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# CARE for the Cape and Islands

A Destination Travelers' Philanthropy Initiative

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- [World Tourism Forum Produces Charter](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2026/01/14/world-tourism-forum-produces-charter/) - A GUIDING FRAMEWORK FOR TOURISM DESTINATIONS The Cape Cod Sustainable Transformation Charter was co-created November 4-6, 2025 at the 2025 World Tourism Forum, hosted by the Center for Responsible Travel and CARE for the Cape & Islands on Cape Cod, MA. The document was further drafted and refined in the months that followed. How Can
- [2025 Stewardship Award](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2025/11/25/2025-stewardship-award/) - Presented November 5, to Stephanie King, Seaside Botanical Art during the 2025 CREST World Tourism Forum in Dennisport. In addition to using nature to create beautiful art pieces she is dedicated to preserving and protecting our fragile environment. She regularly cleans beaches and uses her work to educate and create behavior change.The award was presented
- [2024 Stewardship Awards](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2025/04/19/2024-stewardship-awards/) - Patti Lloyd, retired, longtime VP of Sales for the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce (left) was presented CARE's Jill Talladay (right) Legacy award. Patti was honored for her tireless support commitment to all things Cape Cod. CARE's Annual Stewardship Award was presented to Hilda Maingay and Earle Barnhart
- [Cliodna (Clean-nah) Repurposed Art Sculpture](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2024/08/18/cliodna-klee-nah-the-herring-gull-marine-debris-sculpture/) - This sculpture was commissioned by CARE for the Cape & Islands in partnership with the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce to promote sustainable tourism and raise awareness about plastic pollution issues. It was made possible by funding and in-kind support of many that include NOAA/Sea Grant, Open Water, Eversource, Beacon Marine, Steamship Authority and Mass Cultural
- [2022 Stewardship Awards](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/11/15/2022-stewardship-awards/) - The 2022 Stewardship Award was presented to Hyannis photographer, Sarah Thornington in recognition of her work "A Year of Plastic" focused on the plastic pollution issue. Several years ago Sarah committed to doing a daily beach cleanup for a year that she began to document. She shared what she collected via social media and turned
- [Bite-size marine debris](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2024/05/15/bite-size-marine-debris/) - The marine debris artist Cindy Pease Roe, d/b/a UpSculpt, was commissioned by the Cape Cod National Seashore to construct a life-size sculpture of a white shark from debris items collected by the Center for Coastal Studies on beach cleanups conducted in the Seashore. The major installation was installed at Herring Cove Beach in Provincetown, MA,
- ["Drink Wash Repeat" Reusable Cup Pilot at Mashpee Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2024/09/21/drink-wash-repeat-reusable-cup-mashpee-farmers-market/) - Started in May of 2024, the Mashpee Market, Mashpee Chamber of Commerce, Naukabout Brewery, and Lemonadio hosted its first farmers/makers market to attract both visitors and locals to Mashpee to purchase goods, enjoy entertainment, and learn about environmental sustainability through various programs. Mashpee Market’s goal is to create a sustainable and environmentally responsible event that
- [Water Refill Station -moved to PBCB from Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2024/09/05/water-bottle-filling-station-monomoy-national-wildlife-refuge/) - Originally awarded to and installed at The Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, located in the town of Chatham MA. The 40 acre parcel located on Morris Island hosted over 40 thousand visitors annually. Installed during the COVID pandemic the refill station sat idle for some time. After the Refuge was seriously damaged by storms as a
- [JFK Hyannis Legacy Trail](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2024/08/21/jfk-hyannis-legacy-trail/) - John F Kennedy and the Kennedy family played a significant role in shaping the history of Barnstable, Cape Cod, and our nation. To honor the Kennedy legacy, in 2012 the Town of Barnstable created the Kennedy Legacy Trail, comprised of 10 signs located at significant sites all within walking distance of each other. In late
- [No Refuge: Cape Cod's Coastal Crisis](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2024/04/30/no-refuge-cape-cods-coastal-crisis/) - Cape Cod has an erosion problem.The Atlantic Ocean is ravenously gnawing at the shoreline bluff of Morris Island in Chatham, Massachusetts, home to the headquarters of Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge. On the Cape’s southernmost point, erosion has taken between 30 and 45 feet of land every year for the past few years. As the bluff’s
- [AutoCamp Cape Cod Chooses CARE as Official Nonprofit Partner](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2024/03/26/autocamp-cape-cod-chooses-care-as-official-nonprofit-partner/) - AutoCamp Cape Cod Chooses CARE as Official Nonprofit Partner We are thrilled to have been selected as AutoCamp Cape Cod’s official non-profit community partner and the recipient of their $1 per night program. Located in the heart of Falmouth, AutoCamp is where boutique hotel meets nature escape. AutoCamp Cape Cod sits on 14 expansive acres, right along
- [Cooking with CARE-Love Farms](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/12/27/cooking-with-care-love-farms/) - Exciting things cooking and growing at Love Farms! Dylan Leary has been farming at his property off of Route 28 in West Dennis for the past two years. Produce and local eggs may be found at the farmers market in Orleans throughout the year as well as in Harwich in season. Plans are moving forward
- [Introducing Adam Gracia, Deputy Director](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/07/22/introducing-adam-gracia-deputy-director/) - Facebook [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_pattern_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.2)” background_mask_color=”#ffffff” text_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_vertical_length=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_blur_strength=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” link_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_vertical_length=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_blur_strength=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_vertical_length=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_blur_strength=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_vertical_length=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_blur_strength=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”quote_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_vertical_length=”quote_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_blur_strength=”quote_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”header_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px”
- [CARE Selected by Chatham Bars Inn for Holiday Donation](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/12/01/care-selected-by-chatham-bars-inn-for-holiday-donation/) - Chatham Bars Inn recently presented a check for $5,000 to CARE. This generous charitable gesture exemplifies the shared dedication of both organizations to uphold and preserve the sustainability of the Cape Cod community. We extend our sincere gratitude. (Photo Left to Right: Gary Thulander, Chatham Bars Inn Managing Director; Jim Miller, CARE Board of Director/Take Care
- [2023 Stewardship Awards](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/11/16/2023-stewardship-awards/) - Anne Scott-Putney, President and CEO (right) and Judith Holt, Trustee (Left) accepted the 2023 Award presented to Heritage Museums and Gardens for their overall commitment to sustainability and significant efforts to achieve net zero emissions. Their commitment is to achieving a carbon neutral future by 2040 and they are well on their way to this goal. Carbon neutrality, or net-zero
- [Cooking With CARE: Interview at Spoon and Seed](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/12/19/cooking-with-care-interview-at-spoon-and-seed/) - Board member, Jim Miller had a chat with Matthew Tropeano, Chef/Owner of Spoon and Seed located in Hyannis. Purchasing fresh local ingredients and designing his menu around them has contributed to Matthew's success. He realized early on that he needed to consider the Cape's seasonality in his business plan. Serving breakfast and lunch, he benefits
- [Cooking with CARE: Cape Cod Food Stories](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/12/08/cooking-with-care-cape-cod-food-stories/) - Jim Miller, CARE Board member, recently sat down for a "Cooking With CARE" chat with Kelly O'Connell from Lighthouse Keeper's Pantry located in Yarmouth Port. Check out the video here. Cape Cod inspired many of her recipes using local ingredients such as cranberries, beach plumbs and local honey. This program highlighting local food stories was supported through a
- [Take Care 2023 Summit-Recap](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/11/20/2023-summit-recap/) - Thank you to Lower Cape TV for providing a short video with an overview of the recent summit held at The 204 Cultural Arts Building in Harwich. If you missed some or all of the summit please click the links below. Video presentations: Introduction and overview including Stephanie Murphy/WHOI Sea Grant, Kristine Copley/FPRAC, Kari Parcell/Barnstable
- [The Rising Tide of Plastic Pollution: Sustainable Business Solutions](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/11/05/the-rising-tide-of-plastic-pollution-sustainable-business-solutions-2/)
- [Heritage Museums and Gardens Water Refill Station](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/10/04/heritage-museums-and-gardens-water-refill-station/) - In keeping with their commitment to sustainability, a new water refill station was recently installed at Heritage Museums and Gardens in Sandwich near the Special Exhibitions Gallery. It was funded in part through a 2022 CARE grant.
