Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association 2025 Handbook

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CHATHAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION chathaminfo.com

Extraordinary.

EVERY SEASON IN CHATHAM IS

Chatham is a remarkable place to visit — and for many, a forever-home dream. The town’s natural beauty is evident from every perspective — by foot, bicycle, boat, bus, car, or airplane. At the beginning or end of the day, nothing is better for the heart and soul than taking a walk to view a Chatham sunrise or sunset over the water.

The Chatham 2025 handbook was created for everyone who lives in or visits Chatham, and we hope you’ll use it as a resource throughout all four seasons until our next edition in May of 2026. Our editorial and advertising team is grateful to countless community members who provided updated information, events, and new maps featuring conservation areas, points of interest, and parking/visitor resources. Thanks also to the Town of Chatham and all who support our small businesses and community organizations. The impactful collaborative efforts to preserve and protect the environment, history, and culture of our special town are highlighted throughout this book — please explore and celebrate Chatham with us!

Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association Advocating for Businesses & the Chatham Community P.S. To reach us about editorial or ad content on the Chatham Chamber website or in Chatham 2026, please email chamber@chathaminfo.com.

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table of contents PHOTO COURTESY OF BET T Y WILEY

Welcome to Chatham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Fishing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Boating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Town of Chatham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Eco-Tours: Seal and Wildlife Observation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Baseball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Parking/Public Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Conservation Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Weather. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Trail Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Points of Interest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Culture: Arts, Music & Theater. . . . . . . 56

Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

A Toast to Our Shellfishing Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Town Beaches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Town Landings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Beach Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Cycling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Shellfishing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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Exploring Our Villages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Community Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Helpful Phone Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Thrift Shops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Places of Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Dining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Accommodations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Member Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Map of Chatham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Chatham 2025 is the official publication of the Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association, © 2025. Chatham 2025 Team: Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Angela Bucar and Operations Manager Danita Scribner; Editor: Dawn Dinnan; Art Director: Alison Caron; and Sales & Marketing Executive: Sarah Grant. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without written permission of the Chamber. Although every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of information in this publication, the Chamber cannot assume responsibility for any errors or omissions.

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C H AT H A M C H A M B E R & M E R C H A N T S

welcome to chatham PHOTO COURTESY OF BET T Y WILEY

Chatham 2025 was created by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce, an organization that was incorporated in 1942 as a successor to the Chatham Board of Trade. With over 300 members, the Chamber is dedicated to advocating for businesses and the greater Chatham community. Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association members donate countless hours to enhancing, protecting, and preserving all that is beautiful about Chatham.

This year’s handbook is a tribute to change-makers throughout the community who give selflessly to this resilient town, and thus to every person who cherishes Chatham today and in the future.

The Chamber of Commerce collaborates on goals aligned with Chatham’s municipal leadership. In tandem with economic development efforts, the Chatham Chamber strives to: • help year-round residents, part-time residents, and visitors;

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• honor the rich maritime heritage of our spirited New England town; and • protect the town’s cherished resources — especially our precious water supplied from wells that draw from the Monomoy Lens aquifer, one of six aquifers that make up the Cape Cod Sole Source Aquifer.

Our freshwater ponds and drinking water supply rely upon good stewardship, amplified by many Chamber member organizations and allies dedicated to our environment.

Chatham’s history also brings townspeople and visitors together. June has been named “Chatham History Month,” and the Chamber is part of a cooperative effort among our museums and organizations focused on local heritage and history.

Sponsored by Historic Chatham, the event engages residents and visitors in the town’s rich history through a month-long series of special events at Chatham’s many historic sites, museums, and organizations.

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C H AT H A M C H A M B E R & M E R C H A N T S The Chatham Merchants Association, an integral part of the Chatham Chamber of Commerce, is led by an active group of retailers and other business managers who direct special events and programs, including Art in the Park, Pumpkin People in the Park, Oktoberfest, and December’s Christmas by the Sea Stroll.

