Cape Cod 5 Holds Annual Meeting Virtually, Elects John J. Judge as Trustee

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 5/22/2020 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.com Cape Cod 5 Holds Annual Meeting Virtually, Elects John J. Judge as Trustee Hyannis, MA – On Wednesday, May 20, 2020, Cape Cod 5 hosted its Annual Meeting of the Board of Corporators of the Cape Cod Five Mutual Company, which was held virtually for the first time in the Bank’s 165 year history. During the Meeting, John J.

Guidance to Cape & Islands Seasonal Community

Guidance to Cape & Islands Seasonal CommunityInformation for Members of Cape Cod & the Island’s Seasonal Community:Updated as of May 18, 2020 - Effective through the end of Phase 1 of Governor Baker’s Phased Plan to Reopen Massachusetts. Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, and the Elizabeth Islands are small year-round communities whose residents appreciate, welcome, and depend upon you, our seasonal residents, non-resident homeowners, seasonal workforce, and visitors. During the COVID-19 pandemic

“We All Speak Moby-Dick” Goes Digital

Contact: Mary Lacoursiere, The Peter M. & Bonnie J. Sacerdote Chair of Education and Community Relations Nantucket Historical Association mary@nha.org, 508-228-1894, ext. 119 “We All Speak Moby-Dick” Goes Digital NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to launch a digital “We All Speak Moby-Dick” program to celebrate the diversity of the island through literature. For the past two years, the Nantucket community has celebrated our island’s shared history and diverse

NHA’s Summer Fundraiser Nantucket by Design Goes Virtual for 2020

Contact: Stacey W. Stuart, Director of Corporate Development Nantucket Historical Association sstuart@nha.org   NHA’s Summer Fundraiser Nantucket by Design Goes Virtual for 2020; Alessandra Branca announced as featured speaker for Design Luncheon NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to announce the reformulation of its major summer fundraiser, Nantucket by Design.  Nantucket by Design events will go virtual from July 30 to August 1, 2020, with an all-star slate of

Island Economic Impact Study of COVID-19 Crisis Summary Results are Completed

CONTACTS: ReMain Nantucket  Virna Gonzalez vgonzalez@remainnantucket.org 508-901-4143 Department of Culture and Tourism Janet Schulte jschulte@nantucket-ma.gov 508-325-5396 EBP Adam Blair adam.blair@ebp-us.com 860-712-3393 Island Economic Impact Study of COVID-19 Crisis Summary Results are CompletedNANTUCKET, Massachusetts-- In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact on Nantucket businesses and organizations has been significant: more than 90 percent have lost revenue ranging from $5,000

The Nantucket Fund for Emergency Relief Announces Matching Gift Challenge

The Nantucket Fund for Emergency Relief Announces Matching Gift ChallengeIn March the Community Foundation for Nantucket established the Nantucket Fund for Emergency Relief – a COVID-19 relief fund. Almost immediately, ReMain Nantucket pledged to match up to $250,000 in donations to help kickstart the fund. In three short weeks we met the incredibly generous ReMain Nantucket match of $250,000. We have now seen the magnitude of assistance required to address the ever-growing community need, and we have set

A message from Cape Air Founder and CEO, Dan Wolf, and Cape Air President, Linda Markham

A message from Cape Air Founder and CEO, Dan Wolf, and Cape Air President, Linda MarkhamWhat we are doing to provide a safe experience for our travelers We hope this email finds you and your family safe and healthy during this time. At Cape Air, our most important priority remains the safety of our passengers, employees, and communities. We have implemented protocols, based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as regulatory authorities, aimed at reducing the further

Clarification of Letter to Nantucket Seasonal Residents:

Clarification of Letter to Nantucket Seasonal Residents: (April 29, 2020) A letter to seasonal residents from the Town of Nantucket, Nantucket Cottage Hospital, and the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce that was released on Monday appears to be causing confusion related to the scope of recommendations and its intent.  Together, we feel it is important to clarify that the recommendation regarding quarantine for those traveling to Massachusetts pertains only to the timeframe of Governor Baker's orders

Letter to Nantucket Seasonal Residents

Letter to Nantucket Seasonal Residents: (April 27, 2020) On behalf of everyone at the Town of Nantucket, Nantucket Cottage Hospital, and the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, we hope this message finds you and your loved ones well. As you consider a return to the island we wanted to reach out to our seasonal residents with some guidance and best practices to ensure that the summer will be as safe as possible for everyone on Nantucket.  While you have been away, much has transpired on the island. Early

Nantucket Fund for Emergency Relief Meets ReMain Nantucket Matching Challenge & Awards

The Nantucket Fund for Emergency Relief Meets ReMain Nantucket Matching Challenge and Awards first Emergency Relief Grants. The Community Foundation is pleased to announce that through an outpouring of generous donations we have met ReMain Nantucket’s matching gift challenge. In three weeks, the Foundation raised the $250,000 to be matched by ReMain Nantucket, and we continue to look for support. “We are so grateful to ReMain Nantucket for signing on to be our first major donor to the Nantucket Fund for

