MONTHLY EVENTS
BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS
FEBRUARY VACATION EVENTS
February 15-17
Yarmouth Winter Festival
LOCATION: Skull Island, 934 Route 28, South Yarmouth
Thru February 17. Embrace the magic of winter at the Yarmouth Winter Carnival, a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend! Glide across the outdoor synthetic ice skating rink, marvel at the balloon artistry, and get creative with face painting. Explore unique crafts, savor delicious treats from food trucks, and be entertained by captivating magic shows. Don't miss the petting zoo and so much more! It's the perfect way to spend a long holiday weekend with loved ones while supporting local businesses and enjoying the winter wonderland on Cape Cod. https://business.yarmouthcapecod.com/events/details/yarmouth-winter-carnival-2025-19563
BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS
Friday, February 21
Author Talk with Dr Michael Pregot, "Slavery and Abolitionism on Cape Cod"
LOCATION: Osterville Village Library, 2pm
To understand the thinking of the day, religious views, political positions, economic factors, and social movements are all placed into sharper detail and given greater context. By sharing profiles of notable Black people living in Massachusetts, we acknowledge the enormous positive contributions made by those forced to relinquish their personal right to freedom.
Friday, February 28
Harambee Community Celebration
LOCATION: MBL Swope Center, 11 North Street, Woods Hole
Join us for a celebration of unity, culture, and community. Enjoy food, fellowship, and uplifting music by Naomi Westwater & Friends as we honor the contributions of African Americans as change-makers and celebrate the spirit of “pulling together” for a brighter future.
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Thursday, February 13
Waiting for Godot
LOCATION: Cotuit Center for the Arts
February 13 to March 2; Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 7:00 PM; Sundays at 1:30 PM, Perfect for theater enthusiasts and newcomers alike, this production offers a minimalist storytelling experience that captivates and challenges. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with one of the most influential plays of the 20th century.Purchase tickets online at https://cotuit.org/explore/godot or by calling the Box Office at 508-428-0669
Saturday, February 15
Tree-Book-Sculpture and Paper Tree-Making Activity
LOCATION: Cape Museum of Natural History, Brewster, during Museum hours.
Visit our newest art installation – a 6’ tree built entirely of handmade paper! – and make your own miniature tree to take home. Come explore your own connection with trees and plants by enjoying this remarkable sculpture and enjoying a hands-on art-making experience in the gallery. *This is a drop-in activity. All materials are provided
FEBRUARY VACATION EVENTS
Saturday, February 15
Mixology
LOCATION: Cape Museum of Natural History, Brewster, 10:30am-2:25pm
All February School Vacation events are Included with Museum Admission.
Saturday, February 15, Sunday, February 16 & Monday, February 17. Join Colette LeGendre and get messy with science! Explosions of experiments, hands-on activities, and demonstrations that encourage kids to ask questions that pique their interest by investigating the mysteries of chemistry. Please call for reservations: 508-896-3867, ext. 133; Walk-ins welcome if space is available.
Monday, February 17
Science Rocks!
LOCATION: Cape Museum of Natural History, Brewster
Monday, February 17 through Friday, February 21 ~ During Open Hours. Our Science Rocks! room offers dozens of hands-on STEM activities and fun ways to explore, build, tinker, and discover how science shapes our world. Our interactive stations are great for ages 4 and up. Register for a 30-minute time slot at www.ccmnh.org and then RIDE INTO SCIENCE via our Kingfisher Tree & Bullet Train to experience our Science Rocks! Room. *Walk-Ins based on availability
Art & Engineering Workshop
LOCATION: Cape Museum of Natural History, Brewster, 10am-2:30pm
Come imagine, design, build & create! Stations include camouflage, loose parts, gliders, mosaics, & more! This is a drop-in event. Appropriate for ages 4 and up. “The walls between Art & Engineering exist only in our minds.”
Tuesday, February 18
Brewster Chamber of Commerce ECO EXPO
LOCATION: Cape Museum of Natural History, Brewster, 10am-2pm
what you can do to help. Enjoy a hands-on Up-Cycle Craft Table for kids. Sponsored by the Brewster Chamber of Commerce.
The Amazing Richard & Company
LOCATION: Cotuit Center for the Arts, 2PM
Prepare to be dazzled by inventive and mind-boggling illusions! The Amazing Richard takes to the Main Stage with a show full of magic, mystery, and excitement for audiences aged 3 to 103. Come and experience the wonder of this master illusionist live at Cotuit Center for the Arts.
