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Chinese Folk Art Dancers -

Feb 16th

 


Celebrate the Lunar

New Year! - Feb 16th

 

 


Lego extravaganza! - Feb 20th

 

 

 

Be the Top Banana - Feb 17th

 

 

 

Origami Peace Crane -

Feb 19th

 

 

Share Thornton Burgess's love of the Cape's wild life and natural spaces

 

 

Little Pirates Art Contest

 

 

Restaurant specials for kids!

 

 

 

Color me! Kite Contest

 

 

 

Tea with Teddy...

 

 

 

Aspiring vets? Learn animal first aid and what animal care is really like - Feb 18

 

 

 

Meet some of your local foods

Feb 16th

 

 

Play ball at Vacation Kamp

 

 

So, get out and PLAY this

February Break!

 

  Vacation Sandwich First

So many things to do over February break -

the kids will love vacationing at home!

 

Vacation Special Rates  

Feb 13-20   24/7          

$99 special vacation rate....one way to Airport

Let us make your Feb. vacation stress fee and assist you with all your transportation needs. Drive the kids to the Mall  or pick up college students at the airport or train station.

Please call 24/7 to make your reservations.                      

A Helping Van   508-360-0173   www.ahelpingvan.com

    

2010 Lunar New Year Celebration

SOLD OUT

Feb 16 - 11 am       Event is free

Sponsored by the Taipei Economic & Cultural Office, Sandwich Recreation Department, Eastern Bank and the Friends of the Sandwich Public Library.

Celebrate the Year of the Tiger with a spectacular performance by the Chinese Folk Art Workshop at the Oak Ridge School. All ages. Registration online is required.                

Sandwich Public Library  508-888-0625 x305   www.sandwichpubliclibrary.com

 

Kids Eat Free  - All week

Take the kids out on us! Kids free (12 and under) off the kids menu, accompanied by an adult, dine-in only.

Booster Bar & Grill   508-539-3443   79 Route 130     www.boosterbargrill.com

 

Are You Sandwich’s Top Banana? 

Feb 17  2pm – 5 pm

We want to know who’s the Best of the Bunch!

Top Banana Bananagram Tournament.Compete against other kids your age for very a-“peel”ing prizes and the Top Banana Crown. Ask for your application at the desk.

Heart of Stone   508-833-8500   130 Route 6A    www.HeartofStoneOnline.com

 

Animal Tracks and Signs  

Feb 15 - 9:30am-11:30am

Hike out with the naturalist looking for signs along the Briar Patch Trail.  Each family receives a track guide and creates a set of an animal’s track in plaster to take home. 

Fee is $5 adult, $3 child (family maximum $16). Advance registration required.

Green Briar Nature Center   508-888-6870  

6 Discovery Hill Road   www.thorntonburgess.org

Old Fashioned Treats  

Feb 17 - 1pm to 3pm

Families work together in the century-old jam kitchen creating popcorn balls and molasses taffy.  All materials are provided.  Suitable for families with children ages 6 and up - $25 per family with a five person maximum per family. Advanced registration is required.

Green Briar Nature Center   508-888-6870  

6 Discovery Hill Road   www.thorntonburgess.org

 

Rocks and Minerals

February 19 - 9:30am to 11:30am

This is a hands-on exploration of common Cape Cod rocks, which have been here for millions of years.  Fee is $5 adult, $3 child (family max $16). Advanced registration required.

Green Briar Nature Center   508-888-6870  

6 Discovery Hill Road   www.thorntonburgess.org

 

Shipwrecks of Cape Cod 

Feb 20 - 6pm

This entertaining and informative slide program and talk covers wrecks from the 1600’s up to 1945. Fee is $5 adult, $3 child (family max $16). Advanced registration is required.

Green Briar Nature Center  508-888-6870  

6 Discovery Hill Road  www.thorntonburgess.org

 

Live Animal Story Times  

Feb 13,  16, 18 and 20 - 10:30am

These drop-in Story Times featuring Peter Rabbit and friends are suitable for families with children ages 3 and up.  Fee is $1 per person.  

Green Briar Nature Center   508-888-6870  

6 Discovery Hill Road   www.thorntonburgess.org

 

Critter Capers 

Feb 19 - 10:30am

This drop-in program introduces one of the small resident animals and is suitable for families with children ages 3 and up.  Fee is $1 per person.  

Green Briar Nature Center   508-888-6870 

6 Discovery Hill Road   www.thorntonburgess.org

 

Origami Palooza  

Feb 19 1pm – 4pm;  drop-in

No charge for paper supplies

Create a wonderful paper animal or flower. ORIGAMI comes from the Japanese words "ORI"- meaning to fold & "KAMI"- meaning paper. Create a crane for our peace chain!    

Splash Stationers   774-413-8566   18 Jarves Street   Splashshop@me.com

 

FUNky Time @ The Nail Sanctuary

Feb 13th & 16th  -20th – call for appointment

FREE NAIL ART and refreshments.  Come in and enjoy a manicure and we’ll do a polish change for one child FREE.

The Nail Sanctuary at Footcare Essentials  

508-888-2777   22 Jarves Street

 

Kite Coloring Contest  

All week -  Free

Stop by with the kids for refreshments and a paper kite coloring contest!

The Community Bank   408-833-5111   Heritage Park – 337 Cotuit Road   www.communitybank.com

 

Support Sandwich Athletics - All week

Support Sandwich teams by eating out!  A portion of ALL food sales for the week will go to the Sandwich Athletic Department.

Booster Bar & Grill   508-539-3443   79 Route 130   www.boosterbargrill.com

Enjoy the beauty of Scorton Creek

… during the winter while staying at Spring Garden Inn. Close to all that Sandwich has to offer and the rate is great too!