- [New Permeable Reactive Barrier Wayfinding Sign Installed at Salt Pond Visitor Center](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/10/04/new-permeable-reactive-barrier-wayfinding-sign-installed-at-salt-pond-visitor-center/) - The Cape Cod National Seashore recently installed a new wayfinding sign at the CCNS Salt Pond Visitor Center. Funding for the signage was provided through a grant from CARE in partnership with EPRTA (Eastham Part-time Resident Taxpayers Association). This new informational signage highlights a new solution that was put into place in order to help
- [Preserving History: Yarmouth New Church Historic Sign and Self-Guided Tour Panels](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/08/23/preserving-history-yarmouth-new-church-historic-sign-and-self-guided-tour-panels/) - Over the past few years, a set of Self-Guided Tour Panels have been developed by a team of Yarmouth New Church Board members and local historians. It was a dream and vision of the Board to finalize the design of the panels and display them throughout the interior of the building for public viewing. Each year, hundreds of
- [CARE Announces new Treasurer](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/06/22/care-announces-new-treasurer/) - We are pleased to share that Kim Marchand recently joined the CARE Board of Directors as our treasurer. She is the CEO of MarchandCFO, a professional service firm that specializes in outsourced and interim Chief Financial Officer services, advisory, monthly bookkeeping, business coaching and launch support for small businesses, start-ups and nonprofits. As a seasoned
- [CARE and WHOI Sea Grant Funded to Reduce Single-Use Plastic](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/04/24/care-and-whoi-sea-grant-funded-to-reduce-single-use-plastic/) - Cape Cod Coalition to Aid Tourism Business Shift to Sustainable Serviceware CARE for the Cape & Islands and WHOI Sea Grant have been awarded a $299,999 grant to address the problem of single-use plastics used in tourism-based food and hospitality businesses on Cape Cod that contribute to marine debris. The grant is part of the
- [CARE Seeks Deputy Director](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/03/29/care-seeks-deputy-director/) - After ten years of growth and impact, CARE is preparing for the next decade by adding to its leadership team. The Deputy Director will work closely with the Executive Director assisting with programming– including leading new initiatives – and will spend about 50% of their time overseeing operations, including finance, human resources and IT. The
- [Water Bottle Filling Station - Cape Cod Museum of Natural History](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/06/05/water-bottle-filling-station-cape-cod-museum-of-natural-history/) - This grant has funded the installation of an Elkay Next Generation Wall Mount Water Bottle Refilling Station The water bottle fill station enhances sustainability by minimizing dependency on disposable plastic bottles. It is a complete ADA compliant cooler and bottle filling station. To further encourage the reduction of single use plastic, the Museum gift shop
- [Outdoor Play Oasis Story Sign](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/02/28/outdoor-play-oasis-story-sign/) - On October 15th Cape Cod Toy Library, Inc. celebrated the “Outdoor Play Oasis” Grand Opening event for which its “Story Sign”, supported by CARE for Cape & Islands was and is prominently located as people enter the outdoor play space.The ribbon cutting was attended by 100+ volunteers and community members including Lynne Poyant, Barnstable Communications
- [Mayflower Compact Exhibit - Pilgrim Heights, CC National Seashore](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/06/05/multiple-dimensions-of-the-1620-mayflower-landing-cape-cod-national-seashore/) - This project supports public understanding of the multiple dimensions of the Mayflower landing in 1620 through an outdoor exhibit at Pilgrim Heights, Truro. The exhibit features the voyage of the Mayflower in November of 1620, the "discovery" expeditions the Pilgrims made while here, and interactions with the First People. The exhibit helps to facilitate public
- [Giving Voice: The Naming Trail - African American Heritage Trail of Martha's Vineyard](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/06/04/giving-voice-the-naming-trail-african-american-heritage-grail-of-marthas-vineyard/) - Using archival research to identify the names given to people enslaved on Martha's Vineyard and students/community members as research assistants, artists and writers a memorial trail will be created. A rock will be used to identify each person, and as the original African names are not known, we will incorporate rocks bearing cultural symbols from
- [Codfish Park Walking Tour](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2023/02/17/codfish-park-walking-tour/) - Nantucket Preservation Trust created a walking tour and accompanying attractive take-home brochure highlighting Codfish Park, a neighborhood located in Nantucket’s easternmost village of ’Sconset. Codfish Park has historically been home to a diversity of residents of African American, Cape Verdean, and Irish descent. These families worked for wealthier residents “above the bank” in ’Sconset. These
- [Gustare Oils & Vinegars to Support CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/09/29/gustare-oils-vinegars-to-support-care/) - Gustare proudly supports a range of nonprofits and local organizations focused on improving the quality of life for Cape Cod residents and enhancing human services available to the less fortunate. CARE is pleased that it was recently added as one of them. A special Oil &Vinegar Pairing of Persian Lime EV Olive Oil & Cape
- [Driving Change on the Cape & Islands: Summit Takeaways](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/11/15/driving-change-on-the-cape-islands-there-is-no-away-for-roadside-trash-takeaways/) - There is no ‘Away’ for Roadside Trash! What Can Individuals and Organizations Do about the Litter Problem? Whether or not you attended the recent Summit on Litter held in Sandwich November 3rd, if you’re concerned about litter, here are some ideas that you may want to think about implementing. Partner with MassDOT Recognize that the
- [Waste Stations Revisited-5 Years Later](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/10/11/waste-stations-revisited-5-years-later/) - In 2017 CARE gave a grant to fund waste stations at Martha’s Vineyard’s annual Agricultural Fair. Five years later, CARE checked back in with the waste stations to see how they’ve continued to serve all of the Ag Fair’s visitors. The idea for the waste stations came from Island Grown Initiative, a nonprofit founded in
- [Take Out with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/07/06/take-out-with-care/) - By Sarah Engelman: In July 2022, as part of the 10-year anniversary celebration, CARE will be highlighting ways for individuals and food-related businesses to reduce waste and single use plastic through a campaign we’ve titled “Take Out with CARE”. This is especially timely during the summer when we spend time at the beach and at
- [Shop with CARE!](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/07/30/shop-with-care/) - By Sarah Engelman: CARE’s 10th Anniversary celebration continues in August with a new campaign titled “Shop with CARE”! For Shop with CARE, businesses pledge to donate 10% or more of their proceeds during certain days of August to CARE. In exchange CARE will promote the business through advertising and social media. By partnering with local
- [Kate Gould Park Water Bottle Filling Station](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/08/05/kate-gould-park-water-bottle-filling-station/) - A water bottle filling station was installed at the Kate Gould Park, located on Main Street in Chatham. The park is frequented by visitors and residents who take in band concerts and the annual "Art in the Park" event.
- [Cape & Islands Tea: local and sustainable](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/07/31/cape-islands-tea-local-and-sustainable/) - by Sarah Engelman In late 2020, Peggy Boskey, along with her husband and son, founded Cape & Islands Tea. A local small business that believes in sustainable practices, Cape & Islands Tea is an important partner of CARE for August’s Shop with CARE campaign. The Boskeys had always been non-traditional beverage drinkers and when they
- [A chat with Amanda Converse by Sarah Engelman](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/07/31/a-chat-with-amanda-converse-by-sarah-engelman/) - I recently had the opportunity to speak with Amanda Converse, the CEO of Love Live Local, which is an organization dedicated to promoting shopping at local businesses. Although she now works in business, originally Amanda’s Cape Cod home inspired her love for the environment and her interest in advocacy. Born and raised in Falmouth, she
- [CARE Welcomes New Communications Intern](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/06/27/5402/) - Sarah Engelman, a rising senior at Dartmouth College, joins CARE’s team as a Communications Intern. She is originally from Philadelphia, but has spent every summer on Martha’s Vineyard with her family. Sarah has many fond memories of going to the 4th of July parade, Illumination Night, and the Agricultural Fair every year. “Martha’s Vineyard is
- [Internships Available with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/03/18/internships-available-with-care/) - CARE is now accepting applications for a Communications and Development interns. Applicants for the Internship should submit a cover letter, resume, two references (name, position, and contact information-telephone number and email address), and required writing sample by Friday, April 15 to be considered for this summer. Fall internship applications are also being accepted. CARE is
- [Yarmouth New Church Renamed Thacher Hall](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/06/27/yarmouth-new-church-renamed-thacher-hall/) - Story by Sarah Engelman, Intern Image: Vicki Krukowski (L) and Mary-Ann Agresti (R) This past weekend on June 26th, the Yarmouth New Church was officially renamed Thacher Hall in a special celebration. A staple of Yarmouth Port Common since 1870, Thacher Hall remains a thriving cultural center for the local community. I recently spoke with
- [Foran Realty Welcomed as new Stewardship Partner](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2022/02/14/foran-realty-welcomed-as-new-stewardship-partner/) - We are pleased to welcome Patrick Foran, Foran Realty as a new Stewardship Partner. Foran Realty is a locally owned Real Estate Boutique with offices in Dennis and North Eastham. They offer residential and commercial sales, vacation rental management services and property management services throughout Cape Cod. Foran Realty has implemented a $2.00 donation with
- [Holiday Auction Packages](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/12/20/holiday-auction-packages/) - We are grateful to the generous support of many local businesses that helped to create amazing vacation packages for a holiday auction. They are currently up for bid via CharityBuzz. Follow the links below for full details: Enjoy five nights at ShoreWay Acres Inn, Falmouth! There are lots of additions including a choice of add
- [2021 Stewardship Awards](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/11/20/2021-stewardship-awards/) - The 2021 CARE Business/Organization Stewardship Award was presented to Stephanie Murphy, Woods Hole Sea Grant Communications Specialist, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute. Stephanie was recognized for spearheading a program that resulted in a significant reduction of plastic in the waste stream due to a successful boat shrink-wrap program. Working in collaboration with a number of municipalities,
- [Cape Cod CAN's Natural Wonders of Cape Cod Mural](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/03/10/cape-cod-cans-natural-wonders-of-cape-cod-mural/) - This project is a series of mosaics depicting “Natural Wonders of Cape Cod.” Scenes depict cherished locations such as Cape Cod Bay and the Herring River and wildlife, highlighted to encourage preservation and raise awareness of the need for their safeguarding. The mosaic was prepared by CapeCodCAN! participants during its Spring Art is for Everyone
- [Waquoit Bay Reserve partners with the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/03/27/2015-waquoit-bay-reserve-partners-with-the-mashpee-wampanoag-tribe/) - For this project, the Waquoit Bay Reserve partnered with the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, a federally recognized tribe with ancestral homelands located both within and adjacent to the Reserve. The project improved and enhanced an existing outdoor wetu exhibit at the Reserve and offers a professional development workshop on Native life-ways and estuaries that highlights the
- [Help Your Business Stand Out for its Commitment to Protecting the Cape and the Islands](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/09/06/help-your-business-stand-out-for-its-commitment-to-protecting-the-cape-and-the-islands/) - Help Your Business Stand Out for its Commitment to Protecting the Cape and the Islands So, your local business has improved its sustainability practices. You understand that it is important to reduce your business’s environmental impact. If this describes some of your business values, we applaud you! But there is one more way you can
- [Meet Pam Banas, Chatham Drama Guild President](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/09/09/meet-pam-banas-chatham-drama-guild-president/) - Pam Banas is serving her second term as president on the board of the Chatham Drama Guild. The guild is operated by a committed group of volunteers, many of whom serve on the board that has developed into a close-knit family. From acting, staging, ticket sales, bartending everyone pitches in. Growing up in a theater
- [Sunday Journal Interview-Aired August 29](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/08/28/sunday-journal-interview-aired-august-29/) - Jill Talladay was interviewed by Brendan Fitzpatrick from Cape Cod Broadcasting about the upcoming CARE Day. She shared some of the history and purpose of the annual event as well as some details on what volunteers can expect. CARE Day will be held Thursday, October 21, at Chatham Drama Guild, an all volunteer theater. Anyone
- [Seeking Stewardship Nominations for 2021](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/08/25/seeking-stewardship-nominations-for-2021/) - (2019 recipients, Cape Abilities "Green Team" above) CARE Seeks Nominations for Annual Stewardship Awards: CARE for the Cape and Islands seeks nominations from the community for the Business/Organization Stewardship Award and Youth Stewardship Award. Awards will be presented during the CARE Summit to be held November 4. To be considered the applicants must have shown a commitment to caring
- [2020 Stewardship Award](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/06/24/2020-stewardship-award/) - Jessica Georges of Brewster grew up in Buffalo, NY. She started her business, Green Road Refill in 2018 to encourage reuse and to eliminate single use plastic. Green Road Refill is a mobile retail store offers earth conscious products with the focus on reducing cape Cod's plastic footprint. We refill over 40 plant based soaps,
- [A Chat with Roby Whitehouse](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/08/19/a-chat-with-roby-whitehouse/) - Roby Whitehouse is a driven, passionate, native Cape Codder who wants to leave the world a better place for others, especially for her grandchild. She has worked for the town of Yarmouth for 23 years, beginning her career in finance and accounting. Her years as an administrator for the cemetery, grounds, and highway departments encompassed
- [Cape Conversations filmed at Little Pond Oyster Grant](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2014/08/27/cape-conversations-filmed-at-little-pond-oyster-grant/) - https://youtu.be/Q_OPJLdKi-8
- [Cape Air Bird's Eye View Feature](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/09/20/cape-air-birds-eye-view-feature/) - Thank you to Cape Air for featuring a story about Susan Baur's new "Guide to the Best Ponds on Cape Cod and How to Preserve Them". We continue to be grateful to Susan for her support through a portion of the proceeds to CARE, for her knowledge and love of ponds. Follow this link to
- [A chat with Katy Acheson](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/08/07/a-chat-with-katy-acheson/) - We had a chance to chat with Katy Acheson, Executive Director for the Mashpee Chamber of Commerce recently to learn how she, her members and her town are making a difference through sustainability initiatives. Katy has been with the chamber since 2014 when she was hired as Executive Assistant. When longtime chamber director, Mary Lou
- [Clean Cape Summit 2019](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/06/25/clean-cape-summit-2-2019/) - https://youtu.be/2H7rjAq060U
- [AWSC Shark Center Provincetown](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/08/05/awsc-shark-center-provincetown/) - AWSC’s second Shark Center is located on the historic MacMillan Wharf in Provincetown. The new Shark Center offers visitors an in-depth look at great white sharks through interactive exhibits, videos and displays, as well as provide insight into groundbreaking local research! CARE has funded the installation of a water bottle filling station at the new
- [2017 Stewardship Award](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/03/19/2017-stewardship-award/) - The 2017 Stewardship Award was presented to Mary Bunker Ryther, Compost With Me at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod during CARE’s 5th Year Anniversary Celebration.
