BOSTON - Gov. Deval Patrick is saying state health officials are
preparing to do an aerial spray in Southeastern Massachusetts to
try to reduce the risk of eastern equine encephalitis.
BROCKTON - A 4-year-old girl is dead and her twin sister in
critical condition after a drowning accident in their backyard pool
in Brockton Saturday morning.
BOSTON - Lawmakers have launched debate on the state's most
sweeping expansion of gambling in four decades, even though Gov.
Deval Patrick has vowed not to sign the measure without
changes.
New York Times reporter Gary Rivlin will speak about his new book Broke USA: From Pawnshops to Poverty, Inc. - How the Working Poor Became Big Business. James Fallows calls it, "A book with the potential to stimulate outrage - and political reform.
When: Aug 2, 2010 12 AM to Aug 2, 2010 12 AM Where: Wellfleet Public Library in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: Free (Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00 )
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival presents: Schubert: Quartet for Strings no 10 in E flat major, D 87/Op. 125 no 1; Bartk: Quartet for Strings no 4, Sz 91; Brahms: Quintet for Piano and Strings in F...
When: Aug 2, 2010 8 PM Where: First Congregational Church (Wellfleet) in Wellfleet, Massachusetts (Mon, 02 Aug 2010 20 )
Join us for a poetry reading with Dorianne Laux and Joe Millar, award-winning poets.
When: Aug 3, 2010 8 PM to Aug 3, 2010 9 PM Where: Wellfleet Public Library in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: Free for members of the Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill; $10 for non-members. (Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20 )
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival presents: Beethoven: Duets (3), WoO 27: no 1 in C major; Bach: Suite for Cello solo no 1 in G major, BWV 1007; Copland: Sonata for Violin and Piano; Liebermann: Trio...
When: Aug 6, 2010 8 PM Where: First Congregational Church (Wellfleet) in Wellfleet, Massachusetts (Fri, 06 Aug 2010 20 )
One of the world s leading Scottish fiddle and piano duos, Australian-based Catherine Fraser and Duncan Smith take the audience on a memorable journey, from toe-tapping reels to haunting Gaelic airs, from ancient traditional tunes to contemporary and original works.
When: Aug 8, 2010 12 AM to Aug 8, 2010 12 AM Where: First Congregational Church (Wellfleet) in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: $10 at the door, children under 12 free * contact the Presenting Organization listed below for ticketing information (Sun, 08 Aug 2010 00 )
Join usfor the9th Annual Sandpiper Gallery Reception & Art Auction to benefit Alzheimer's Services of Cape Cod & the Islands
Sunday, August 8, 2010 from 3:00 - 7:00 PM at the Sweet Seasons Restaurant at the Inn at Duck Creeke 70 Main Street, Wellfleet (map)
$10 suggested donation
Why we do this: Mary Houk, proprietor of the Sandpiper Gallery, knows firsthand the devastating effects that Alzheimers disease has on a family. For many years she and her husband Jerry were the primary caregivers for Jerrys mother, Emma Boyer. By all accounts Emma was an exceptional lady. She was the first lady torpedo inspector for the Navy during WWII after which she went on to became a member of the Apollo Lunar Team. Sadly later in life Emma was diagnosed with Alzheimers disease. To honor Emmas life, Mary & Jerry will once again be hosting this fun event, full of good music, great food and unique auction items a summer highlight!
Event highlights: The evening features elegant nibbles, wine tasting, live music from the Big Jazz, raffle prizes The main event for the night is a lively auction from some of the best vendors on the Cape to benefit local families who are managing the care of a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
Donation information: If you would like to donate an item or service for the auction please fill out the form below and email it to info@alzcapecod.org or by fax at 508-360-6068.
Many thanks to Mary & Jerry Houk and the event committee for all of their hard work to produce this event in honor of Emma Boyer.
Sandpiper Gallery Committee 2010 Honoray Chairs: Judy Phil & Bob Morrill
Mary Houk - Sandpiper Gallery
Jerry Houk - Wellfleet
Margaret Ward Wellfleet
Laura Kozak Wellfleet
Jeanne Woodes Wellfleet
Pat Sustendal Eastham
Caroline Herron - Truro
Beverly Haigt Wellfleet
Carol Loretto Wellfleet
Jacqueline Johnson Wellfleet
Dennis & Carol Ubriaco - Wellfleet
David & Paula Schnare - Wellfleet
For more information, please contact Alzheimers Services at 508-775-5656. We look forward to seeing you on August 8!
When: Aug 8, 2010 3 PM to Aug 8, 2010 7 PM Where: Sweet Seasons Restaurant at the Inn at Duck Creeke in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: Art Auction Ticket ($10 Duggested Donation) 11.19
Pulitzer prize-winner Maxine Kumin has published 16 poetry collections, as well as a book of essays and the memoir "Inside the Halo and Beyond: Anatomy of a Recovery." She has won numerous awards and medals.
When: Aug 10, 2010 8 PM Where: Wellfleet Public Library in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: $10 per person. (Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20 )
A lecture by renowned New York Times journalist and writer Dan Okrent, featured commentator on Ken Burns's PBS series, Baseball. His new book is "Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition."
When: Aug 10, 2010 8 PM to Aug 10, 2010 9 PM Where: Wellfleet Public Library in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: Free to members of Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill: $10 for non-members. (Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20 )
When: Aug 11, 2010 12 AM to Aug 11, 2010 12 AM Where: First Congregational Church (Wellfleet) in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: $25 * contact the Presenting Organization listed below for ticketing information (Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00 )
When: Aug 12, 2010 8 PM Where: First Congregational Church (Wellfleet) in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: $26adv/$30door; $60 pref'd res'v + after party (Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20 )
A lecture by Harriet Reisen, former fellow in screenwriting at the American Film Institute, who has written dramatic and historical documentary scripts for PBS and HBO, and delivers commentaries for Morning Edition and Marketplace.
When: Aug 17, 2010 8 PM to Aug 17, 2010 9 PM Where: Wellfleet Public Library in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: Free to members of Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill; $10 for non-members. (Tue, 17 Aug 2010 20 )
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival presents: Mozart: Sonata for Violin and Piano in B flat major, K 378 (317d); Chopin: Trio for Piano and Strings in G minor, B 25/Op. 8; D'Rivera: Cape Cod Files
When: Aug 20, 2010 8 PM Where: First Congregational Church (Wellfleet) in Wellfleet, Massachusetts (Fri, 20 Aug 2010 20 )
Two-day celebration of the town's famous oysters and shellfishing traditions. Local seafood, New England fare and brews, arts and crafts, a kayak race and a 5k road race, live music, seminars, walks and many special activities for children.
Location: Main Street Wellfleet, MA 02667
When: Oct 16, 2010 12 AM to Oct 17, 2010 12 AM Where: Postal code 02667, United States in Wellfleet, Massachusetts Cost: Free (Sat, 16 Oct 2010 00 )
