MONTHLY EVENTS
Friday, February 6
Planning Funeral Services and how to Discuss Options with Loved Ones” Difficult Discussions Series
Osterville Public Library, 2-3pm
Planning end of life services with your loved ones can be a very difficult discussion to have. With that in mind, Bill Chapman of Chapman Funeral Home and Cremation, talks about the available options and discusses ways we can approach the topic with our loved ones in a compassionate way.
Saturday, February 7
Take Your Child to the Library Day
West Falmouth Library, 10am-1pm
Stop in to meet our lovely librarians and enjoy our new children’s space! We’ll have take and make crafts, an origami station in our Teen area and a prize for our young patrons (ages 5+) who sign up for their very first library card!
The First Farmers, Wampanoag Culture and Traditional Gardening
Highfield Hall & Gardens, 10-11am
Mashpee Wampanoag Culture Keeper, Kitty Hendricks-Miller, will discuss the historic and current gardening practices of the Wampanoag people. With images of planting methods and hands-on materials, Ms. Hendricks-Miller will talk about the “three sisters” planting techniques, sustainable land management, and the social and cultural significance of the Traditional Environmental Knowledge. This a free event, but pre-registration is required. Register online today or call us at 508-495-1878, ext. 2
Painting with Tea
West Falmouth Library, 10:30am
Join Becky for this unique and free activity, inspired by the artwork of Charlie Mackesy in his book The Boy, The Mole, The Fox, and The Horse. Best for ages 7+. Registration required at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/BzL596DNe28gj62-hJ7XeA
Sailor’s Valentine Talk & Art Activity for Children
Falmouth Museums on the Green, 10:30am
Perfect for curious minds and creative hands, this program offers a fun blend of history, storytelling, and art. Free for Museums on the Green Members / $10 non-members per-child. All materials included. Please pre-register children (adults do not need to register).
The Amazing World of Water
Osterville Public Library, 11am-12pm
Learn all about the science behind water and how it changes into different forms in this fun children’s program! or more information or to register for this program, please contact Amy Wolfe at
Mapping Desire: What Do I Want? Where Am I Going?
50 Pearl St., Hyannis 11AM-12:30PM
Discover or rediscover your desire story and use it to grow more love, intimacy and friendship. The workshop will involve reflection questions, writing, optional sharing, movement and art making.
The Revolution on Cape Cod and the Islands: The Issues, Events, and People
Osterville Village Library, 1pm
Join author David Martin as he highlights his book “The Revolution on Cape Cod: The Issues, the Events, and the People”. He will be discussing facts and narratives about the often little-known histories of the Revolution on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket, from the period of 1761 (end of the French and Indian Wars) to 1783 (the Treaty of Paris). For more information or to register for this event, please contact Amy Wolfe at
Sunday, February 8
Fabric & Fiber Sale
Woods Hole Public Library, 10am
The sale was started in honor of Fabric Corner, Falmouth’s former fabric store which used to have an annual sale on the same day as Super Bowl Sunday to give family members who just might not be thrilled about the football game an alternative enticing event. This sale is a major source of fundraising for the Library’s operating budget. All materials for the sale are donated from community members, and the Library welcomes donations of fabric, yarn, and more.
Tuesday, February 10
Cozy Crafts & Cocoa
W. Falmouth Library, 2pm
his is a free activity. All materials will be provided. This is best suited for school age children that are comfortable using scissors independently. Adults are welcome too! Register: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/Q9KMI_0zY-KBtfgUaHtyRg
Wednesday, February 11
Fighting on Two Fronts: Racism on Cape Cod During WWII
Falmouth Community Media Center, 5:30pm
FCTV Hosts Black History Month Program Examining Racism on Cape Cod During World War II. The presentation will take place Wednesday, February 11, at 5:30 p.m. in Studio A at FCTV. The program will be led by Joe Yukna, founder of the Cape Cod Military Museum, and Barbara Burgo, co-founder and curator of the Cape Cod Cape Verdean Museum. Together, they will examine how racial discrimination shaped the wartime experience of service members of color on Cape Cod, drawing on historical records, images, and local context. Studio seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are required. Seats may be reserved at www.fctv.org/ww2. For more information, please contact
Thursday, February 12
Come in from the Cold
Cultural Center of Cape Cod, Yarmouth, 3-4:30PM
At this event, attendees can nosh and chat with others about Grant’s many desire prompts or simply hang out and enjoy the warmth and possibility. There will be snacks, a lively question-and-answer period and the joy of sharing and being together.
History on Tap: Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage
Cape Cod Maritime Museum, 5-6:30pm
Since 2017, this fearless team of swimmers, ages 65 to 85, has been cleaning ponds across Cape Cod—from Falmouth to Chatham. Moving through the shallows and diving for beer cans, golf balls, fishing lures, waterlogged dog toys, jackets, shoes, and occasionally a tire, cell phone, or even a box of spent fireworks, they leave no trash behind. Admission: $10 per person / $5 for members
Friday, February, 13
Valentine's Day Couples Glass Experience
Sandwich Glass Museum, 3:30-7:30pm
This Valentine's Day, come to the Sandwich Glass Museum for your own personalized "Glass Experience". Whether you are renewing your vows or just looking for a fun way to celebrate with your special someone, join us for this unique experience of a lifetime! Play with fire, then unwind with Prosecco and chocolates - what an amazing way to celebrate this special day! The $300 covers two participants; friends and family are welcome to spectate, but only two people will be able to actually enter the hot shop and work with glass. https://eventvesta.com/events/129755/t/tickets
Saturday, February 14
Chocolate Fest Chocolate Baking Contest
Osterville Village Library, 10am-3pm
Drop off small entries, enough for 3 judges only please, at OVL on February 14th between 10am and 11:45am. Prizes awarded! While samples won’t be served after judging, due to TOB Board of Health, everyone can enjoy pre-packaged treats. Everyone will receive a free entry to win a chocolate gift basket!