- [2018 Stewardship Award](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/03/19/2018-stewardship-award/) - The 2018 Stewardship Award was presented to Mike Morrison, RideAway Kayak. Find out more about Mike and his business in the video provided by Cape Media News. The 1st Youth Stewardship Award was presented to Lucy Swain at Cape Cod Museum of Natural History as part of the 1st CARE About a Clean Cape &
- [2016 Stewardship Award](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/03/19/2016-stewardship-award/) - The 2016 Stewardship Award was presented to Cape Cod Beer. Below, Todd and Beth Marcus, owners of Cape Cod Beer accepting the award from CARE Director, Jill Talladay.
- [2019 Stewardship Award](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/11/13/2019-stewardship-award/) - Facebook [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” inner_width=”auto” inner_max_width=”1080px”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” width=”80%” max_width=”1080px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ custom_padding__hover=”|||” custom_padding=”|||”][et_pb_text background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” _builder_version=”4.6.3″ text_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_vertical_length=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_blur_strength=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” link_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_vertical_length=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_blur_strength=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_vertical_length=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_blur_strength=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_vertical_length=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_blur_strength=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”
- [Changing Behaviors Changing the Game: Adjusting to the Single-Use Water Bottle Ban](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/04/29/changing-behaviors-changing-the-game-adjusting-to-the-single-use-water-bottle-ban/) - https://youtu.be/xufEMWWo4dM This second webinar in a series on the Municipal and Commercial single-use water bottle ban on Cape Cod provides concrete examples of how businesses and towns can educate residents and visitors about the bottle bans that take effect in Brewster, Eastham, Falmouth, Harwich, Orleans, Provincetown and Wellfleet September 1, 2021 and in Sandwich December
- [Cape Cod Wildlife Collaborative Wildlife Festival](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/05/cape-cod-wildlife-collaborative-wildlife-festival/) - The Wildlife Festival is held annually on a Saturday in September at MA Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary. It's a fun family event that provides education around Cape wildlife and the organizations that work to protect it. CARE provided a grant to help fund a reusable bag that was distributed to attendees.
- [Citizen Science Marine Debris](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/03/12/citizen-science-marine-debris/) - Educating our youth regarding the issues of plastic and other debris on our beaches and in our water. This project included guided beach cleanups, that explained what to look for and how to prevent pollution. Each item collected was recorded and used in research by the Center for Coastal Studies.
- [Falmouth Bikeway Guide](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/03/12/falmouth-bikeway-guide/) - Facebook [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” transparent_background=”off” allow_player_pause=”off” inner_shadow=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”off” make_fullwidth=”off” use_custom_width=”off” width_unit=”on” make_equal=”off” use_custom_gutter=”off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”] This useful guide is available along the Shining Sea Bikeway and Falmouth Visitor Center. It offers a map of the route, points of interest along the
- [Falmouth Water Quality Shellfish Project](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/03/10/falmouth-water-quality-shellfish-project/) - Facebook [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ inner_width=”auto” inner_max_width=”1080px”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ custom_padding__hover=”|||” custom_padding=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.2″ text_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_vertical_length=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_blur_strength=”text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” link_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_vertical_length=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_blur_strength=”link_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_vertical_length=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_blur_strength=”ul_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_vertical_length=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_blur_strength=”ol_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”quote_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_vertical_length=”quote_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_blur_strength=”quote_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”header_text_shadow_style,%91object
- [Cape Abilities Farm Tour: Changing Lives](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/04/21/cape-abilities-farm-tour-changing-lives/) - Cape Abilities has been helping people with disabilities for many years and recently they received a boost from CARE for the Cape. With the help of a grant from the non-profit, Cape Abilities was able to continue their Farm Tour Project. This project helps employees develop many important skills such as socializing with customers and
- [Highland Light Water Filling Station Saves Water](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/06/05/highland-light-water-filling-station-saves-water/) - Now visitors have another opportunity to save water and refill their water bottles while visiting the Cape Cod National Seashore, located at Highland Light. Check out how much water has been saved as you use it!
- [Cape Cod National Seashore: Green Team Takes Action](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/03/29/cape-cod-national-seashore/) - Cape Cod National Seashore was supported for the second year in a row. Funding was used to produce a video highlighting CCNS “green” practices, and demonstrating simple steps that visitors can take to help lessen their impact both in the park and at home. The video may be viewed here.
- [Cape Abilities Farm Tour](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/03/29/1901/) - Cape Abilities serves and empowers people with disabilities. As part of their farm expansion, this project included the design and launch of a new program to conduct regular tours of the greenhouses and farm operation, training farm employees to work as tour guides.
- [Salt Pond Visitor Center: Water Bottle Filling Station](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/04/30/salt-pond-visitor-center-water-bottle-filling-station/) - In partnership with the Friends of Cape Cod National Seashore, a refillable water filling station has been installed outside adjacent to the restrooms at Salt Pond Visitor Center. Located just off of Route 6 in Eastham this is a busy center that welcomes millions of visitors each year. Our hope is this filling station will
- [2015 Hyannis Sea Captains’ Row: Walking Trail Map](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/03/29/2015-hyannis-sea-captains-row-walking-trail-map/) - This project encompasses research, design, and production of a map that documents the location of Hyannis Sea Captains’ homes, unique specimen trees, and relative historic highlights within this Nationally Registered Pleasant Street and School Street neighborhood in Hyannis. By bringing together the varied sources of information about this area of Hyannis into one document, the
- [Cape Cod Whale Trail - Interpretive Signage](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/08/23/cape-cod-whale-trail-interpretive-signage/) - The Center for Coastal Studies which has been studying whales and their habitats on Cape Cod for nearly four decades is supporting the creation of a mini whale trail on Cape Cod similar to one out West. The Center routinely leads education walks during the spring North Atlantic right whale season to two area beaches
- [Nauset Middle School: Charms for Change Project](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/04/23/nauset-middle-school-charms-for-change-project/) - CARE for Cape has provided monetary support in building a MakerSpace that includes 3D printers, plastic recyclers, vinyl cutters and heat presses. The students will use the new technology to complete "The Charms for Change" curriculum. This curriculum provides students an opportunity to problem solve real issues and students will be using these technology tools
- [Coast Guard Beach Water Filling Station](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/05/highland-light-water-filling-station/) - An exterior water bottle filling station located at Cape Cod National Seashore in Eastham to help reduce single use plastic. Please bring your own reusable bottle and fill up!
- [Falmouth Bikeways Signage & Safety](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/05/falmouth-bikeways-signage-safety/) - In an effort to improve safety for all on Falmouth's Bikeways, CARE provided a grant for new signage. In addition to addressing safety concerns these signs include tips on etiquette. They replace existing signage that are now combined into one that are more eye catching and aesthetically pleasing.