Cape Cod 5 to Match up to $125,000 in Support for Local Healthcare Systems

Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at sdennehy@capecodfive.com Cape Cod 5 to Match up to $125,000 in Support for Local Healthcare Systems Challenge match includes a $100,000 challenge to community members and a $25,000 match for employee giving Hyannis, MA – Cape Cod 5 announced today that it will match up to $100,000 in community support for seven local healthcare organizations: Cape Cod Healthcare; Community Health Center of Cape Cod; Outer Cape Health Services; Nantucket Cottage

EGAN MARITIME INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES “TIME AND TIDE” NANTUCKET’S MARITIME HISTORY PODCAST

EGAN MARITIME INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF “TIME AND TIDE” NANTUCKET’S MARITIME HISTORY PODCAST Nantucket Island, MA – “Time and Tide” a new podcast presented by Egan Maritime Institute, was launched on April 10, 2020. Hosted by Evan Schwanfelder, Manager of Maritime Education, the podcast recalls some of the most dramatic stories from Nantucket’s seafaring past. Listeners will be riveted to tales that rise from the depths of despair to the peak of human hope and salvation. In the first episode Evan

ReMain Nantucket joins Nantucket Organizations to Develop Economic Impact Study of COVID-19 Crisis

ReMain Nantucket joins Nantucket Organizations to Develop Economic Impact Study of COVID-19 Crisis NANTUCKET, Massachusetts---ReMain Nantucket announced today that it has commissioned a series of studies on the short-term economic impacts of COVID-19 on local businesses and organizations. The initial survey, which is being conducted by the Boston-based consulting firm EBP US, was emailed to members of Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, Nantucket Island non-profit organizations, Nantucket Builders

Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts 21 st Annual Spring Sweep Auction in NEW ONLINE Format

Artists Association of Nantucket Press Release Date: April 2, 2020 Contact: Peter J. Greenhalgh, Gallery Manager peter@nantucketarts.org Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts 21st Annual Spring Sweep Auction in NEW ONLINE Format www.32auctions.com/SpringSweep2020 During this unprecedented time, The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is reaching out to all members of our community & beyond to help “add a little color to your lives” by hosting a Shelter-in-Place Spring Sweep Instagram Preview

2020 Nantucket Book Festival Moves to Virtual Format

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3 April 2020 2020 Nantucket Book Festival Moves to Virtual Format The Nantucket Book Festival will create an online experience for its audience to experience and enjoy the 2020 lineup of authors. NANTUCKET, MA — In light of the COVID-19 precautions, The Nantucket Book Foundation is unable to present the 9 th annual Nantucket Book Festival in its “traditional” multi-venue format in downtown Nantucket on June 18-21. However, Festival staff and board members are working on producing a

ReMain Nantucket & Community Foundation Partner with $250,000 Match to Help Nonprofits - COVID-19

CONTACTS: ReMain Nantucket Virna Gonzalez vgonzalez@remainnantucket.org 508-901-4143 Community Foundation for Nantucket Carlisle Jensen cjensen@cfnan.org 508-825-9993 ReMain Nantucket and the Community Foundation for NantucketPartner with $250,000 Match to Help Nonprofits during COVID-19 Crisis NANTUCKET, Massachusetts---ReMain Nantucket and Community Foundation for Nantucket announced today ReMain Nantucket’s dollar-for-dollar matching donation of up to $250,000 to support the Community

Cape Cod 5 Commits $500,000 to Support Local COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Cape Cod 5 Commits $500,000 to Support Local COVID-19 Relief Efforts Pledge includes immediate philanthropic donations to local organizations, along with financial assistance for its customers and community members and other support measures Hyannis, MA – As part of its community commitment, in response to the unprecedented situation caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Cape Cod 5 announced today a commitment of $500,000 in philanthropic support to assist those affected by COVID-19 on Cape Cod, the Islands

Nantucket Community Television Partners With The Nantucket Comedy Festival For A New Series

Nantucket Community Television is proud to announce a new partnership with The Nantucket Comedy Festival in support for Stand Up and Learn. These two nonprofits are teaming up to support the island’s community (and beyond) bringing viewers a new weekly program broadcasting a comedy show called THE BEST MEDICINE. Perfect timing. “For the past 13 summers, the nation's best comics and rising stars have gathered on Nantucket.....The Nantucket Comedy Festival is a highlight of the island's summer scene, as it

Nantucket Wine & Food Festival Response to COVID-19

Nantucket Wine & Food Festival Response to COVID-19 In light of the continued uncertainty and potential health risks posed by COVID-19, the 24th annual NWF, originally scheduled for May 13-17, 2020 will not proceed as planned. Together with our host hotel partner, The White Elephant, we are focused on the well-being of our festival and island community. Taking national, regional and local public health agencies suggestions into consideration, we have made the difficult decision to reschedule the 2020