Valentine's Day Dog Parade
Osterville Village Library, 11am-12pm
Meet on the Calvin C. Gould Library Green, followed by a Parade through the village and return for prizes & treats. Parade starts promptly at 11am! Weather Permitting
Desire in this Place: Drawing on the Power of the Cape Cod Landscape to Build Strength, Resilience and Connection.
50 Pearl St., Hyannis 11AM-12:30PM
This workshop involves gathering treasures from the landscape, reflection questions and writing with optional sharing and art making.
Amazing Animal Ambassadors
Cape Museum of Natural History, 11:30am
See some of nature’s most colorful characters, like Milo the Fennec Fox and Boomerang the Kookaburra, in an incredible showcase of the natural world Age appropriate for 4 years and up. Tickets online: $18 per person. Space Limited. Does not include Museum Admission. www.ccmnh.org
Winter Walks
Cape Museum of Natural History, 12pm
And Feb. 15, 1pm. Journey through salt marsh, barrier beach, tidal flats, and upland forest habitats with a CCMNH naturalist. FREE with admission www.ccmnh.org
Chocolate Makers from the Aztec to present day
Osterville Village Library, 12:30-1:30pm
With Anthony Sammarco. For more information or to register for this event, please contact Amy Wolfe at
Sunday, February 15
Exploring the Benefits of Sound Healing
Osterville Village Library, 1-2pm
Learn the benefits of sound healing therapies with Kristine, a Certified Sound Healing Practitioner. Sound healing is one of many energy healing modalities used to promote deep relaxation bringing the body into harmony. The demonstration will include crystal bowls, brass bowls, tuning forks, drum, gong and our own voices to shift and uplift our energetic frequency.For more information or to register for this event, please contact Amy Wolfe at
Monday, February 16
Reptiles Rock!
Cape Museum of Natural History, 11:30am
There’ll be bugs, frogs, snakes, lizards and more brought by the experts at Rainforest Reptiles. *Age appropriate for 4 years and up. Tickets online: $20 per person. Does not include Museum Admission. www.ccmnh.org
Tuesday, February 17
The February Vacation Science Stroll
Cape Museum of Natural History, 10:30am – 2pm
ake a journey across land, sea and air with Museum volunteers in our auditorium. Budding explorers will get to peer through microscopes, conduct their own experiments and build their own craft projects to take home! FREE with Museum admission. www.ccmnh.org
Wednesday, February 18
Inflatable Whale
Cape Museum of Natural History, from 10:45am
CCMNH Naturalist Mike Harnett will take visitors on a twenty-minute journey inside one of the world’s largest animals, where explorers can learn all about the species’ lives and habits. Age restricted to ages 5 and up. FREE with Museum admission. Reservations recommended, call at 508-896-3867, ext. 133. www.ccmnh.org
Thursday, February 19
The Incredible Walk-Through Gray Whale Experience
Cape Museum of Natural History, from 10:30am
Step inside one of these giants of the deep in a massive reconstruction. FREE with Museum admission. www.ccmnh.org
Saturday, February 21
All Our Kin: Build Your Love & Friendship Maps.
50 Pearl St., Hyannis 11AM-12:30PM
Our beloveds are the key to our health and vitality—who are they? How are we building with and cherishing our friends, colleagues, lovers, ex-lovers, partners, extended family, para-social and online relationships? This workshop involves reflection questions and writing, along with optional sharing, movement and map-making.
Sunday, February 22
Gardening For Life Speaker Series
Cape Museum of Natural History, 1pm
Join our host Janice Donavan, manager of the historic Shirley G Cross Wildflower Garden, for entertaining, informative hour-long presentations and get the opportunity to question leading experts about issues affecting your gardens. RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED
February 22 – Invasive Insects with Russell Norton
March 1 – How to Attract Birds to your Yard with Fran Raleigh
March 8 – Wake Up Your Garden for Spring with Jana Milbocker
March 22 – The Secret World of Fireflies with Blake Dinius
Tickets: Members $18/Non-Members $20. Available online at www.ccmnh.org
Saturday, February 28
Grit & Growth: The Making of Depot Ave
Falmouth Museums on the Green, Hallett Barn Visitor’s Center, 10:45am
Join us as we delve into Falmouth’s industrial past, exploring local enterprises such as Falmouth Coal, the Lawrence Grain Mill, and the Swift meat market. We’ll also uncover remnants of the hidden road to Tanglewood and discuss the dramatic Beebe Woods fire of 1947. Please register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/historical-walking-tour-grit-growth-the-making-of-depot-ave-tickets-1977403201205?aff=oddtdtcreator, space is limited. Free event; donations welcomed!
The Joy of Repair: Building Skills to Make Amends and Heal our Hurts and the Harms We’ve Caused
50 Pearl St., Hyannis 11AM-12:30PM
Repair and amends-making is the least-appreciated tool in our life-affirming, joy-making toolbox. The workshop includes teaching on repair, reflection questions and writing with optional sharing, movement and amends mapping.