the deadline for grant applications to the foundation’s Gay and Lesbian Equity (GALE) Fund. Applications must be received no later than 5 p.m. March 16. The GALE Fund, established in 1998, raises awareness and support for issues affecting the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered (LGBT) community on Cape Cod and the Islands. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:57:40 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1305 Award presented by Senate President Therese Murray On February 6, 2012, Maura Weir, regional manager for the Youth Suicide Prevention Project, received the Leadership in Suicide Prevention Award from the Massachusetts Coalition for Suicide Prevention. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:54:53 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1304 Cape Cod Freemasons welcome public to enlighten, educate, and inform Joining with Masonic lodges across the Commonwealth, Freemasons meeting in 12 Cape Cod communities from Bourne to Provincetown, as well as the Islands, will open their doors to the public on Saturday, February 25, between 9 am and 3 pm. Billed as the 2012 Early Spring Open House, it is a state-wide celebration of Freemasonry.  If you have ever wondered who the Freemasons are, whether they are the descendants of the Knights Templars, or what the inside of their building looks like, here’s your chance to find out. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:55:07 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1303 Victoria Dunnington and Barbara P. Swaebe elected to Board Latham Centers, Inc., a Cape-based not-for-profit serving children and adults with emotional, developmental and physical disabilities, announced last week the election of Victoria “Vicki” Dunnington of Marshfield and Barbara P. Swaebe of Yarmouth Port to its Board of Directors.  Each will initially serve three-year terms on Latham’s community-based board on the heels of the agency earning full, "fast track" accreditation by the prestigious, international Council on Accreditation. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:50:51 -0500 http://www.capecodtoday.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1302 The Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum (PMPM) announced last week the appointment of three new Trustees to the organization's Board. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:10:23 -0500