Coronavirus Notice to Nantucket Community First confirmed case of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on island

Coronavirus Notice to Nantucket Community First confirmed case of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on island (March 22, 2020) Nantucket Cottage Hospital has received confirmation of the first positive case of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on the island. The patient is quarantined and isolated at home, and is monitoring their symptoms with our clinicians. The patient was screened and tested at Nantucket Cottage Hospital on Friday, March 20, and the result was reported positive on Sunday, March 22, less than 48 hours

Community Foundation for Nantucket announces a COVID-19 Response Fund

Community Foundation for Nantucket announces a COVID-19 Response Fund  The Community Foundation has established the Nantucket Fund for Emergency Relief. This Fund will award grants on a rolling basis to nonprofits that are addressing the most important needs during this broad-based community emergency.  With businesses, governments, and all other organizations all reeling from the economic impact of COVID-19, the Nantucket Community has been left with more questions than answers as to what the future

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NANTUCKET CHAMBER POSTPONES 46 th DAFFODIL WEEKEND IN RESPONSE TO GOVERNOR BAK

NANTUCKET CHAMBER POSTPONES 46 th DAFFODIL WEEKEND - IN RESPONSE TO GOVERNOR BAKER’S PUBLIC GATHERING BAN  Monday 16 March 2020 Nantucket, Mass — Nantucket Chamber’s interim President/CEO Kristie Ferrantella today announced, in response to Governor Charlie Baker’s ‘social distancing’ mandate, that the Chamber has re-scheduled its 46th Annual Nantucket Daffodil Parade & Picnic scheduled for 25 April 2020 to a date which is yet to be determined. This unprecedented postponement was made with an abundance of

NCTV18 Finalized Terms With Comcast

NANTUCKET, MA — Following more than three years of legal wrangling, the Select Board approved the Town of Nantucket's cable committee finalized terms of Comcast's contract renewal that supports the island’s public access television station —Nantucket Community Television (NCTV). The cable committee completed the negotiation of a new, ten-year, cable television contract with Comcast Corporation (February 19, 2020 - February 18, 2030). “We are happy that Comcast has agreed with new conditions that benefit

Cape Cod 5 Supports Island Teachers with Educational Mini-Grants

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 19, 2020 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.com   Cape Cod 5 Supports Island Teachers with Educational Mini-GrantsCelebrates 20 years of Mini-Grants with 20 bonus grants Hyannis, MA – Cape Cod 5 welcomed local public school teachers to their new headquarters (HQ5™) in Hyannis for the 20 th Annual Mini-Grants Awards Reception on Wednesday, February 5, 2020.

NHA Hosts the 3rd Annual Flower Power Party

Contact: Emma Graham, Events Coordinator Nantucket Historical Association egraham@nha.org, 508-228-1894 x 115 For Immediate Release: Thursday, February 20, 2020   NHA Hosts the 3rd Annual Flower Power Party NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to host the 3 rd Annual Flower Power Party on Friday, April 24, 2020, 6–8:30 p.m., at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. The Flower Power Party kicks off the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce’s 46 th Annual Daffodil

Nantucket Historical Association Launches New Online Collections Catalog

Nantucket Historical Association LaunchesNew Online Collections Catalog    NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to announce the launch of a new way of searching our collections of books, manuscripts and artifacts. The NHA has committed $250,000 over two years to this major initiative. Connie and Tom Cigarran of Nashville and Nantucket spearheaded the fundraising efforts. The online catalog contains more than 70,000 collection records which are now accessible through a

Cape Cod 5 Celebrates Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening of New Campus in Hyannis, MA

Press Release for Cape Cod 5 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 28, 2020 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.comCape Cod 5 Celebrates Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening of New Campus in Hyannis, MAThe campus is comprised of the Bank’s new headquarters (HQ5™) as well as a full- service Banking Center located on Route 132 – all designed to serve as a platform from which to better serve customers and communities Hyannis, MA – On Tuesday, January 28, community

Cape Cod 5 Chair and CEO Dorothy Savarese Appointed as President of Federal Reserve Board CDIAC

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 22, 2020 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.com   Cape Cod 5 Chair and CEO Dorothy Savarese Appointed as President of Federal Reserve Board CDIAC Orleans, MA – Dorothy A. Savarese, Chair and CEO of Cape Cod 5, has been appointed by the Federal Reserve Board to serve as the President of their Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council (CDIAC) for

NANTUCKET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION

NANTUCKET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION Nantucket, MA 17 January 2020 — The board of directors of Nantucket Chamber of Commerce today announced that David Martin, the Chamber’s president and CEO since September 2017, will step down to accept the position of Chief Business Development Officer at the Nantucket Historical Association (NHA). Martin will continue to serve on several Chamber committees and advise the Chamber on important issues that affect our island community. No

Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts first 2020 Exhibition at the Visual Arts Center (VAC): Red-Hot Valentine’s Small Works Exhibition

Artists Association of Nantucket Press Release Date: January 21, 2020 Contact: Peter J. Greenhalgh, AAN Gallery Manager                508 228 0722 peter@nantucketarts.org  Artists Association of NantucketHosts first 2020 Exhibition at the Visual Arts Center (VAC):Red-Hot Valentine’s Small Works Exhibition Although we’re in the throes of the off-season—the harbor holds only a few boats, the beaches are wind-swept and empty, and the wisps of smoke from cozy fireplaces abound, the Artists Association

AAN announces annual Plein Air Festival Nantucket 2020 to kick off the association’s 75 th Anniversary year celebration.