- [Bass River (Yarmouth) Village Walking Map](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/09/11/bass-river-yarmouth-village-walking-map/) - Once the home of the Pawkannawkut Indians of South Yarmouth, part of the Wamponoag Indian Federation, the Bass River Village contains more than 50 structures built before 1900 centered around the Bass River Historic District. Stroll down Old Main Street to admire these privately owned homes built around the time of American independence. The area
- [Design Your Day on Cape Cod: Maritime Meanderings](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/02/21/design-your-day-on-cape-cod-maritime-meanderings/) - Looking for new ideas of things to explore on Cape Cod? The Cape Cod Chamber, aided by a CARE grant has developed a series of useful guides to allow you to discover landmarks and local history. The first guide in a planned series, is centered around maritime history and culture and allows you to experience
- [Hyannis Sea Captains' Row Mural](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/02/21/hyannis-sea-captains-row-mural/) - Marking the entranceway to Hyannis Sea Captains' Row, this mural hangs on Bradford's Hardware Store, on Pleasant Street, just off of Main Street in Hyannis. This was a true community project and is an extension of CARE's 2015 funded walking trail and map. Artists Jackie Reeves and Mary-Ann Agresti were assisted by volunteers from the
- [Museum of Natural History: Pollinator Path](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/07/19/museum-of-natural-history-pollinator-path/) - The Museum has expanded their successful honeybee program by planting a butterfly garden and building a butterfly house. Visitors can view native plant species that encourage native pollinators, including butterflies, bees and hummingbirds.The garden’s Pollinator Path leads to the Butterfly House, where visitors will learn about the challenges faced by the butterfly populations, their breeding,
- [Falmouth Farmers Market: Food Scrap Collection & Education](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/07/19/falmouth-farmers-market-food-scrap-collection-education/) - This project is a partnership between the Falmouth Farmers Market and Compost With Me. Compost with Me staff will collect food scraps from market-goers at each weekly market during the regular season. The set-up consists of one 10’x10’ market tent, signage, display tables, food scrap collection containers, and collection tally board.There will be a variety
- [Earth Day Songs and Seeds](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/04/27/earth-day-songs-and-seeds/) - Cape Cool's Earth Day Songs & Seeds Give-Away on RTA buses: a movable, inclusive celebration of Earth Day and public transportation, featuring local acoustic musicians, guides and gardening mentors was a big success. Riders of the bus on Earth Day, April 22, 2016 were treated to live music and were able to select from a
- [Harwich Conservation Trust: Conserve Land and Explore Their Trails](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/04/22/harwich-conservation-trust-conserve-land-and-explore-their-trails/) - The Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) currently protects 500+ acres in the Town of Harwich. As part of their mission, they need to effectively manage protected lands by understanding property boundaries while continually encouraging residents and visitors alike to enjoy selected scenic areas that have walking trails. CARE provided HCT with funding for videos that give
- [SEA Space Marine Discovery Center](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/05/sea-space-marine-discovery-center/) - Experience the natural wonders of Cape Cod under the expert guidance of our dedicated educators at SEA SPACE Marine Discovery Center. Located at Whaler's Wharf, 237 Commercial Street Provincetown. For more information.
- [Island Grown Initiative-5 Year Anniversary Grant](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/07/08/island-grown-initiative-5-year-anniversary-grant/) - Island Grown Initiative, recipient of our 5 Year Anniversary Grant, developed waste stations for the Agricultural Fair, held August 16-19, 2018. A record 40,000 people attended. The waste stations allowed for separation of food, recycling and waste. These waste stations will created a template that can be replicated for events throughout Cape Cod and the
- [Beach Trash to Treasure on Nantucket](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/08/04/beach-trash-to-treasure-on-nantucket/) - Maria Mitchell Association offered a two-week artist in residence program combining art, up-cycling, education, and conservation led by Cindy Pease Roe. Nantucket, as an island community, values its ocean resources tremendously as a continued source of food and income. There is significant concern over the growing amount of trash that finds its way to our
- [Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance: Learning Book and Pier Host Program](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/06/06/cape-cod-commercial-fishermens-alliance-pier-host-program/) - The Chatham-based Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance has been supporting Cape Cod’s fishing fleet for more than 25 years. Founded in 1991 by a group of local hook fishermen, the organization was built to help give a statewide and national voice to the small-boat fishing industry centered there. CARE's grant has supported a "learning book"
- [The Story of Spinnaker the Whale](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/05/31/the-story-of-spinnaker-the-whale/) - Spinnaker was a whale, well known to researchers at the Center for Coastal Studies since her birth in 2004. In 2006 she was first disentangled by the Center’s Marine Animal Entanglement Response team, a leading marine mammal rescue group in the world. Spinnaker, again was reported entangled in 2013 and the team traveled to Bar
- [Provincetown Sidewalk Buttlers](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/05/30/provincetown-sidewalk-buttlers/) - An innovative means to keep cigarette butts off of the street and out of the ocean, these sidewalk "buttlers" have been installed throughout the town of Provincetown in high traffic areas. Not only are these butts collected, but the materials are both recycled and composted, keeping them out of the garbage. It is our hope
- [Marconi Beach Water Filling Stations](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/02/28/marconi-beach-water-filling-stations/) - In a continued effort to keep our beaches and waterways free from plastic pollution, we were happy to partner with the Friends of Cape Cod National Seashore to fund this water bottle refill station at Marconi Beach.
- [Linda Loring Nature Foundation-Interpretive Signage](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/08/23/linda-loring-nature-foundation-interpretive-signage/) - The Linda Loring Nature Foundation (LLNF) is dedicated to preserving and protecting Nantucket’s biologically diverse ecosystems. The Foundation’s property, a living laboratory for research and education, advances broad community support for environmental understanding to respect the fragile habitats surrounding us. LLNF works to promote environmental literacy through direct connections with nature through research, education, and
- [Interpretive Food Forest Exhibit](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/01/26/interpretive-food-forest-exhibit/) - This project at MA Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary was completed and a "ribbon" cutting was held as part of CARE for the Cape & Islands Day, May 10th. Located in historic Cummaquid Village of Barnstable, this project will directly affect visitors’ experiences through an engaging, living interpretive food forest exhibit of edible plants and
- [Victura](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/12/15/victura/) - Cape Cod Collaborative Arts Network (CapeCodCAN), an organization providing inclusive programs in the performing and visual arts for teens and adults of all abilities, unveiled an original public art installation at the Barnstable Municipal Airport on Tuesday, September 18th. “The Victura” is a 6 foot by 4 foot, multi-media bas relief of John F Kennedy’s
- [ReFill Wellfleet Water Station](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/07/09/refill-wellfleet-water-station/) - An exterior water filling station at Mayo Beach Recreation Center located across from Wellfleet Harbor was funded and recently installed through our 2018 grant program. Eliminating single-use plastic bottles through this filling station is part of Wellfleet's Zero Waste initiative.
- [Cape Cod Folk: the Story of Ralph and Martha Cahoon](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/03/27/cape-cod-folk-the-story-of-ralph-and-martha-cahoon/) - The display is composed of eight educational elements that offer a fun, self-guided tour throughout the building's historic rooms and highlight some of its unique features, including how the Cahoons lovingly adapted it for their use as a gallery, home, and studio. The stately Colonial Georgian home, the Crocker House, has an intriguing multilayered history.
- [The Environment Gets the Short Straw: Say “No to Plastic Straws” Campaign](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/03/07/the-environment-gets-the-short-straw-say-no-to-plastic-straws-campaign/) - The environment draws the short straw when it comes to plastic waste on beaches. The focus of this grant is to provide information to the local restaurants and the public on the impact of single use plastic, particularly plastic straws.This is part of a larger Cape and Island initiative being coordinated by CARE. According to
- [Trash Your Tackle Project](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/06/12/trash-your-tackle-project/) - The "Trash Your Tackle" project was recently launched by Wild Care, a wildlife rehabilitation center located in Eastham with the help from sponsors including CARE. This project encourages fishers to dispose of their fishing gear. This will be done by placing five PVC receptacles at separate locations in the town of Chatham, a very popular
- [Atlantic White Shark Conservancy](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/06/25/atlantic-white-shark-conservancy/) - The Chatham Shark Center is an education center for children and adults of all ages. Our exhibits are designed to educate people about the ecology of the white shark and other local marine life, the research being done on the white shark here on Cape Cod, the public safety policies and procedures, and the
- [Chatham Water Bottle Filling Station](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/02/27/chatham-water-bottle-filling-station/) - Located at one of the busiest locations in Chatham, the water fountain and filling station will provide a means to reduce single use plastic bottles. The fish pier is a busy port for local fishermen offering a spectacular view of the harbor from the newly reconstructed deck. CARE presented a grant check to Paulette Fehlig,
- [Shark Center Environmental Stewardship Exhibit-Atlantic White Shark Conservancy](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/06/03/shark-center-environmental-stewardship-exhibit-atlantic-white-shark-conservancy/) - The Shark Center's new exhibit will help to expand on the conversation “What YOU can do to support shark and ocean conservation”. The exhibit will be an interactive display that asks visitors to reflect on their lifestyle and consider what changes they can make to have a positive effect on our environment. Visitors will be
- [Bioswale Interpretive Panel-Heritage Museums & Gardens](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/06/03/bioswale-interpretive-panel-heritage-museums-and-gardens/) - A new interpretive panel is being installed in the parking garden to greet visitors as they arrive. These signs provide an educational opportunity to share the bioswales’ function as integrated systems that work to trap and clean water runoff from the parking lot. A swale is a shallow depression in the landscape, often man-made to
- [Garden Activity Carts-Heritage Museums & Gardens](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/06/04/garden-activity-carts-heritage-museums-gardens/) - Activity carts provide a mobile educational platform in combination with a trained interpreter whose role is to engage with curious visitors. Interpreters are individuals trained in the use of inquiry-based discussion and hands-on techniques to connect visitors to resources, content, and ideas, and who encourage visitors to explore, discover, and learn together. The museum already
- [Landscapes of Change-Cape Cod Collaborative Art Network](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/06/04/landscapes-of-change-cape-cod-collaborative-art-network/) - Landscapes of Change is a collaborative public art installation highlighting the ever changing landscapes in which we live, on both land and sea, and the effects of humans on our environment. This project will be multifaceted and will incorporate environmental education, participation in local cleanup events, at beaches, parks and public venues, and the creation
- [Martha's Vineyard Deaf Heritage Tour](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/05/27/marthas-vineyard-deaf-heritage-tour/) - Martha's Vineyard is known as the birthplace of American Sign Language, and in fact for approximately 150 years, the Island was know as "the place that spoke by hand' according to Nora Ellen Groce, author of Everyone Here Spoke By Hand; Hereditary Deafness of Martha's Vineyard. The Deaf Heritage Tour has been developed to acknowledge
- [Taking Care of Cape Cod: My Business Can Compost!](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/11/17/taking-care-of-cape-cod-my-business-can-compost/) - https://youtu.be/DxvD6xZDtkw
- [Plastic Water Bottles Banned: Now What?](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2021/02/25/plastic-water-bottles-banned-now-what/) - https://youtu.be/cBZrZIEBQjY
