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Thursday, October 11, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 10/11

Your last chance to check out the Farmers' Market.

1) The sun will return today, bringing with it clear skies, and temperatures in the high 50s. Windy, gusting up to 35 miles per hour in the morning, 25 in the afternoon. Still clear overnight, with temperatures in the high 40s. 2) The Falmouth Farmers' Market wraps up its 2012 run with its final meeting today, in Peg Noonan Park, from noon to five p.m. That means it's your last chance to check out the wide range of organic, sustainable, locally produced foodstuffs on display. Jam, chocolate, seafood, bread, flowers, and of course fresh fruits and vegetables—including fall favorites like pumpkins—will be available. For more information, visit http://www.falmouthfarmersmarket.org. 3) The Falmouth Arts Center offers a class in Life Drawing, …

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Falmouth Farmers' Market, Peg Noonan Park, Falmouth Arts Center, and 2 more ›

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 10/10

Play some soccer, learn the ukulele, or flex your trivia muscles.

1) Mostly cloudy today, with some chance of showers, but probably dryer than yesterday. Temperatures in the high 50s and low 60s. More chance of rain in the evening and overnight, when temperatures will drop into the low 50s. 2) The Woods Hole Public Library hosts Ukulele Lessons, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Professional musician Tom Goux will lead participants through the basics of the under-appreciated stringed instrument. For more information, call (508) 548-8961, email whpl_mail@clamsnet.org, or visit http://www.woodsholepubliclibrary.org. 3) The Adult Coed Soccer League continues today, at the Gus Canty Community Center, from 6 to 9 p.m. Teams of five will go head-to-head, with at least two members of each sex on the floor at any given …

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Woods Hole Public Library, Ukulele Lessons, Adult Coed Soccer League, and 3 more ›

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 10/9

A good day to do something fun indoors.

1) Rainy all day, with patchy fog in the morning, and strong winds, gusting up to 30 miles per hour. Temperatures will be in the mid to high 50s. The rain will likely continue overnight, with temperatures in the low to mid 50s. 2) The Falmouth Arts Center hosts its new exhibit, The Art of Clay: Function and Beyond, in its Main Gallery, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check out plates, vases, and other clay creations by nearly 20 local artists. Admission is free. For more information, call (508) 540-3304, or visit http://www.falmouthart.org. 3) The Woods Hole Women's Club will meet at the Church of the Messiah at 11:30 a.m. for a brown-bag luncheon. Beth Colt, owner and restorer of the Woods Hole Inn, will be on hand to discuss the history of the …

In this Article:

Falmouth Arts Center, The Art of Clay: Function and Beyond, Talk on History and Renovation of the Woods Hole Inn, and 4 more ›

William B. Fleck

6:54 am on Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Will the rain impede the repaving of Shore Street?   more ›

Monday, October 1, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 10/1

Lots to do today, as the rain abates.

1) The sun will return today, with mostly clear skies, and temperatures in the high 60s. Cloudier in the evening and overnight, but rain is unlikely. Overnight temperatures in the mid 50s. 2) Mondays are packed with activities for seniors at the Falmouth Senior Center. Osteo Prevention exercise class begins at 9:15 a.m. Next up is Line Dancing, at 11 a.m. Artistic seniors can try their hands at Oil and Water Painting and Stained Glass, beginning at 1 p.m. Also at 1, those of a more linguistic bent can bring their boards for Scrabble. For more information on any of these programs, call (508) 540-0196. 3) Stop by the Gus Canty Community Center at 9:27 a.m. for Laughter Yoga, a new take on the ancient relaxation method. Created in 1995 by Dr…

In this Article:

Falmouth Council On Aging, Osteo Prevention, Line Dancing at the Falmouth Senior Center, and 7 more ›

Sunday, September 30, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 9/30

Lots to do inside, on another rainy day.

1) Cloudy again today, with a good chance of showers. Some fog in the morning. Temperatures in the low 60s. Still cloudy and wet overnight, with temperatures in the high 50s. 2) Falmouth Community Television will hold an Opening Reception for its new exhibit, A Different Side of Light: Visionary Works, from 3 to 5 p.m. Featuring the work of Marcia Huyette, the exhibit includes pieces influenced by impressionism, expressionism, surrealism, and other artistic movements. For more information, call (508) 457-0800, email marcia@fctv.org, or visit http://www.fctv.org. 3) The MBL's Lillie Auditorium will host the Boston Cello Quartet, made up of four cellists from the Boston Symphony Orchestra, from 4 to 6 p.m. Your $20 ticket gets you a wide …

In this Article:

Falmouth Community Television, “A Different Side of Light: Visionary Works” by Marcia Huyette, MBL Lillie Auditorium, and 3 more ›

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Margaret Carroll-Bergman

12:24 pm on Sunday, September 30, 2012

Thanks, Cynthia! Glad you like Falmouth Patch.   more ›

Saturday, September 29, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 9/29

Music abounds.