Artists Association of Nantucket Press Release Date: January 14, 2020 Contact: Liz Hunt O'Brien, 508 228 0722 liz@nantucketarts.org   AAN announces annual Plein Air Festival Nantucket 2020 to kick off the association’s 75 th Anniversary year celebration.Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the expanded 75 th anniversary- year celebration of the association’s annual Plein Air Nantucket festival. This year’s festival will serve as a kick-off event for the 75 th anniversary and

RogersGray continues expansion with the acquisition of the G.H. Dunn Agency

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2019 Red Ticket Winners

(Dec. 24, 2019) The Nantucket Chamber of Commerce held its annual Red Ticket drawing Tuesday afternoon, making Christmas a little merrier for seven islanders. Matthew Fry took home the $5,000 prize, with a ticket the received from Island Lumber, and Maria Silva won a new prize this year, a $500 gift card from Stop & Shop with a ticket they received from Bartlett's Farm. Winners of the $1,000 prizes, and the businesses that provided them the tickets, were Lori Holmes (from Stop & Shop), Richard Anthony

David Lazarus exhibition in the Sherlund Conference Room

Ashley Santos, Associate Director of Marketing  Nantucket Historical Associationashley@nha.org, 508-228-1894, ext. 131  For Immediate Release: Tuesday, December 3, 2019  David Lazarus exhibition in the Sherlund Conference Room  NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to feature works by artist David Lazarus in the Sherlund Conference Room at the Whaling Museum during the holiday season. This exhibit will feature Nantucket themed oil and watercolor paintings, as well as

NIR Receives The Boston Globe’s “Top Places to Work” 2019 Award for the Sixth Consecutive Year

Nantucket Island Resorts Receives The Boston Globe’s “Top Places to Work” 2019 Award for the Sixth Consecutive Year Nantucket Island Resorts has been recognized by The Boston Globe’s 12th annual “Top Places to Work” 2019 for the sixth consecutive year. The annual employee-based survey received submissions from more than 65,000 employees at 323 Massachusetts-based companies this year. Nantucket Island Resorts ranked #31 within the “Large Employer” category (250-999 employees). The results were published in

Cape Cod 5 Promotes Chris Richards to Executive Vice President

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 22, 2019 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.comCape Cod 5 Promotes Chris Richards to Executive Vice President Dorothy Savarese, Chair & CEO of Cape Cod 5, recently announced the promotion of Chris Richards, Chief Banking Services Officer, to Executive Vice President. Chris will continue to serve as Chief Banking Services Officer and report to Bert Talerman,

NHA Celebrates the 26th Annual Festival of Trees

Contact:Stacey W. Stuart, Director of Corporate DevelopmentNantucket Historical Associationsstuart@nha.org, 508-228-1894 x 130  For Immediate Release: Monday, November 18, 2019  Photo Credit: Barbara Clarke Photography (please email for more photos, if needed)    NHA Celebrates the 26th Annual Festival of Trees NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to celebrate the 26th annual Festival of Trees, held December 6 through December 31, 2019, at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad

NHA Celebrates the 26th Annual Festival of Trees

Contact: Stacey W. Stuart, Director of Corporate Development Nantucket Historical Association sstuart@nha.org, 508-228-1894 x 130 For Immediate Release: Monday, November 18, 2019 Photo Credit: Barbara Clarke Photography (please email for more photos, if needed)     NHA Celebrates the 26th Annual Festival of Trees NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to celebrate the 26th annual Festival of Trees, held December 6 through December 31, 2019, at the Whaling Museum, 13

CAPE COD ART CENTER’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY “GIFT SHOW”

Contact: Rachael Shetler Cape Cod Art Center 3480 Route 6A Barnstable, MA 02630 (508) 362-2909 Curator@capecodartcenter.org    CAPE COD ART CENTER’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY “GIFT SHOW” (11/13/19 – Barnstable) Shop local this holiday season at Cape Cod Art Center’s annual “Gift Show” exhibit, on display in our galleries through Friday, December 20st, 2019. Cape Art Center’s permanent Gift Shop is also stocking up, ready for holiday shoppers. Cape Cod Art Center’s “Gift Show” exhibit features originals by local