- [Who is Taking Care of Cape Cod](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/11/take-care-of-business/) - https://youtu.be/DTKBMvEbm8w
- [Taking Care of Cape Cod: Can My Business Compost?](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/06/04/taking-care-of-cape-cod-can-my-business-compost/) - https://youtu.be/DPJjFE2yI_g
- [Clean Cape Summit 2018](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/06/25/clean-cape-summit-1-2018/) - https://youtu.be/Iyi893EVLx0
- [CARE for the Cape and Islands Summit](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/11/care-for-the-cape-and-islands-summit/) - https://youtu.be/i6J7HU9T2rc
- [Can My Business Compost? Recap](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/12/03/can-my-business-compost-recap/) - https://youtu.be/n41G8z_3Fn8
- [Skip the Straw Training Video](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/03/26/skip-the-straw-training-video/) - Several years ago, a group of concerned Falmouth sixth graders, in cooperation with the local non-profit Falmouth Water Stewards, launched a campaign to educate people about the problem of plastics pollution on beaches and in the ocean and a really easy way they can help prevent it — skipping the straw. The students are now
- [CARE for the Cape Day 2015](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/06/care-for-the-cape-day-2015-2/) - CARE for the Cape Day: Thank you to our attendees and sponsors! Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Route 28, Waquoit Event Sponsors include Turtleback Ltd (t-shirt sponsor) and (food sponsor) Whole Foods Hyannis. At our second annual CARE for the Cape Day, we invite you to spend the morning working on a number of
- [CARE Annual Meeting 2015](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/08/care-annual-meeting-2015/) - Held Wednesday, October 28, 2015 4-6pm, Hyannis, Cape Cod Maritime Museum Benefiting Our Community: Retain the Cape’s Character, Preserve its Natural Environment and Remain Competitive. Benefiting Your Business: Economic Impact by partnering on responsible travel initiatives. Representatives from Cape and Islands businesses were invited to Cape Cod Maritime Museum for CARE for the Cape and Islands 1st Annual
- [CARE for the Cape and Islands Day 2020](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2020/03/03/care-for-the-cape-and-islands-day-2020/) - Wednesday, May 6, 2020 More Details Coming Soon! Maria Mitchell Association (Nantucket’s Science Center), Nantucket, MA Thank you to our sponsor:
- [Annual Care Day 2019](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2019/06/25/annual-care-day-2019/) - https://youtu.be/0j4ADTotls4
- ["Green Team Takes Action" Cape Cod National Seashore video](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/01/07/green-team-takes-action-cape-cod-national-seashore-video/) - This short video, funded by CARE and Friends of the Cape Cod National Seashore is complete and available for viewing. The video was created to share how the Seashore has incorporated climate friendly behavior into their daily practices and to invite visitors and residents to do the same. https://youtu.be/i2Ju36Vvwxc
- [CapeCod.com's Sunday Journal Discussing CARE for the Cape and Islands](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2014/12/15/capecod-coms-sunday-journal-discussing-care-for-the-cape-and-islands/) - https://youtu.be/A1wk3spgjIk
- [CARE for the Cape & Islands Profile Show 4/13](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2014/12/15/care-for-the-cape-islands-profile-show-413/) - https://youtu.be/kE0fmovIkyM
- [CARE for the Cape Day 2015](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2015/09/09/care-for-the-cape-day-2015/) - https://youtu.be/49FOJwI2ROI
- [CARE for the Cape and Islands 5](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/04/20/care-for-the-cape-and-islands-5/) - https://youtu.be/7dgXXACLvTk
- [CARE's Impact on Provincetown and Our Ocean](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2017/06/05/cares-impact-on-provincetown-and-our-ocean/) - https://youtu.be/XPjvKtL_Z5Q
- [Marconi Beach Water Bottle Filling Station](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2018/11/20/marconi-beach-water-bottle-filling-station/) - According to the NPS statistics for Marconi Beach, there were over 90,000 at the beach during peak months from May to October in 2017. Marconi Beach is a very popular site during peak months and in order to stay hydrated, many visitors end up bringing in plastic water bottles. A water bottle filling station was
- [CARE for the Cape Day 2016](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/05/11/care-for-the-cape-day-2016/) - The atmosphere couldn’t have been sunnier Thursday at CARE’s 3rd Annual CARE for the Cape Day in spite of the cool and misty weather. Previous year’s events were held at Waqouit Bay Reserve and Cape Wildlife Center. The purpose of this annual event is two-fold: to benefit a local nonprofit or tourism attraction through hands
- [CARE for the Cape Day: May 5, 2016](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/03/19/1842/) - Each year we host a 1/2 day of volunteer service at a local nonprofit. Representatives from local businesses and residents are invited this year to the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History on Thursday, May 5 from 8:30 AM - 1PM. There will be a variety of activities including planting the new Pollinator Path, one
- [CARE for the Cape and Islands Theme Song](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/2016/01/07/care-for-the-cape-and-islands-theme-song-2/) - Written and Performed by David Roth. Although David is fortunate to call Cape Cod his home, he has performed world-wide sharing his humorous and inspirational stories through verse. Lyrics: Creating A Responsible Environment, that spells CARE Doing something good together, that’s how we share Learn something new; give something back Heritage, history and habitat

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- [Those Who Care](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/how-to-care/those-who-care/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.10.1″ vertical_offset_tablet=”0″ horizontal_offset_tablet=”0″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_fullwidth_header _builder_version=”4.10.1″ background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” background_image=”https://careforthecapeandislands.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Those-who-care-header.jpg” vertical_offset_tablet=”0″ horizontal_offset_tablet=”0″ z_index_tablet=”0″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” subhead_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” subhead_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” subhead_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” button_one_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” button_one_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” button_one_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” button_two_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” button_two_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” button_two_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”
- [Cape Crusaders](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/cape-crusaders/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.9.3″ vertical_offset_tablet=”0″ horizontal_offset_tablet=”0″ custom_margin=”5px||5px|” custom_padding=”5px||5px|” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_fullwidth_slider show_arrows=”off” show_pagination=”off” use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”4.9.3″ header_level=”h1″ vertical_offset_tablet=”0″ horizontal_offset_tablet=”0″ z_index_tablet=”0″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” button_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” button_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” button_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_button_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_button_tablet=”0px”
- [Volunteer](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/how-to-care/volunteer-give-time-talent/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” next_background_color=”#000000″ _builder_version=”3.20.2″ inner_width=”auto” inner_max_width=”1080px”][et_pb_fullwidth_header background_image=”https://careforthecapeandislands.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/CARE_Team_Building.jpg” content_max_width=”none” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover=”null” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover=”null” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover=”null” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover=”null” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover=”null” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover=”null” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover=”null” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover=”null” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover=”null” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover=”null” _builder_version=”4.14.8″ box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”
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- [Contact Us](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/contact-us/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Contact CARE” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” background_image=”https://careforthecapeandislands.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/CARE-Contact-1.jpg” vertical_offset_tablet=”0″ horizontal_offset_tablet=”0″ z_index_tablet=”0″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” subhead_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” subhead_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” subhead_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” content_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” content_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” content_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” button_one_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” button_one_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” button_one_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” button_two_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” button_two_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” button_two_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_button_one_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_button_one_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_button_one_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_button_one_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_button_two_tablet=”0px”
- [Build Your Brand – Become a CARE Steward](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/how-to-care/build-your-brand-become-a-care-steward/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” next_background_color=”#000000″ _builder_version=”4.9.2″ inner_width=”auto” inner_max_width=”1080px”][et_pb_fullwidth_header background_image=”https://careforthecapeandislands.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/CARE-Marketing.jpg” content_max_width=”none” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover=”null” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover=”null” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover=”null” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover=”null” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover=”null” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover=”null” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover=”null” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover=”null” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover=”null” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover=”null” _builder_version=”4.9.3″ box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”
- [Legacy Giving](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/how-to-care/legacy-giving/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” next_background_color=”#000000″ _builder_version=”3.20.2″ inner_width=”auto” inner_max_width=”1080px”][et_pb_fullwidth_header background_image=”https://careforthecapeandislands.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/legacy.jpg” content_max_width=”none” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover=”null” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover=”null” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover=”null” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover=”null” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover=”null” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover=”null” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover=”null” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover=”null” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover=”null” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover=”null” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength=”text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93″ text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”
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## Events

- [World Tourism Forum: Sustainable Transformation](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-tourism-forum-sustainable-transformation/) - CREST’s 2025 World Tourism Forum Returns with a Bold Focus on Sustainable Transformation November 4-6, 2025 at Pelham House Resort, Cape Cod, MA The Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) in partnership with CARE for the Cape & Islands will host the 8th annual World Tourism Forum, taking place November 4–6, 2025, on the shores of
- [Take Care Summit Stemming the Tide of Wastefulness: We Can Make  it Happen!](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/2024-take-care-cape-cod-fall-summit/) - Join us for Stemming the Tide of Wastefulness: We Can Make it Happen! and Annual Stewardship Awards reception. If you would like to learn about sponsorship opportunities contact us.