Stuffy Sleepover Goes Glamping
LOCATION: Sturgis Library, Barnstable, 3:30-4:30PM drop off; 10A-2P pick up
Stuffies of all ages are invited to explore their ‘wild’ side and experience life as a happy camper during February School Vacation Week as they join Barnstable Land Trust and friends to explore the great outdoors (and indoors!) as they snuggle in sleeping bags, gather round the campfire, go for mini- hikes, and more. Info: https://blt.org/events
Wednesday, February 19
The Inflatable Humpback Whale
LOCATION: Cape Museum of Natural History, Brewster, 10:45am-1:45pm
Learn all about the magnificent 44-foot Humpback Whale, their behavior, and habits from the inside out! Our CCMNH naturalist, Mike Harnett, will present a 20-minute program and participants will have an opportunity to see this amazing whale. An extraordinary journey! Due to the educational level and content, this exhibit is restricted to ages 5 and up. Space is limited to 20 per time slot. Registration required please call 508-896-3867 x 133.
Winter Wine Tasting with Steve Bodell
LOCATION: West Falmouth Library, 6pm
Sommelier Steve Bodell returns to the Library with a winter wine tasting, featuring Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio, and Pinot Blanc. These three wines are closely related. Learn more about their grapes and some of the different styles depending on where they are grown, Wednesday, February 19th at 6pm. $45 per person. Register at westfalmouthlibrary.org/events/winter-wines/.
Amazing Animal Ambassadors
LOCATION: Cotuit Center for the Arts, 2PM
Get ready for an interactive, hour-long adventure featuring a variety of unique animals from around the globe. Parrots, exotic mammals, large reptiles, and even insects take center stage in this hands-on program. Learn fascinating facts about creatures from Africa, South America, Australia, and beyond, brought to you by experienced presenters for a safe and unforgettable experience. You’ll learn, laugh, and leave with a newfound appreciation for the animal kingdom.
Thursday, February 20
The Incredible Inflatable Walk-Through Gray Whale
LOCATION: Cape Museum of Natural History, Brewster, 10am-2:30pm
Walk through the amazing Gray Whale and find out why Gray Whales, once extinct in the Atlantic, have reappeared. An extraordinary journey! No reservations required.
Mad Science: Marvels of Motion
LOCATION: Cotuit Center for the Arts, 2PM
Dive into the wonders of physics with Mad Science’s interactive show, Marvels of Motion! Witness dazzling demonstrations of forces in action, from spinning gyroscopes to gravity-defying tricks. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this show will have you seeing science in a whole new way.
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Sunday, February 16
Polar Seltzer Plunge fundraiser
LOCATION: Craigville Beach, Barnstable, 11am
Raising funds to support individuals with cognitive, intellectual, developmental and/or physical disabilities in enjoying the sport of ice hockey. Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-inaugural-polar-seltzer-plunge-tickets-1215655732019
Winter Film Series
LOCATION: Salt Pond Visitors Center, Eastham
February 16 - Close Encounters of the Third Kind
February 23 - Into the Wild
Movies are free to attend; and there's plenty of free parking, too.
Thursday, February 20
76 Days Adrift
LOCATION: Cotuit Center for the Arts, 7PM
In 76 Days Adrift, Callahan recounts the fateful night of February 4, 1982, when a catastrophic collision with a whale left his boat sinking in the dead of night. With only moments to react, he launched himself into the Atlantic in a life raft, armed with a rudimentary emergency kit. What followed was an astonishing 76-day fight for survival as he drifted helplessly across the vast ocean, confronting his deepest fears, resourcefulness, and the relentless power of nature. Tickets online at https://cotuit.org/explore/76-days-adrift or by calling the Cotuit Center for the Arts Box Office at 508-428-0669.
Sunday, February 23
Winter Film Series
LOCATION: Salt Pond Visitors Center, Eastham
February 23 - Into the Wild
Movies are free to attend; and there's plenty of free parking, too.
Thursday, February 27
Grief 101
LOCATION: Osterville Village Library, 2pm
Grief is a natural response to loss. Yet many bereaved people report feeling misunderstood and abandoned by their friends and communities due to a lack of education about the needs of the grieving. For more information or to register for this event, please contact Amy Wolfe at awolfe@clamsnet.org or by calling the OVL directly at (508)428-5757