NHA Celebrates the 21st Annual Festival of Wreaths

NHA Celebrates the 21st Annual Festival of Wreaths    NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to celebrate the 21st annual Festival of Wreaths, held November 27– December 1, 2019, in the Whaling Museum, McCausland Gallery, at 15 Broad Street.    The Festival of Wreaths is the NHA's kick off celebration to the holiday season. This community tradition features an array of wreaths beautifully crafted by local businesses, nonprofits, schools, organizations, and individuals that

Artists Association of Nantucket Announces Try It Out Tuesdays

Artists Association of Nantucket Announces Try It Out Tuesdays AAN is hosting “Try It Out Tuesdays” Workshops at the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive. Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce a new series of evening classes called “Try It Out Tuesdays.” These evenings are single mini-workshops that invite Nantucketers to come to AAN’s Visual Arts Center on 24 Amelia Drive and sample various classes.  “Having an opportunity to see whether you enjoy working in an unknown

CHAMBER ANNOUNCES 46th ANNUAL NANTUCKET NOEL 2019 LINE-UP WINTER NIGHTS & HOLIDAY LIGHTS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kristie Ferrantella | kristie@nantucketchamber.org 508-228-1700 x 2 CHAMBER ANNOUNCES 46th ANNUAL NANTUCKET NOEL 2019 LINE-UP WINTER NIGHTS & HOLIDAY LIGHTS October 2019 Nantucket Island —The Island’s month-long (November 29, 2019 to January 1, 2020) Nantucket Noel is a venerable tradition on Nantucket. With the influx of visitors and return of islanders with homes here for the holidays, Island population swells along with the intense feeling that something very special

Nantucket Lighthouse School to Host Award-Winning Author and Writer’s Workshop Educator Ralph Fletcher

Nantucket Lighthouse School to Host Award-Winning Author  and Writer’s Workshop Educator Ralph FletcherNANTUCKET, MA – Generously funded by the Community Foundation for Nantucket’s Nantucket Fund,Nantucket Lighthouse School is delighted to be hosting children’s author and Writer’s Workshop educator Ralph Fletcher on Wednesday, October 16, for a series of talks and a free professional development workshop for island educators. Fletcher, part of the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, has served as

Cape Cod 5 Promotes Stephen Johannessen to Chief Financial Officer

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 11, 2019 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.comCape Cod 5 Promotes Stephen Johannessen to Chief Financial Officer Cape Cod 5 is pleased to announce the promotion of Stephen Johannessen to Chief Financial Officer. He will retain his existing titles of Senior Vice President and Treasurer and will continue reporting to Matt Burke, Co-President. “Steve has

Dorothy Savarese Named to American Banker List of 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 10, 2019 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.comDorothy Savarese Named to American Banker List of 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking   For the eighth consecutive year, Dorothy A. Savarese, Chair and CEO of Cape Cod 5, has been named one of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking by American Banker, placing number 12 on the list this year. Honorees are recognized

Announcing HomeShare Nantucket

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Kristie Ferrantella | kristie@nantuckethamber.org508-228-1700  HOMESHARE NANTUCKET INITIATIVE TRANSFERRED TO NANTUCKET CHAMBER of COMMERCE  October 2019 Nantucket Island — David Martin, Nantucket Chamber president & CEO, announced that the Chamber has taken over operation of the Homeshare Nantucket initiative. Originally the brainchild of the Nantucket Civic League, the Chamber has placed the initiative under its organizational umbrella where its staff will maintain the

Cobblestones & Cranberries 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kristie Ferantella kristie@nantucketchamber.org 508-228-1700 COBBLESTONES & CRANBERRIES SATURDAY 13 OCTOBER 2019 October 2019 Nantucket Island —Chamber of Commerce President, David Martin, announced that the inaugural Cobblestones & Cranberries shopping event will launch this year. Timed to coordinate with Nantucket’s annual Cranberry Festival, this event will add to the seasonal excitement as the island transitions to cooler weather after a blistering hot and busy

“People, Places and Things” A Series of Three Exhibits at the Nirvana Coffee Company

“People, Places and Things” A Series of Three Exhibits at the Nirvana Coffee Company Showcase the Medium of Digital Art     (October 7, 2019 - Barnstable) What is Digital Art?  Three exhibits, “People, Places, & Things” at the Nirvana Coffee Company offer some answers to this question by showing the diversity possible in this new medium. The second exhibit, “Places” will be on view October 17. It will be followed by “& Things,” opening on December 12.   “Places” highlights the works of four artists.