- [Coastal Resilience Fair-World Ocean Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/coastal-resilience-fair-world-ocean-day/)
- [Moving Forward for our Environment](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/moving-forward-for-our-environment/)
- [CARE for the Cape & Islands Day 2024](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-for-the-cape-islands-day-2024/) - 10th Annual CARE Day Register Here. We are excited to invite you to this year's CARE Day to be held at Camp Farley, Route 130 in Mashpee. Founded in 1934, this non-profit 501(c)3 organization offers both day and overnight camping opportunities boasting a strong environmental focus with comprehensive outdoor education experiences in the context of a traditional
- [How Compostables Can Help Your Business Create a Responsible Environment](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/how-compostables-can-help-your-business-create-a-responsible-environment/) - The Impact of Single-Use Plastic on Hospitality and Tourism Businesses - How Compostables Can Help Your Business Create a Responsible Environment The ocean is our storefront: Let’s Take Care Cape Cod! Plastic pollution has a significant impact on marine debris, the Blue Economy, and how businesses operate responsibly in our coastal region. This event is
- [The Rising Tide of Plastic Pollution-Fall Summit](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/the-rising-tide-of-plastic-pollution-fall-summit/) - Advanced Registration is Required. Thank you to our platinum sponsor! Gold Sponsors: Silver Sponsors: MA Food Association and Open Water Sponsorship Opportunities Available. Contact Adam: adam@careforthecapeandislands.org
- [World Refill Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-refill-day/)
- [RRR Take Care Ambassadors at Chatham Anglers](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/rrr-take-care-ambassadors-at-chatham-anglers-2-2-2/) - Cape Cod needs your help! Did you know each Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) game has an average attendance of ~1,400? Recycling bins have not been located at the fields, however, we’re changing that. Even if you conservatively say 25% of the fans had two recyclable items that went into regular trash – that equates
- [Come Aboard](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/come-aboard/) - Come join us at a stand out event where we will be giving seasonal visitors a warm welcome as we steward their commitment to treating the Cape and Islands like a home away from home. Come meet the Take CARE pirate and learn more about our new pilot program.
- [RRR Take Care Ambassadors at Chatham Anglers](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/rrr-take-care-ambassadors-at-chatham-anglers-2-2/) - Cape Cod needs your help! Did you know each Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) game has an average attendance of ~1,400? Recycling bins have not been located at the fields, however, we’re changing that. Even if you conservatively say 25% of the fans had two recyclable items that went into regular trash – that equates
- [RRR Take Care Ambassadors at Chatham Anglers](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/rrr-take-care-ambassadors-at-chatham-anglers-2-2-2-3/) - Cape Cod needs your help! Did you know each Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) game has an average attendance of ~1,400? Recycling bins have not been located at the fields, however, we’re changing that. Even if you conservatively say 25% of the fans had two recyclable items that went into regular trash – that equates
- [RRR Take Care Ambassadors at Chatham Anglers](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/rrr-take-care-ambassadors-at-chatham-anglers-2-2-2-2/) - Cape Cod needs your help! Did you know each Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) game has an average attendance of ~1,400? Recycling bins have not been located at the fields, however, we’re changing that. Even if you conservatively say 25% of the fans had two recyclable items that went into regular trash – that equates
- [RRR Take Care Ambassadors at Chatham Anglers](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/rrr-take-care-ambassadors-at-chatham-anglers/) - Cape Cod needs your help! Did you know each Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) game has an average attendance of ~1,400? Recycling bins have not been located at the fields, however, we’re changing that. Even if you conservatively say 25% of the fans had two recyclable items that went into regular trash – that equates
- [RRR Take Care Ambassadors at Chatham Anglers](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/rrr-take-care-ambassadors-at-chatham-anglers-2/) - Cape Cod needs your help! Did you know each Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL) game has an average attendance of ~1,400? Recycling bins have not been located at the fields, however, we’re changing that. Even if you conservatively say 25% of the fans had two recyclable items that went into regular trash – that equates
- [World Oceans Day-Marine Debris Shark Sculpture Unveiling](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-oceans-day/) - Please join Cape Cod National Seashore, the Center for Coastal Studies, and Cindy Pease Roe from Upsculpt Marine Debris Shark Sculpture Unveiling-World Ocean Day 11 am Herring Cove Beach, Provincetown, MA Please join Cape Cod National Seashore, Center for Coastal Studies, and Cindy Pease Roe from UpSculpt to celebrate a new sculpture making its grand debut
- [Cape Crusaders at Cape Cod Toy Library](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/cape-crusaders-at-cape-cod-toy-library/) - Through games and activities, participants learn more about the world around them. They are able to take those lessons and use them to become their own superheroes of historic preservation and conservation. Program: Welcome and overview of Cape Crusaders Say no to plastic and Spot the Difference Activity Reduce Reuse Recycle and 4 Corners activity
- [CARE Day 2023](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-day-2023/) - Annual CARE for the Cape & Islands Day 2023 The 204, Harwich Thursday, May 18th. 8:30 (coffee and instructions), 9AM-11:30 Volunteer activities, followed by lunch and chat with CARE grant recipients. About The 204 and CARE Day: Known since 2016 as Harwich Cultural Center. A mixed-use municipal building that serves a critical role to provide
- [Earth Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/earth-day/) - We believe that every day is Earth Day! There are however, many events today where you can help make our community better. Most towns on Cape Cod have organized cleanups where you can volunteer. The Amy Corps of Engineers and AmeriCorps Cape Cod are also hosting their annual canal cleanup.
- [WaterWorks 2023 Career Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/waterworks-2023-career-day/) - The Cape Cod Community College and Expedition Blue are hosting WaterWORKS this year at the college on March 14, 2023! Previous pre-pandemic WaterWORKS Career Expos brought hundreds of Cape & Islands-region high school juniors and seniors together with dozens of blue economy employers. With more than 55 career paths represented, students were exposed to the
- [Become a Cape Crusader!](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/become-a-cape-crusader/) - Learn about how CARE is using the Cape Crusader program to engage and empower kids to look after our community. At the end of this fun and interactive hour all attendees will be sworn in as official Cape Crusaders!
- [Driving Change on the Cape & Islands: There Is No "Away" for Roadside Trash](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/driving-change-on-the-cape-islands-there-is-no-away-for-roadside-trash/) - Register now for this not-to-be-missed informative event that will bring together roadside cleanup crews, trash haulers, state and local lawmakers and community volunteers to talk about what we can all do to send our trash “away” for good. They’ll share their experiences, challenges and solutions aimed at tackling the litter problem that is plaguing the Cape and its
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-11/) - 10% of Lilly Pulitzer's proceeds from today with be donated to CARE as part of Shop with CARE! Five Lilly Pulitzer locations on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket are participating.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-12/) - 10% of Lilly Pulitzer's proceeds from today with be donated to CARE as part of Shop with CARE! Five Lilly Pulitzer locations on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket are participating.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-14/) - 10% of Lilly Pulitzer's proceeds from today with be donated to CARE as part of Shop with CARE! Five Lilly Pulitzer locations on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket are participating.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-13/) - 10% of Lilly Pulitzer's proceeds from today with be donated to CARE as part of Shop with CARE! Five Lilly Pulitzer locations on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket are participating.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-10/) - 10% of Lilly Pulitzer's proceeds from today with be donated to CARE as part of Shop with CARE! Five Lilly Pulitzer locations on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket are participating.
- [Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/lithium-ion-battery-recycling/) - Popular items to bring include cell phones, laptops, tablets, electronic toothbrushes, wireless headphones, and power tool batteries.
- [Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/lithium-ion-battery-recycling-2/) - Popular items to bring include cell phones, laptops, tablets, electronic toothbrushes, wireless headphones, and power tool batteries.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-9/) - On this day three fins coffee roasters will donate 10% of their proceeds to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-8/) - For every product purchased during the month of August $1 will be donated to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/5507/) - For the entire month of August Green Road Refill will donate 10% of their proceeds from refills to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-3/) - For the entire month of August Cape & Islands Tea will donate 10% of their proceeds to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care/) - Cape Cod Coffee will donate 10% of their proceeds at the Mashpee Commons on this day to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-7/) - J.McLaughlin will donate 15% of their proceeds on this day to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-6/) - J.McLaughlin will donate 15% of their proceeds on this day to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-5/) - J.McLaughlin will donate 15% of their proceeds on this day to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-4/) - J.McLaughlin will donate 15% of their proceeds on this day to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [Shop with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/shop-with-care-2/) - J.McLaughlin will donate 15% of their proceeds on this day to CARE as part of Shop with CARE.
- [International Surfing Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-surfing-day/)
- [Hydration Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/hydration-day/)
- [International Horseshoe Crab Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-horseshoe-crab-day/)
- [Dump the Pump Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/dump-the-pump-day/)
- [World Sea Turtle Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-sea-turtle-day/)
- [Global Wind Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/global-wind-day/)
- [International Day of Cleaning Water Reservoirs](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-day-of-cleaning-water-reservoirs/)
- [World Environment Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-environment-day/)
- [World Whale and Dolphin Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-whale-and-dolphin-day/)
- [International Plastic Bag Free Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-plastic-bag-free-day/)
- [Clean Beaches Week](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/clean-beaches-week/)
- [National Honey Bee Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/national-honey-bee-day/)
- [National Public Lands Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/national-public-lands-day/)
- [National Crush Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/national-crush-day/)
- [World Environmental Health Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-environmental-health-day/)
- [World Car Free Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-car-free-day/)
- [Zero Emissions Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/zero-emissions-day/)
- [International Coastal Cleanup Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-coastal-cleanup-day/)
- [World Cleanup Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-cleanup-day/)
- [Greenpeace Birthday](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/greenpeace-birthday/)
- [International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-day-of-clean-air-for-blue-skies/)
- [National Wildlife Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/national-wildlife-day/)
- [International Day of Climate Action](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-day-of-climate-action/)
- [Make a Difference Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/make-a-difference-day/)
- [World Algae Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-algae-day/)
- [World Environmental Education Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-environmental-education-day/)
- [Energy Efficiency Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/energy-efficiency-day/)
- [Love Local Fest 2022](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/love-local-fest-2022/)
- [World Habitat Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-habitat-day/)
- [International Day of Energy Saving](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-day-of-energy-saving/)
- [National Recycling Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/national-recycling-day/)
- [Use Less Stuff Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/use-less-stuff-day/)
- [International Volunteer Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-volunteer-day-2/)
- [International Day of No Pesticide Use](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-day-of-no-pesticide-use/)
- [World Climate Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-climate-day/)
- [Learn About Composting Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/learn-about-composting-day/)
- [International Day for Biological Diversity](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-day-for-biological-diversity/)
- [Bike-to-Work Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/bike-to-work-day/)
- [Endangered Species Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/endangered-species-day/)
- [Love a Tree Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/love-a-tree-day/)
- [Be Kind to Animals Week](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/be-kind-to-animals-week-2/)
- [Be Kind to Animals Week](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/be-kind-to-animals-week/)
- [Birthday of the World Wildlife Fund](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/birthday-of-the-world-wildlife-fund/)
- [Arbor Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/arbor-day/)
- [World Water Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-water-day/)
- [World Planting Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-planting-day/)
- [Global Recycling Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/global-recycling-day/)
- [World Energy Efficiency Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-energy-efficiency-day/)
- [International Marine Mammal Protection Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-marine-mammal-protection-day/)
- [World Wetlands Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-wetlands-day/)
- [International Polar Bear Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-polar-bear-day/)
- [World Wildlife Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-wildlife-day/)
- [Brewster Conservation Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/brewster-conservation-day/) - BCD is sponsored by Town of Brewster, Brewster Conservation Trust, Brewster Historical Society, and Brewster Ponds Coalition. It is supported by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council.
