From Iceland to Cape Cod for the Marathon

Last night, one our guests who checked in late was an older woman from Iceland.  While I was checking her in, I asked her reason for the visit to the Cape in the winter.  She told me that this is her 45th visit to the States and she has come each time to run in a marathon.  She has run marathons in 44 states so far and Massachusetts is her 45th state.  Five more to go! She came with her husband and is staying only 4 days on the Cape. I admire such determination and drive. She's doing this for fun and her own self fulfillment.  Wish I could be at the finish line to cheer her on!

St. Patrick's Day on Cape Cod

Boston is not the only place with a parade for St. Patrick's Day.  Cape Cod has a popular parade with bands and floats which will take place on Saturday March 6th at 11AM in Dennis.  The theme of the parade this year is Heroes & Heroines of Ireland.  The Grand Marshall this year is Former mayor Raymond Flynn. 

Come to the Cape for the weekend and take advantage of our special price of $59.99 per night. For more information on the parade visit their website http://capecodstpatsparade.com/

Zion museum celebrates Black History Month | CapeCodOnline.com

February is Black History Month.  Take the opportunity to visit the Zion Museum in Hyannis if you are visiting the Cape. The museum which was the former Zion Union Heritage Church opened in 2008 to celebrate the rich history of African Americans and Cape Verdeans on Cape Cod.  This week, in celebration of Black History Month, the museum has an exhibit on slavery which includes slavery documents.  There are also activities all month.  This Saturday, February 20th, is the Soul Food Dinner with entertainment by "Heart and Soul".

For more information on the museum and special activites visit their website, http://www.zionunionheritagemuseum.org/

Fun Activities at Cape Cod Children's Museum for School Vacation

Cape Cod Children's Museum is a parent's best friend during February school vacation.  They have activities every day during vacation.  Friday, February 19th, bring your little pirates for a day of pirate activities.  The schedule for the week is as follows:

Every third Friday of the month, the Cape Cod Children’s Museum will provide amazing themed family nights from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Admission includes supper and an evening filled with unique entertainment, fun crafts and special visiting guests. All inclusive admission is $6.00 per person for members and $8.00 per person for non-members. Advanced reservation is highly recommended.
Friday Family Night Shin-Digz: “Adventure Island”* Feb 19, 6-8pm
Ahoy, Mateys! Come cast away with the Cape Cod Children’s Museum to a tropical island paradise. Don an eye patch and “sea” first hand the life of a pirate. We’ll make maps and mischief as we search for treasure by scavenger hunt. Little ones will enjoy the sea shanties and the older ones will be fascinated by pirate lore. Learn about the famous “Whiddah” pirate ship, discovered right off the coast of Cape Cod. Enjoy delicious tropical fruit salad and cast away to the island of treasured crafts.

February 14-19

School Vacation Week; "Somewhere Over the Rainbow"

• February 14, Sunday 1:00pm-3:00pm*~ Come celebrate Valentine’s Day and enter into the land of hearts, where you may create wonderful animal characters made with heart shapes. Also, this special day encompasses the celebration of the Chinese New Year. Learn about Chinese culture and the year of the tiger by creating some unique crafts.

• February 15, Monday 10:30am-2:00pm*~ Come join us to the land of wee folk and mystical creatures. Fashion a fairy dwelling using some unusual materials and craft a dragon’s lair. Join Miss Mary & Jacek of Dream Tale Puppets, who will perform a whimsical story time in the castle at 11:00am & 1:00pm.

• February 16 & 18, Tuesday and Thursday 10:30am-2:00pm*~ Travel to the land of aha’s and wonder while we generate interesting science experiments forming rainbows and learn about what causes them to appear. Produce rainbow crafts to take home and brighten your day.

• February 17, Wednesday 10:30am-2:00pm*~ Come travel to the land of magic and mischief, where the wee folk will be teaching you how to make a magic wand and be mystified by some magical science trickery. At 11:00am special guests Tom & Deb O’Carroll use stage magic, music, comedy, dance, song, poetry, tales, props, and costumes to delight and captivate young audiences with the history, art, language, and social customs of the Emerald Isle.

• February 19, Friday 10:30am-2:00pm*~ Travel to the land of Tinker Town where children may create crafty tin art creations and learn to make foil sculpture.

For more information, visit their website, http://www.capecodchildrensmuseum.org/

Children's plays on Cape Cod

If you're coming to the Cape during February School Vacation there's several plays for the family.  Charlie Brown has been a favorite for generations and both kids and adults will enjoy "You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown!! (The Musical!) School Vacation Week Showtimes: February 11 – 21, 2010 Mon, Tue.,Thur,Fri. @ 7:00 pm Sat. @ 2:30 pm &7:00 pm Sun. @ 2:30 pm Tickets:$18, $15 for 12 & under


Location: 713 Main Street, Rte. 6A, Dennis, MA (inside Dennis Union) Event Time: varies  Contact: Box Office Phone: 508-398-8588

Valentine's Weekend

Bring you sweetheart to Cape Cod for the weekend for a romantic getaway.  Chatham is calling the weekend "Paint the Town Red" and the whole downtown will be decked out in red with many activities.  Here's the detail:
Paint the Town Red - Chatham's Valentine's Day Weekend!

Friday, February 12, 2010 to Sunday, February 14, 2010

Chatham is Painting the Town Red for a special Valentine’s Day weekend celebration February 12-14. Main Street will be aglow in red with merchants decorating their shops, the bandstand and trees lovingly decorated, and special events at every turn. The merchants will have treats and specials running throughout the weekend.

End the day with a romantic dinner at one of the many wonderful restaurants on the Cape.  Stay at the Tidewater and enjoy one of our waterview king rooms with a private balcony for only $69.99 per night. Call us at 508-775-6322 for details.

Chocolate Festival on Cape Cod!

If you like chocolate, plan to come to Cape Cod the weekend of February 5th.  Osterville, one of my favorite villages on the Cape, is having its "6th Annual Osterville Chocolate Fest".  It will take place in Osterville, a very picturesque village, on Saturday February 5th from 10am to 4pm.  There will be all sorts of "chocolate" events, activities, and treats such as chocolate sculptures, martinis, treats, and books.  The highlight will  be a Dessert Contest with proceeds going to the Hyannis Food Pantry which helps many needy people on the Cape. Check out their website for details (and luscious pictures), http://www.ostervillevillage.com/CHfest2011.pdf.  Pick up some custom made chocolates for our loved ones for this festival is perfectly timed with Valentine's Day just around the corner. Call 508-420-7390 for more information or visit their website, http://www.ostervillevillage.com/ .
Stay at the Tidewater when visiting the Cape and enjoy our off season special of $59.99 per night or 2 nights for $99.99.  Hope to see you. Our indoor pool and hot tub await you!