NHA Publishes New Book About Susan and Charles Veeder by Island Author Betsy Tyler

NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is pleased to announce the release of A Thousand Leagues of Blue: The Whaling Voyages of Charles and Susan Veeder of Nantucket, a new publication by Betsy Tyler, in late November. This beautifully illustrated, 256-page hardcover publication is the true story of the trials and tribulations of a family enmeshed in the whaling industry and the ensuing drama and destruction wrought by this brutal pursuit. In the center of the tale is an ordinary woman,

Nantucket Community Foundation Named One of The Top Community Foundations in the Country

The Community Foundation for Nantucket is pleased to announce that we have been nationally ranked number 3 in Distribution Rate out of the 250 community foundations across the country that participated in the CF Insights’ Columbus Survey. In 2018, the Foundation awarded Grants totaling $3,085,671 and closed the year with $9,106,657 in Assets, resulting in a 34% distribution rate This data is provided by The Columbus Survey in partnership with CF Insights of the Foundation Center. The Columbus Survey is

Cape Cod 5 Chair & CEO Dorothy Savarese promotes Matthew Burke and Robert Talerman to Co-Presidents

PRESS RELEASEfor Cape Cod 5  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                   October 1, 2019                Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.com Cape Cod 5 Chair & CEO Dorothy Savarese promotes Matthew Burke and Robert Talerman to Co-Presidents  Orleans, MA – Chair and CEO Dorothy Savarese has announced the promotion of Bert Talerman and Matt Burke to Co-Presidents of Cape Cod 5, reporting to her.  “This organizational realignment provides professional

Nantucket Lighthouse School to expand its Rugged Road campus to focus on preschool through 5th grade

After 20 years, Nantucket Lighthouse School to expand its Rugged Road campus to focus on preschool through 5th grade Nantucket, Massachusetts — September 26, 2019 — As her first major initiative in her role as Head of School, Christine Braunohler Hanson is taking steps to focus fully on preschool and elementary. Hanson will oversee the reorganization and expansion of the Rugged Road campus to meet the growing demand for preschool as well as the Extended Day program.  5th grade will remain a part of the NLS

Nantucket's American Legion Post Celebrates Centennial with Three Events

Nantucket’s American Legion Post Celebrates Centennial with Three EventsFormer US VA Secretary Jim Nicholson Scheduled to Deliver Keynote Address at Gala DinnerFor more information, contact Carolyn Walsh, 508.680.4672, cwalshack@gmail.com NANTUCKET (August 30, 2019) -- The Byron L. Sylvaro American Legion Post 82 invites all citizens of Nantucket to a September-long celebration of the 100 th anniversary of the American Legion, America’s premier veterans service organization dedicated to “mutual

Audience Favorites Featured in Nantucket Arts Festival Friday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 13 2019

                                                  Audience Favorites Featured in Nantucket Arts Festival Friday, October 4 through Sunday, October 13, 2019  For immediate release September 16, 2019  The celebrated Nantucket Arts Festival returns this October for its 25th year, with a packed schedule of arts and cultural happenings. The festival’s signature events and audience favorites include: Lively exhibits of works by dozens of local amateur and professional artists A progressive concert on historic

“People, Places and Things” A Series of Three Exhibits at the Nirvana Coffee Company Showcase the Medium of Digital Art

(August 26, 2019 Barnstable) What is Digital Art? Three exhibits, “People, Places, & Things” at the Nirvana Coffee Company offer some answers to this question by showing the diversity possible in this new medium. The first and current exhibit, “People” will be on view until October 17. It will be followed by “Places” beginning October 17. “& Things” will open on December 12. “People” highlights the works of five artists. Barbara Barman’s work is painted on her iPad and focuses on the use of

Cape Cod 5 Names a Best Bank to Work For by American Banker

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings BankFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 4, 2019 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.com Cape Cod 5 Named a Best Bank to Work For by American Banker Orleans, MA – Cape Cod 5 has been named one of the 2019 Best Banks to Work For by American Banker. This is the Bank’s second year receiving this award in recognition of its strong investment in employee fulfillment, career development and personal

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Announces Kill The Whale: A Musical Odyssey

THEATRE WORKSHOP OF NANTUCKET ANNOUNCES Kill The Whale: A Musical OdysseyWriter/Composer: Daniel Emond September 16 Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street Kill the Whale: A Musical Odyssey is a musical and visual re-imagining of the classic Moby-Dick. The score, soaked in rock and hip hop, folk and roots, rhythm and blues, psychedelia and soul, like the culturally inclusive company of singer-musicians, is an eclectic reflection of America’s diversity. The show and future music videos will feature a strong and

JW Construction, Inc. Announces New Cape & Islands Division

JW Construction Inc. Contact: Chris Bianco Marketing Coordinator cbianco@jwconstructioninc.com 602-502-2438   JW Construction, Inc. Announces New Cape & Islands Division Boston, MA August 27, 2019 -- JW Construction, Inc., a Boston-based, full-service construction company has announced the grand opening of their Cape & Islands Division. The general contractor recently completed renovation on their new Cape headquarters, a historical property located at 66 School Street in Hyannis, just a short walk