- [Take Out with CARE](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/take-out-with-care/) - CARE's July campaign for its 10th Anniversary is Take Out with CARE! Find bamboo serviceware sets at the Family Table Collaborative in South Yarmouth, the Wellfleet Farmers’ Market held on Wednesdays in July, and the Cape Cod Museum of Art‘s gift shop in Dennis. More info.
- [Run Into Summer 5K to Benefit Challenger Club](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/run-into-summer-5k-to-benefit-challenger-club/) - CARE is collaborating with event planners on a pilot to reduce waste and increase recycling at this event. This will be accomplished through messaging and by providing alternative products. Run into Summer 5K Run plus an exciting Challenger Mile Health Run/Walk designed for people of all abilities to participate and enjoy the thrill of crossing
- [Take Care Cape Cod Summit: "Destination Stewardship: It's Everybody's Business"](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/take-care-cape-cod-summit/) - Our next summit features Gregory Miller, Executive Director, Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) and Julie Regan, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. In addition, a panel of local businesses will share their successes and challenges related to sustainability initiatives. Take away ideas that you can use in your own organization that will help us to Take Care
- [CARE for the Cape & Islands Day 2022](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-for-the-cape-islands-day-2022/) - Please join us for our annual CARE Day. We'll spend the morning on beautification projects at the Yarmouth New Church. Come dressed casually in clothing that might get dirty or for painting. Following the morning service project we'll enjoy lunch and hear from CARE's 2022 grant recipients. Donations help to cover costs of the event
- [AmeriCorps Cape Cod MLK Day BeachCleanup](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/americorps-cape-cod-mlk-day-beachcleanup/) - On January 22 (rain date January 23), AmeriCorps Cape Cod will partner with CARE for the Cape & Islands and the Center for Coastal Studies to organize a Cape-wide Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Day Beach Clean-up. Participating volunteers will focus their efforts on cleaning eight beaches spanning from Sandwich to Provincetown. Multiple time slots
- [CARE  for the Cape & Islands Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-for-the-cape-islands-day-2/) - CARE Day 2021 will take place at Chatham Drama Guild located at 134 Crowell Rd in Chatham. The Chatham Drama Guild is the Cape’s second oldest continuously operating theater venue that is operated completely by volunteers. For over 80 years it has provided excellent family entertainment in a flexible and exciting theater space. The day’s
- [Summit: Cape up the Good Work: Growing the Stewardship Collaborative](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/summit-cape-up-the-good-work/) - We are pleased to welcome attendees back to an in person summit. Hear from a representative from Take Care Tahoe about how they built a supportive stewardship collaborative that benefits their community and local Cape & Islands success stories. Annual Stewardship Awards will be presented. You’ll leave energized, with actionable steps to use in your
- [Cape Abilities Farm](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/cape-abilities-farm/)
- [Plastic Free July](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/plastic-free-july/)
- [Changing Behaviors Changing the Game: Adjusting to the Single-Use Water Bottle Ban](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/changing-behaviors-changing-the-game-adjusting-to-the-single-use-water-bottle-ban/) - This webinar is a follow up to "Plastic Water Bottles Banned: Now What?". This second webinar in a series on the Municipal and Commercial single-use water bottle ban will provide concrete examples of how businesses and towns can educate residents and visitors about the bottle bans that have been approved in many Cape towns. You’ll
- [Earth Day: Become A Cape Crusader](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/earth-day-become-a-cape-crusader/) - Find out How to Save the Earth. Fun and educational activities for children and families to learn about simple ways to take care of the earth. Learn about the new Cape Crusaders campaign and find out how to become one! Included with admission to the museum.
- [Annual Community Cleanup Day in Dennis and Yarmouth](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/annual-community-cleanup-day-in-dennis-and-yarmouth/) - Join us for our Annual Community Cleanup Day! Come together with other community members and organizations to make a big and visible difference in YOUR community. This year the Clean Up Day will be done in partnership with the Town of Yarmouth, Dennis Chamber of Commerce, Town of Dennis, Friends of Bass River and CARE
- [20th Annual Cape Cod Canal Cleanup](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/20th-annual-cape-cod-canal-cleanup/) - Volunteers are welcome an encouraged to help cleanup along the Cape Cod Canal. Three time slots are available each day and registration is required. Please see map below for the specific locations and time slots are listed below. To register follow this link. 10:00am-11:30am 12:00-1:30pm 2:00-3:30pm
- [Cape Plastic Bottles Banned! (Now What?)](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/cape-plastic-bottles-banned-now-what/) - A community webinar from the Cape Cod Stewardship Collaborative. Thanks to coordinated citizen advocacy, almost all towns on Cape Cod are instituting plastic bottle bans. As these bans take effect, businesses, town governments, residents and visitors are grappling with how to best comply. This webinar will convene business, nonprofit and municipal leaders to address critical
- [2021 Project Grant Applications Open](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/2021-project-grant-applications-open/) - Applications for 2021 grants are currently being accepted and will be accepted through January 20, 2021. Project criteria is available here. Project Guidelines may be found here. We are looking for projects, whose impacts are continued, lasting, easily maintained and reach/touch a significant number of people. Please visit our website for a list of previous
- [Thanksgiving and Buy Nothing Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/thanksgiving-and-buy-nothing-day/) - As we give thanks for our beautiful earth and for the special people in our lives, today is a good day to focus on gratitude and refrain from material things.
- [Giving Tuesday](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/giving-tuesday/) - What better way to show you CARE than to support our 2020 Challenge. All donations are matched 100%!
- [International Volunteer Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/international-volunteer-day/) - Today is a great day to spend the day volunteering. Participate in Think Like It's 1620 Challenge. You can also volunteer for one of many nonprofit organizations on the Cape & Islands or offer to help one of your neighbors.
- [Taking Care of Cape Cod: My Business Can Compost!](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/taking-care-of-cape-cod-my-business-can-compost/) - Please join us for a lively discussion about composting on Cape Cod. Learn about options, the benefits for your business and how it can make a significant positive impact for our community. Panelists include: Conor Miller, Black Earth Compost Gary Brunelle, Good Start Packaging Jeff Parrish, Woods Hole Market This is Part 2 of a
- [Canal Clean Sweep- CARE/US Army Corps of Engineers Park Rangers Joint Cape Cleanup](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/canal-clean-sweep-care-ccyp-joint-cleanup/) - Join CARE and US Army Corps of Engineers Park Rangers as we partner to present a socially-distanced community volunteer opportunity! Volunteers are asked to sign up to clean along the Cape Cod Canal, or tackle a beach of their choice to help keep Cape Cod clean and beautiful. Get outside and give back to our
- [Think Like It's 1620 Community Cleanup](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/think-like-its-1620-community-cleanup/) - Register here. Earlier this year, Take Care Cape Cod launched the “Think Like It’s 1620” Campaign. This campaign challenges the Cape community to return our environment to the pristine conditions of 1620. By encouraging both 16:20 minute beach cleanups and $16.20 donations to support a water bottle filling station, this campaign challenges us to restore the
- [Cape-wide Beach Cleanup](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/cape-wide-beach-cleanup/) - Help clean every beach on the Cape! Join CARE and Take Care Cape Cod in supporting Willie’s Superbrew Cape-wide cleanup of every Cape Cod beach on June 13-14. Sign up for a time slot here: https://superbrew.com/capecleanup. Let us know where you'll be and share photos with us that weekend through social media. We'll be selecting
- ["Taking Care of Cape Cod"](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/taking-care-of-cape-cod/) - Part II: Can My Business Compost? A Virtual Summit & Discussion Series from Take Care Cape Cod (the Cape Cod Stewardship Collaborative Panelists include Mary Ryther, Compost With Me, Stephanie Murphy, Woods Hole Sea Grant, Christine Shreves, Wellfleet Recycling, Tracey Hunt, Winslow's Tavern. Advance Registration is required by May 31st.
- [CARE About a Clean Cape & Islands Summit](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-about-a-clean-cape-islands-summit/) - "Who's Taking Care of Cape Cod?" Part I: An Overview A Virtual Summit & Discussion Series from Take Care Cape Cod (the Cape Cod Stewardship Collaborative) Join us for a discussion hosted by Gabrielle Rossen, Cape Media News. Panelists include Jesse Mechling, Center for Coastal Studies, Meg Morris, Cape Cod Anti-Litter Coalition and Jill Talladay, CARE
- [Earth Day Music Bingo with DJ Patrick: Postponed](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/earth-day-music-bingo-with-dj-patrick/) - Due to unforeseen circumstances this event must be rescheduled. Watch for new date to be posted soon! Bingo cards and Zoom log in details will be emailed prior to event $10 per person Registration includes 3 rounds of Bingo Prizes for each round and for the winning costume Donations to CARE are appreciated and will
- [CARE for the Cape & Islands Day 2020-Event to be Rescheduled](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-for-the-cape-islands-day-2020/) - Please watch for updates. This event will be rescheduled for a future date.
