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Boston History in Poetry Noah Webster describes poetry as a literary work in which special intensity is given to the expression of feelings and ideas using distinctive style and rhythm, poems collectively or as a genre of literature. In this lecture, Boston History is paired with poets, poetesses and many captivating poems that deal with…
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"The ocean off Cape Cod is changing before our eyes—and the stakes couldn’t be higher! Cape Cod’s ocean is not standing still. Powerful shifts in the Gulf Stream and the atmospheric Jet Stream are rapidly reshaping the waters just offshore - altering temperatures, currents, and the very makeup of the continental shelf and slope. These…
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This two-part series explains how, with Churchill’s support, the British efforts at destroying the Nazi tyranny of World War Two, resulted in the victory of the Allies in 1945. In particular, we examine the formation of a very secret organization, the Special Operations Executive, SOE, and some examples of specific operations that took place in…
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This two-part series explains how, with Churchill’s support, the British efforts at destroying the Nazi tyranny of World War Two, resulted in the victory of the Allies in 1945. In particular, we examine the formation of a very secret organization, the Special Operations Executive, SOE, and some examples of specific operations that took place in…
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"Join Bob Zaremba, owner of Maps of Antiquity in Chatham, for an illustrated journey through the early nautical charts of Cape Cod and the Northeast. Housed in a historic late-1700s Chatham farmhouse, Maps of Antiquity offers over 15,000 antique maps, charts, and prints, spanning early American maps, hand-colored 19th-century state and country maps, historical prints,…
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THE COAST GUARD’S GREATEST SMALL BOAT RESCUE On February 18, 1952, four courageous crew members from U.S. Coast Guard Station Chatham, launched a 36-foot wooden motor lifeboat into the teeth of a raging Nor’east storm to rescue sailors stranded on a stricken tanker, SS PENDLETON, that had broken in half and was drifting off Monomoy…
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Experience the artistry of Cape Symphony’s Assistant Conductor, Joe Marchio, as he takes the stage on the magnificent Casavant Frères pipe organ at the First Congregational Church of Chatham. Known for his warmth, humor, and insight as a speaker and conductor, Joe now steps into the spotlight as a performer, bringing the organ to life…
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COMM FIRE DEPARTMENT-100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY History Talk w/Retired Lieutenant/Paramedic Britton Crosby
COMM FIRE DEPARTMENT-100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY History Talk w/Retired Lieutenant/Paramedic Britton Crosby
Did you know.... The Centerville-Osterville-Marstons Mills Fire District traces its roots back to the early 1900's! Join us in welcoming retired Lieutenant / Paramedic Britton Crosby as he takes us on a walk down memory lane with this historical talk on the history and highlights of those 100 years in photos and stories. Let's celebrate…
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The New Bedford Whaling Museum visits the OVL with ‘A Day in the Life of the Lagoda’ Saturday May 23rd at 1pm Osterville Village Library Join New Bedford Whaling Museum docents Capt. Michael Taylor and Nancy Gentile for a discussion of “A Day in the Life of the Lagoda: a whaling voyage. This illustrated program…
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Memorial Day Activities at the John F. Kennedy Memorial & Korean War Memorial Monday, May 25, 2026 Please join us on Memorial Day for brief wreath laying commemorations: 9:00 AM at the John F. Kennedy Memorial & Korean War Memorial at Veterans Beach Park, 480 Ocean Street, Hyannis Attendees will be invited to say… 
Memorial Day Parade & Observance Monday, May 25, 2026 The parade and ceremony are an annual tradition in Centerville to recognize those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Starting at 10:00am from South Congregational Church on Main Street in Centerville, a police color guard leads a parade of Scout Troops, veterans, and Revolutionary…
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The Airwaves Belonged to the People: WBCN and the American Revolution Wednesday, May 27, 2026 7:00pm – 9:00pm Before social media, before the internet, there was WBCN — at a time when the airwaves still belonged to the people. This is the story of how radio, politics, and rock and… |
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Historical Fiction Book Club 4th Thursday of the Month 10:00am Join us as we discuss the Historical Fiction Book of the month.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF SEAWEEDS presented by Ecologist and Author Gil Newton and The Barnstable Land Trust Saturday May 30 at 11:00 AM Osterville Village Library Seaweed is commonly found along the Cape’s beaches but is frequently overlooked and misunderstood. How is seaweed important to animal life? What are the names of the different kinds of…
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"Dolphins have long captured the human imagination as highly intelligent animals capable of complex communication. But what does science actually tell us about how dolphins communicate? Join Dr. Laela Sayigh - Senior Research Specialist, Biology, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution - as she explores the evolution of our understanding of dolphin communication, from early assumptions to…
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Lawyer turned Certified Medium & Clairvoyant, Steven Macek, visits the Osterville Village Library! “For nearly 10 years, Steven have been developing a connection to Spirit. He is so grateful to be a bridge between the spirit world and our day-to-day, physical world—relaying messages and insight from those who have passed on to people seeking answers…
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