NHA & AAN Partner to Purchase Significant Artwork by Andrew Shunney 2019

Contact: Ashley Santos, Associate Director of Marketing  Nantucket Historical Association ashley@nha.org, 508-228-1894, ext. 131   Nantucket Historical Association and Artists Association of Nantucket Partner to Purchase Significant Artwork by Andrew Shunney NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) and Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) are pleased to announce the purchase of significant pieces by artist Andrew Shunney (1916–78).    This acquisition by both organizations

Karmen Caylor & Laura Caryn Gray Join Nantucket Chamber of Commerce

Karmen Caylor and Laura Caryn Gray Join Nantucket Chamber of Commerce Nantucket, MA August 2019 — David W. Martin, President & CEO of Nantucket Chamber of Commerce, announced that Karmen Caylor and Laura Caryn Gray have joined as Member Relations & Events Coordinator and Member Services & Marketing Coordinator, respectively. These vital positions will both significantly drive member services and relations while providing enhanced marketing for events and other initiatives. Gray will provide

NHA hires Daniel Elias as Robyn & John Davis Chief Curator

Contact: Ashley Santos, Associate Director of Marketing  Nantucket Historical Association ashley@nha.org, 508-228-1894, ext. 131 NHA hires Daniel Elias as Robyn & John Davis Chief Curator NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Elias as the Robyn & John Davis Chief Curator. Elias comes to the position with wide experience in the arts and museum operations. Familiar to many from his time as host of WGBH’s Antiques Roadshow, Elias has

CC5 Donates $5,000 on behalf of Employees to Yarmouth Police Foundation

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29, 2019 Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.com Cape Cod 5 Donates $5,000 on behalf of Employees to Yarmouth Police Foundation Orleans, MA – Cape Cod 5 recently presented a $5,000 donation to the Yarmouth Police Foundation on behalf of all Bank employees and in honor of Yarmouth Police K-9 Sergeant Sean Gannon and K-9 Nero. As part of Cape Cod 5’s annual Employee

2019 Chamber Annual Celebration

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: David Martin | david@nantucketchamber.org | 508-228-1700   NANTUCKET ISLAND CHAMBER ANNOUNCES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP CELEBRATION AND 2019 AWARDS LINEUP    Nantucket, MA 5 August 2019 — David W. Martin, President & CEO of Nantucket Chamber, announced that Nantucket Chamber’s Annual Membership & Awards Celebration will be held Monday 23 September 2019 at 5:30PM at Nantucket Dreamland.                                                           This year’s meeting will include a

One Time Only Sale Of Baskets By Manny Dias at the Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum

For Immediate Release From: Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum Contact: Andrea Wulffleff, Executive Director andrea@nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org 508.228.1177     “ONE-TIME-ONLY SALE OF BASKETS BY MANNY DIAS, MONDAY, AUGUST 12 AT THE NANTUCKET LIGHTSHIP BASKET MUSEUM” FROM 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Nantucket, MA, August 3, 2019 - The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum is pleased to announce a special sale of baskets made by renowned basket maker, Manny Dias on Monday, August 12, 2019 from 10 am to

DayBreak Nantucket

    Starting Monday, August 5, those who love and care about Nantucket, no matter where they might be in the world, can learn about the island every morning in their email in-box. Nantucket Radio and its popular local station 97.7 ACK-FM are launching DayBreak Nantucket, a daily summary of headline news and information about the island, published daily in season and several times weekly in other months, at about the time dawn breaks on Nantucket’s eastern shore.     In easy-to-digest headlines, readers

Cape Cod Five Donates $5,000 on behalf of Employees to Yarmouth Police Foundation

PRESS RELEASE for The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                          July 29, 2019              Contact: Stephanie Dennehy for further information at 508-247-1605 or sdennehy@capecodfive.com   Cape Cod 5 Donates $5,000 on behalf of Employees to Yarmouth Police Foundation   Orleans, MA – Cape Cod 5 recently presented a $5,000 donation to the Yarmouth Police Foundation on behalf of all Bank employees and in honor of Yarmouth Police K-9 Sergeant Sean

NHA Publishes New Book: Scrimshaw on Nantucket with Stuart M. Frank

NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is pleased to announce the release of a new publication, Scrimshaw on Nantucket: The Collection of the Nantucket Historical Association by Dr. Stuart M. Frank this August. This beautiful hardcover book features more than 800 scrimshaw artifacts from the NHA’s world-class collection, newly photographed in stunning detail by island photographer Jeff Allen. Scrimshaw is an occupational folk art that has an important place in American history.

MORE NANTUCKET!