Spring Garden Inn   508-888-0710   578 Rte. 6A       www.springgarden.com

$ave BIG at Sandwich’s #1 Rated Property!   Feb 1 – 28

10% OFF on two-night minimum stay

Enjoy Cape Cod’s top-rated luxury B&B!  Spa, fireplaces, gourmet breakfast 2nd to none, pampering like you deserve!  Mention Sandwich/Feb 2/10 when making reservation.

Annabelle Bed and Breakfast   508-833-1419  

4 Grove Street   www.annabellebedandbreakfast.com

 

Learn to save – For Children

February 17 & 18  - 9am -3pm   No cost

Learn to save while having fun.  Balloons, tattoos, games and more.  Free gift for new accounts. 

Eastern Bank   508 -888-4449  

65C Route 6A, Stop & Shop Plaza  www.Easternbank.com

 

Vacation Kamp for Kids  

Feb 15-17  1pm-3pm

Ages 5-10

Members- 1st child $12/2nd child $10;Non members- 1st child $15/2nd child $12

Basketball, Soccer, Hockey, Wally Ball, Relay Races, Fun & Games, Arts & Crafts. Register in advance by Feb 10th

Sportsite Health & Racquet Club   508-888-7900  

315 Cotuit Rd.         donna.sportsite@comcast.net

 

Vacation Kamp for Kids  

Feb 19   6:30pm-8:30pm

5th & 6th grade social

Members- 1st child $12/2nd child $10; Non members- 1st child $15/2nd child $12

Pizza, Games, Wally Ball, Music, Sports Play

Register in advance by Feb 10th     

Sportsite Health & Racquet Club   508-888-7900  

315 Cotuit Rd.      donna.sportsite@comcast.net

 

“Best Way to Sail Away” Drink Vote at Caribbean Week  

Feb 15-21

Have a Rum Swizzle or any Caribbean Cocktail.  Vote your favorite & enter to win!  Enjoy authentic Caribbean Specials- from hearty stews to fruity salsas, seafood galore

and a “bottle of rum”- at lunch, dinner and Sunday Breakfast.

The Bee-Hive Tavern   508-833-1184   406 Route 6A   www.thebeehivetavern.com

 

Little Pirates Contest at Caribbean Week

Feb 15-21

Young Mateys Island Art contest & a “Little Pirates of the Caribbean” menu, plus authentic specials for the over-21 crowd at lunch, dinner and Sunday Breakfast.

The Bee-Hive Tavern   508-833-1184  

406 Route 6A   www.thebeehivetavern.com

 

Tea with Someone Special  - All week

Beth’s Special Teas is offering a special menu for you and your American doll or Teddy Bear Tea all week all day.  Also bring your Mom in for lunch and receive a free pot of tea.   www.bethsspecialteas.com

Beth’s Special Teas   508-888-7716   16 Jarves St.  

M-Sat 8:00am-5:00pm   Sun 9:00am-3:00pm

 

The Crazy Camel Craft Contest  

Feb 16, 17, 18 - 9:30am-5:00pm

Featured Daily Activity for At Home Do-it-Yourselfers! All participants are encouraged to bring their masterpieces back to be put on display for 1 week and judged by Camel customers.  The winners will receive $20 in Camel Cash!  All 3 featured activities are gender neutral and under $10.  While supplies last.

The Crazy Camel Toy Store   508-833-8334  

280 Route 130 C7

 

Breakfast at Gallery’s…Gallery Gourmet That Is  Feb 13  9:00am-1:00pm   No Cost

Highlighting Local Food Producers.  Delightful samples of scones, breads, free-range eggs, organic oatmeal, sausages and coffee.  Cooked hot, to start your vacation right.

Gallery Gourmet   508-888-3633   593 Route 6A   www.gallerygourmetcapecod.com

 

Food & Fun at Gallery Gourmet’s!  

Feb 16   1 pm-3pm   No Cost

Learn about bees, honey & make your own beeswax candle. Decorate cupcakes, meet “local” chickens and meet “local” lobsters that will explain their scavenger nickname.

Gallery Gourmet   508-888-3633   598 Route 6A   www.gallerygourmetcapecod.com

 

Meet the Dedicated Animal Specialists at C.A.R.E  

Feb 18   1:30pm-4 pm  

See first aid demonstrations, learn about the extensive care & services provides by C.A.R.E. You’re invited to C.A.R.E in S.Dennis for a tour.  Meet Nancy Bishop, Veterinary Rehab. Practitioner.  For children 6 yrs or older.

Gallery Gourmet   508-888-3633   598 Route 6A   www.gallerygourmetcapecod.com

 

Take A Shopping Time Out

Feb 19   2pm-4pm   No Cost

Shop…and while you do, enjoy tastings, refreshments, Vacation Sandwich First promotions and cooking demonstrations.  Kids will enjoy face painting, balloons, hot cocoa and treats.

Gallery Gourmet   508-888-3633   598 Route 6A   www.gallerygourmetcapecod.com

 

Crazy For LEGOs?  Meet and Play With an Expert!  

SOLD OUT

Feb 20 - 10 am, 11:30am and 1:30pm

Sean Kenney, the 1st Certified LEGO professional in the world, will bring 12,000 LEGOs and sign his new book, Cool Cars and Trucks.  $5 per child (redeemable toward purchase of the book).  Event will be at Riverview School, 551 Route 6A, East Sandwich, www.riverviewschool.com) co-host of the event.  RESERVATIONS REQUIRED-  contact:

Titcomb’s Bookshop   508-888-2331   432 Route 6A

 

 

 

 

 


 

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