1) Cloudy all day, with rain on and off, and temperatures in the mid 60s. Still wet overnight, with temperatures in the mid 50s. 2) Highfield Theater hosts a show by the Grace Kelly Quintet, from 8 to 10 p.m. Check out the 19-year-old singer/composer/saxophonist who's lighting up the jazz world. With five albums and hundreds of performances already under her belt, Kelly knows how to entertain her audience. Opening act Bart Weisman's Jazz Group, a Cape-based band, will set the stage. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 at the door. To learn more, call (508) 548-2892, email info@ArtsFalmouth.org, or visit http://www.JazzFestFalmouth.org. 3) Those who need a break from jazz have other musical options. Liam Maguire's Irish Pub hosts celtic duo …

In this Article:

Highfield Theater, JazzFest Falmouth 2012 - Grace Kelly Quintet, Liam Maguire's Irish Pub and Restaurant, and 3 more ›

Friday, September 28, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 9/28

JazzFest hits its stride tonight.

1) Overcast and rainy today, especially in the afternoon. Temperatures in the low 60s, with a strong wind, gusting to 25 miles per hour. Still rainy overnight, with temperatures in the mid to high 50s. 2) The Falmouth Senior Center hosts a full day of activities. The Patchwork Quilters of Cape Cod hold their weekly meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., inviting anyone with quilting experience to help them make quilts for children at risk. For more, call (508) 548-4003. At 1 p.m., seniors can choose either Chess—open to players of all skill levels—or Tap Dancing Class, an excellent way to sneak in some exercise while learning a new hobby. The class is $6 for a single session, or $24 for a month's worth. For more on either chess of tap dancing, …

In this Article:

Falmouth Council On Aging, Patchwork Quilters of Cape Cod, Chess at the Falmouth Senior Center, and 5 more ›

Thursday, September 27, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 9/27

Honor an environmental pioneer, check out the farmers' market, or dig in to some apps.

1) Today will start out partly sunny, with some chance of showers. Skies will clear as the day goes on, though, making for a sunny afternoon, with temperatures in the mid 60s. Some wind, gusting to 25 miles per hour, especially in the morning. Mostly clear overnight, with temperatures in the low 50s. 2) Come by Peg Noonan Park from noon to 6 p.m. for the Falmouth Farmers' Market, offering tasty, handmade, locally produced treats of all kinds. Plenty of fresh, organic produce is available, plus bread, chocolate, honey, cheese, olive oil, seafood, and much more. For a full list of vendors, and other information, visit http://www.falmouthfarmersmarket.org. 3) The Marine Biological Laboratory will be holding a Rachel Carson Celebration today, …

In this Article:

Peg Noonan Park, Falmouth Farmers' Market, Marine Biological Laboratory, and 3 more ›

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 9/26

Hop on the trolley, or get your kicks with indoor soccer.

1) Today will start out sunny, but give way to clouds in the afternoon, with some chance of showers. Temperatures in the low 70s, and a strong breeze, at times gusting ti 30 miles per hour. Showers and even thunderstorms are possible overnight, with temperatures in the high 50s. 2) Hop on the trolley at the Falmouth Historical Society for a Wednesday Morning Trolley Tour of Falmouth, beginning at 10 a.m. Your $20 ticket gets you a ride around town, and all the sites and stories you could ask for. The tours are popular, so reservation are suggested. For more information, or to reserve your seat, call (508) 548-4857, or visit http://falmouthhistoricalsociety.org. 3) The Gus Canty Community Center hosts the Adult Coed Soccer League from 6 to …

In this Article:

Falmouth Historical Society, Wednesday Morning Trolley Tours of Falmouth, Falmouth Recreation Department/Gus Canty Community Center, and 3 more ›

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

5 Things You Need to Know Today, 9/25

Get ready for some jazz.

1) Sunny and mild again today, with temperatures in the high 60s, and a bit of a breeze. Clouding up around sundown, with overnight temperatures in the high 50s. 2) Stop by the Barnstable County Fairgrounds between noon and 4 p.m. for the Green Harvest Organic Farmers' Market. Get your fill of fresh, local, organic, and sustainable fruits and vegetables, eggs, honey, jams, seafood, soup, bread, and much, much more. This is the market's last Tuesday, as it will be moving to Sundays beginning Oct. 7. For more information, call (774) 392-0843, email greenharvest@comcast.net, or find the market on Facebook. 3) The Falmouth Arts Center hosts a class for kids today, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., called Make It and Take It: Come Along With Me. …

In this Article:

Barnstable County Fair, Green Harvest Organic Farmers' Market & Artisans' Fair, Falmouth Arts Center, and 4 more ›

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