Cape Cod Profiles

Stand for Peace, Part II

There can never be too much peace in the world

With the success of Paul Rifkin's moving video, Stand for Peace Part I, it was only a matter of time before Paul could mix together another batch of peace loving folks for Part II.

Stand for Peace, Part II features Paul's photos & video accompanied by the ballad "Stand", written and performed by the nationally-known American folk-rock band the Kennedys (right).  According to Paul, "They saw Stand for Peace, Part I and offered their song for my project."

The Kennedys (Pete and Maura) are a husband and wife duo, who have toured the country extensively and even played at both of President Clinton's inaugurations.  Visit their official site here.

Once again, Paul has assembled a montage of several folks proudly displaying  a blue button produced by FalmouthPeace.org with a very simple message, "Stand for Peace".

Click on the image below to watch Stand for Peace, Part II. Watch Part I here.

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Cape Codders Stand for Peace, Part I

Prominent Cape Codders join with others to Stand for Peace

Videographer Paul Rifkin's latest, Stand for Peace, Part I is a true celebration of spirit and community.  He has assembled a montage of several folks proudly displaying  a blue button produced by FalmouthPeace.org with a very simple message, "Stand for Peace".

Paul has combed the Cape asking people to pose with the little blue button.  Even Senator Ted Kennedy joined in.  And although Stand for Peace, Part I features a lot of smiling faces both young and old, Paul is ready for more--Stand for Peace, Part II is already in the works.

If you are interested in being a part of his next video, email a photograph of yourself to Paul and he will digitally add the button to your image and include it in the follow up web video.

Click on the image below to watch Paul's Stand for Peace, Part I. 

Did you notice any famous Cape Codders? Email Paul with a list of famous Cape folks. The person to name the most wins a photo of their choice from Paul's Reflections!

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Rick Lemoine Remembers 9/11

Rick Lemoine, owner of Kenyon's (a convenience and liquor store in East Falmouth, Cape Cod, Massachusetts) places 2,973 American flags on his store's lawn to commemorate the loss of life on 9/11/2001.

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The Day of the Dogs

Hyannis went to the dogs on Sunday
And here's a short video of the event by Paul Rifkin.

Just click on the image below to view the 13th annual Cape Cod Walk for Animals.

The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' annual "Walk for Animals" took place in Hyannis, Cape Cod, Massachusetts on September 7, 2008. The fund-raising event had hundreds of canine and humans participating in a one-mile walk down the Main Street of Hyannis, a freestyle dance demonstration (dogs dancing), best kisser (dogs again) contest and owner/dog look-alike contest. Much fun was had by all---specially the dogs!

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Mashpee in Mourning

A short evocative film about a very sad day in one small, Cape Cod town

The Town of Mashpee, Cape Cod, Massachusetts mourns over the loss of two soldiers in two days, one in Iraq, the other in Afghanistan.  This ten minute video attempts to evoke the emotions of their families and friends who gathered at many places in town to remember Dan McGuire and Paul Conlon. Click the image below or here to view it.

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