PO Box 359 58 Main Street Nantucket MA 02554 News Note Date: July 15, 2019 Contact: Virna Gonzalez 508-901-4143 vgonzalez@remainnantucket.org MORE NANTUCKET! ReMain Nantucket launches marketing campaign to reduce the barriers to downtown access by encouraging people to walk, bike, or ride public transportation. ReMain Nantucket is launching a multi-media campaign designed to encourage people to walk, bike, or ride public transportation into downtown Nantucket this summer. Visitors, seasonal

Auction: The Michael J. Kittredge II Collection

For Immediate Release June 24, 2019 Nantucket, MA ~Auction:The Michael J. Kittredge II Collection    For information, contact Gail Osona; ononaauctions@gmail.com, +1 508-228-3942     JULY 13, 2019  Rafael Osona Auctions will offer a single-owner sale of items from Michael Kittredge’s compound, “ACKlandia” in Nantucket, Massachusetts. Michael Kittredge is best known as the founder of Yankee Candle. The offerings include maritime art and artifacts, 2 automobiles, English antiques, furnishings

NANTUCKET GARDEN FESTIVAL 11TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION FEATURES ACCLAIMED LINE-UP

PRESS RELEASEContacts:Logan Gomes, Director of Advancement & Communications (p) 508-228-0427,  (e) lgomes@nantucketlighthouseschool.org  July 3, 2019   NANTUCKET GARDEN FESTIVAL 11TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION  FEATURES ACCLAIMED LINE-UP  NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Garden Festival is a nationally-recognized celebration of horticulture, design and sustainability that attracts over 500 participants to Nantucket Island each July. Through workshops and keynote lectures with world-renowned authors and industry

NANTUCKET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES 2019 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

NANTUCKET CHAMBER OF COMMERCEANNOUNCES 2019 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS    Nantucket, Mass 21 June 2019 — Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce President/CEO David Martin has announced the two winners of its annual scholarship program. Marta Saravia and Cameron Gottlieb will each receive a scholarship award of $1,000.  Saravia is a 2019 graduate of Nantucket High School, a varsity cross country team member, Cross Country Honor Roll Award recipient and post-Hurricane Maria Puerto Rico community service

AAN announces the opening of Folk Tales to Fine Art: A John Lochtefeld Retrospective

Artists Association of Nantucket Press Release Date:         June 3, 2019 Contact:     Liz Hunt O'Brien, Director of Public Programs         508 228 0722         liz@nantucketarts.org The Artists Association of Nantucket is pleased to announce the opening of Folk Tales to Fine Art: A John Lochtefeld Retrospective at the Visual Arts Center   The exhibition opened to the public on June 3; an opening reception celebration will take place Friday, June 28 at the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive.

Darya Salon + Spa Opens New Location at White Elephant

Darya Salon + Spa 7 South Beach Street, Nantucket MA 02554 (508) 228-0550 For Immediate Release   Darya Salon + Spa Opens New Location at White Elephant   April 18, 2019, Nantucket, MA – Darya Salon + Spa on Nantucket has expanded its services to include spa treatments at the iconic White Elephant Hotel. The new spa, open to both hotel guests and the public, features three treatment rooms for organic facials, detoxifying body treatments, and therapeutic massage. Before and after spa

NHA welcomes Smithsonian American Art Museum Traveling Exhibit this summer

Contact: Ashley Santos, Associate Director of Marketing Nantucket Historical Association ashley@nha.org, 508-228-1894, ext. 131 For Immediate Release: Tuesday, May 21, 2019 NHA welcomes Smithsonian American Art Museum Traveling Exhibit this summer NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is pleased to present a major traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM), which opens for the season on Memorial Day weekend. Modern American Realism: Highlights from the

CC5 Reviews Accomplishments, Reports Strong Results & Welcomes New Corporators at Annual Meeting

Nantucket’s White Elephant Partners w/ Mandarin Oriental, Boston to Offer “2 If by Land, 3 if by Sea'' Package

Nantucket's White Elephant Partners with Mandarin Oriental, Boston to offer "Two If by Land, Three if by Sea" Package The White Elephant on Nantucket is partnering with Mandarin Oriental, Boston to offer guests a New England vacation experience with three nights on the island and two nights under the city lights. The package also includes experiences such as a sailing tour around Nantucket and tickets to the Whaling Museum, the backbone of the island’s history. Rates start at $3,398 for two

The Gift of Music: The Ashley Sanford Music Therapy Program at NCH

  The Gift of Music: The Ashley Sanford Music Therapy Program at NCH   For immediate release:   (May 2, 2019) The new Nantucket Cottage Hospital will be filled with the healing sounds of music thanks to a remarkable gift from Bruce and Marilou Sanford and their friends in memory of their late daughter, Ashley.   The lobby of the new hospital now features a Steinway Spirio baby grand piano, known as the world’s finest high resolution self-playing piano. This gift from the Sanford

Red Ticket Drawing Winners 2018

Copy Reposted from Inquirer and Mirror (Dec. 24, 2018) The Nantucket Chamber of Commerce held its annual Red Ticket drawing Monday afternoon, making Christmas a little merrier for seven islanders. Karl Smith took home the $5,000 prize, with a ticket he received from Island Carpet, and Robert Reid won a new prize this year, a $1,000 gift card from the Steamship Authority. Winners of the $1,000 prizes, and the businesses that provided them the tickets, were Laura McCloskey (Marine Home Center), Caleb