- [Green Paw Prints: For the Responsible Pet Owner-Postponed](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/green-paw-prints-for-the-responsible-pet-owner/) - This event will be rescheduled. New date TBD. We all love our pets as much as we love Cape Cod! Learn how to take better care of both of them with eco pet tips presented by veterinarian, Dr. Melissa Magnotta. After her talk artist, Valerie Oppenheim, will teach attendees how to make a pet toy
- [EVENT POSTPONED: Cape Cod and the Great Whales: From Pursuing to Protecting](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/cape-cod-and-the-great-whales-from-pursuing-to-protecting/) - This event will be rescheduled. Please check back for new date! Join us for a look at the past, present, and future of whale and human interactions on Cape Cod. We’ll look at early shore whaling right up to current measures taken by modern whale watchers to safe-guard the place of these animals in our
- [Reuse, Refill, Rethink: Documentary Screening & T-Shirt Release](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/reuse-refill-rethink-documentary-screening-t-shirt-release/) - SCHEDULE 5:30-6:15pm | Reuse & Schmooze. Come early to meet Alex and see his STAY VOCAL pop up shop. Jessica A Georges from Green Road Refill will also have a sample of their refillable products. Our friends at CARE for the Cape and Islands will be set up as well. 6:15pm | Intro 6:30pm |
- [Enterprising Women](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/enterprising-women/) - For more information visit this website. We look forward to seeing you there!
- [Alternative Gift Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/alternative-gift-market-2/)
- [Alternative Gift Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/alternative-gift-market/)
- [CARE About a Clean Cape & Islands Summit #3](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-about-a-clean-cape-islands-summit-3/) - Summit Agenda 8:30 Registration & Coffee from three fins Coffee Roasters Please Bring Your Own Mug/Refillable Water Bottle 9-10 Panel Discussion on current legislation, current action & how we can assist reduction efforts. State Representative, Randy Hunt Major Peter Monteiro, Barnstable Co. Sheriff's Office Thomas Cahir, Administrator, Cape Cod RTA 10-10:30 Updates on Take Care Cape Cod
- [Wellfleet OysterFest](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/wellfleet-oysterfest/) - Come join the fun, entertainment and good eats! Look for out booth as we celebrate a Plastic Free Event!
- [Wellfleet OysterFest](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/3176/) - We are pleased to be participating in this year's Wellfleet OysterFest as they roll out a Plastic Free Event! Join CARE and Take Care Cape Cod in Drinking Cape Cod Tap! Please stop by our booth to say hello.
- [World Tourism Day Forum-Impact Tourism](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/world-tourism-day-forum-impact-tourism/) - For details and to register.
- [National Public Lands Day-Canal Cleanup](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/national-public-lands-day-canal-cleanup/) - Take part in the nation's largest single-day event. For more info.
- [CCYP Back to Business Bash](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/ccyp-back-to-business-bash/) - CARE will be an exhibitor at this great event. We look forward to seeing you and chatting with you. For details on the event visit this link.
- [Rotary Club of Hyannis](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/rotary-club-of-hyannis/)
- [Quahog Festival](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/quahog-festival-2/) - Join Hyannis Rotary for their 2nd Annual Quahog Festival! Learn about Cape Cod’s natural beauty and precious resources, enjoy live music including rockin’ tunes by “Sarah Swain and the O’Boys”, delicious festival food including unique Quahog offerings, beer, wine and kid’s activities. Fun for the entire family! Stop by our booth to learn more about
- [Falmouth Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/falmouth-farmers-market-2/)
- [Brewster Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/brewster-farmers-market-4/)
- [Brewster Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/brewster-farmers-market-3/)
- [Welfleet Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/welfleet-farmers-market/)
- [Take Care Cape Cod Kickoff](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/take-care-cape-cod-kickoff/) - The Take Care Team along with Barnstable Municipal Airport and Cape Air representatives will be at the airport Noon-2PM to greet JetBlue’s arrival from JFK. The public is invited to attend the event to learn more about how they can become involved in the Take Care initiative and to view the first Take Care
- [CARE for the Cape & Islands Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-for-the-cape-islands-day/) - Registration is now open. Spend the morning at this amazing sanctuary overlooking Sandy Neck as we ready it for the coming season. Check out the newly created Food Forest Exhibit, a 2018 CARE funded grant. During lunch meet our 2019 grant recipients. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor please send an email.
- [Show Your Love Valentine's Beach Cleanup](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/show-your-love-valentines-beach-cleanup/) - Celebrate Valentine's Day with the person or place that you love! Take a stroll on your favorite beach and collect items that don't belong there. Share your photos on our Facebook page.
- [Buried in Plastic](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/buried-in-plastic/) - RSVP Required
- [National Skip the Straw Day](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/national-skip-the-straw-day/) - Take The Pledge!
- [CARE About a Clean Cape Cod Summit #2](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-about-a-clean-cape-cod-summit-2/) - Conference space generously sponsored by Foran Realty. Learn more about our first Summit held November 1, 2018 here.
- [Cape Cod Folks and the story of Ralph & Martha Cahoon Unveiling/Winter Wonders](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/cape-cod-folks-and-the-story-of-ralph-martha-cahoon-unveiling-winter-wonders/) - Join us for an evening of beauty, warmth, music, and friends and the unveiling of a new exhibit, funded by CARE. Cape Cod Folk: the Story of Ralph and Martha Cahoon, focuses on sharing the legacy of Cape Cod folk artists Ralph and Martha Cahoon through interpretation of the historic home that was once their home
- [CARE About a Clean Cape and Islands Summit](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/care-about-a-clean-cape-and-islands-summit/) - CARE will be hosting an Invitation Only Summit in collaboration with Center for Coastal Studies and Cape Cod Anti-Litter Coalition. Our intent is to bring together representatives from businesses, municipalities, nonprofit and volunteers involved in waste reduction on Cape Cod and the Islands to share best practices in order to achieve greater results.
- [Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/philanthropy-day-on-cape-cod/) - Philanthropy Day is an opportunity for learning, sharing, and recognizing the dedication and generosity of those who support the many nonprofits on Cape Cod and the Islands. Your Registration for Philanthropy Day will include: Full-day Conference Plenary Speaker: Jason Lewis Philanthropy Awards Luncheon Cocktail Reception & Exhibitor Raffle
- [STEM Week: Skip the Straw Film Festival](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/stem-week-skip-the-straw-film-festival/) - An evening of Ocean Plastics awareness and student films exploring problem-solving in our region's Blue Economy sector hosted by CARE for the Cape and Islands at CCCC (5-7pm). View the documentary “Straws”, a locally produced “Skip the Straw” film about students taking action against plastics in the ocean, and student films about their work with
- [Yarmouth Library Cookie Stroll](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/yarmouth-library-cookie-stroll/) - We are excited to continue our work to reduce plastic and plastic pollution by sponsoring the bags for this year's cookie stroll. Stroll along the streets of historic Bass River visiting homes and businesses that are open to be toured and collect a different cookie at each stop! Cookies are all home baked. You will
- [Celebrating Our Waters-Straws Film & Discussion](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/celebrating-our-waters-straws-film-discussion/) - This event is sponsored by the Care for Creations group at the Federated Church and is part of the Orleans Pond Coalition's Save Our Water event. The film "Straws" will be screened followed by a discussion with a CARE's director and other local environmentalists. For additional information visit: https://www.orleanspondcoalition.org/posts/straws-a-short-documentary/
- [September Summer Flea](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/september-summer-flea/) - Come flea with us! Kick off your Labor Day weekend with a casual Saturday Summer Flea here on Cape Cod! Multiple vendors will be set up outside selling vintage, handmade & other fun things! We'll be one of the non-profit organizations participating. Learn more about our work, take the Skip the Straw pledge, and shop
- [Quahog Festival](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/quahog-festival/) - An afternoon of music, fun and education about Cape Cod's fragile environment hosted by the Hyannis Rotary. The event will be held on the Hyannis Village Green on Main street. CARE is pleased to participate. Join us to learn more about our work, how to get involved and have some fun!
- [Brewster Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/brewster-farmers-market-2-2/) - Look for us near the Windmill. Stop by and say hello, take home a metal straw and sign our Skip the Straw Pledge.
- [Wellfleet Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/wellfleet-farmers-market-2/) - In the grove at the Congregational Church. Join us at the market where there will be live music, spring seedlings, fresh coffee, baked goods, spice rubs, jams & jellies, salsas & preserves, lots o' eggs, local fruits & veggies, cut flowers & herbs, garlic & onions, fantastic greens, cheese, honey, squash, Truro chickens, Barnstable pork, Wellfleet sea salt, market tees, & more! For more info http://www.wellfleetfarmersmarket.com
- [Let's Talk About Preventing Plastic Pollution](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/lets-talk-about-preventing-plastic-pollution/) - Come learn about the state of plastic pollution on the Cape and globally. Find out what's being done about it and how to get involved including CARE's Skip the Straw campaign. For more information visit Sturgis Library website.
- [Wellfleet Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/wellfleet-farmers-market/) - In the grove at the Congregational Church. Join us at the market where there will be live music, spring seedlings, fresh coffee, baked goods, spice rubs, jams & jellies, salsas & preserves, lots o' eggs, local fruits & veggies, cut flowers & herbs, garlic & onions, fantastic greens, cheese, honey, squash, Truro chickens, Barnstable pork, Wellfleet sea salt, market tees, & more! For more info http://www.wellfleetfarmersmarket.com
- [Movies at the Beach: Double Feature](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/movies-at-the-beach-double-feature/) - Come join us for Movies at the Beach. Watch the film Straws followed by JAWS. Bring you chair, blanket and snacks (and bug spray). Shown by the Fish Pier. Rain date is scheduled for the next day.
- [Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Fair](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/marthas-vineyard-agricultural-fair/) - Island Grown Initiative, recipient of our 5 Year Anniversary Grant, is developing waste stations for the Agricultural Fair that will allow separation of food, recycling and waste. These waste stations will create a template that can be replicated for events throughout Cape Cod and the Islands. We look forward to seeing them in action!
- [Brewster Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/brewster-farmers-market-2/) - Stop by and say hello, take home a metal straw and sign our Skip the Straw Pledge.
- [Sandwich Democratic Town Committee Meeting](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/sandwich-democratic-town-committee-meeting/) - What's wrong with plastic straws? How do they contribute to out plastic pollution issues? Should they be banned? Come learn and be part of the discussion, and solution!
- [Sharks In the Park](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/sharks-in-the-park/) - Check out our Skip the Straw shark on the library lawn all summer long. Created by Mary-Ann Agresti it will be auctioned at the end of the summer. More info available here.
- [Brewster Farmers Market](https://careforthecapeandislands.org/event/brewster-farmers-market/) - Stop by and say hello, take home a metal straw and sign our Skip the Straw Pledge.

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