Chatham’s

Art Park in the 2025

Sharks and Whales are Available! $150 Chamber Members • $300 Non-Members Art in the Park display runs in SERVICESKate FOR VISITORS OF COMMERCE Gould ParkCHATHAM June 18CHAMBER - August 14 AND LOCALS

AND MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION COMMUNICATIONS

The Shapes and the Oars (for Website: Oars inchathaminfo.com the Stores Scavenger Hunt) This powerful will be distributed March ?? resource from features 5 to 6Chatty pm the Chatbot, an AI genius with a sense of humor who answers Creative Arts Center, 154 Crowell Road questions about Chatham in seconds. The chat pops up each time you open chathaminfo.com. The First Come, First Served Chamber site draws well over 100,000 unique visitors

The Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center is located in the town-owned David T. Bassett House, 2377 Main Street, at the intersection of Routes 28 and 137 in South Chatham. Use caution entering and exiting the narrow driveway on the bend.

each year to search the offerings of our Chamber

members whose only landing pages provide detailed Oars are for members - $75 product and service offerings, and links to special

events, and other news.

The seasonal Information Booth is located at 533 Mainmore Street, Info on membership?

Need next to Town Hall. Both locations Physical Address: ChathamInfo.com are managed by the Chatham 2377 Main St. (at intersection Chamber of Commerce; the of Rtes. 28 & 137) buildings and land are maintained Chatham, MA 02659 For more INFOSouth on ART in the PARK by the Town of Chatham. The Contact Rogers • 774-722-2515 flower boxesJanice at the Info Booth • janicedrogers@gmail.com Mailing Address: and Town Hall are nurtured and P.O. Box 793, Chatham, MA 02633 maintained by the Chatham Art in the Park is a Chatham Chamber of Commerce/ Garden Club, a group of Phone: (508) 945-5199 Chatham Association and will be working with the volunteers whoMerchants take care of 10 Fax:event, (508) 430-7919 Center Town for Coastal Atlantic White Shark Conservancy to Chatham Gardens.Studies and the E-mail: chamber@chathaminfo.com

provide educational information with the art display in Kate Gould Park

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TOW N O F C H AT H A M

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A Welcoming Community and Leadership Chatham is one of the oldest townships on Cape Cod. Its leaders are committed to honoring the town’s past and ensuring its vibrant future. The town was settled in 1656 by William and Anne Busby Nickerson.

Incorporated in 1712, Chatham celebrated its Tercentennial in 2012. “Find Your Way Here,” the tagline of Chatham’s 300th anniversary, is a sentiment that continues today. Chatham welcomes visitors all year long.

The year-round population of approximately 6,500 grows to over 30,000 in the summer. The addition of part-time residents, seasonal vacationers, tourists, and day-trippers — including the commuting workforce — is vital to the local economy.

Like most Cape Cod towns, the popularity of our destination creates complex challenges.

Town leaders work together with their departments and residents to overcome obstacles and enhance services for residents and visitors alike.

Chatham’s leadership sets the bar high with its unwavering fiscal strength and trailblazing commitment to preservation.

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Chatham was the first town in Barnstable County to pass the Community Preservation Act (CPA). To date, more than $25 million in CPA funds have been used in historic preservation, open space and recreation, and housing initiatives.

The town’s executive officers include five elected Select Board members and a fulltime Town Manager. The citizens of Chatham play an important role in the board’s primary initiatives: • forward-looking zoning and planning, • comprehensive services for residents and visitors, and • conservation and preservation.

Volunteers donate countless hours of time and expertise to support the town through committee work and charitable causes. Chatham’s aligned public and private conservation efforts are a source of great pride. (See conservation map, page 54) Chatham operates under the town meeting form of government.

The Select Board and Town Manager provide executive leadership, pursuing

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collaborative processes and ethical, professional procedures. The Board consists of five members, each elected to a threeyear term. The Select Board and all town committees and commissions hold open meetings and solicit input from residents.

Chatham’s leaders strive to ensure that town resources are directed to providing the best services possible to protect public safety, public assets, and a special quality of life in Chatham.

The Town website — chatham-ma.gov — provides frequently updated information about town government; departments; boards, commissions, and committees; volunteer and work opportunities; and much more. The town keeps residents and visitors up to date through multiple channels (links to opt-in are listed at chatham-ma.gov/857/stay-informed): • Emergency Notifications: Smart911 •N on-Emergency Town Notifications: Notify Me •S ocial Media: Connect with the Town of Chatham via Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube social accounts, as well as specific departments’ social media communications.

•T he Mainsheet: The weekly e-newsletter from the Town of Chatham.

•T he Flash - From the Council on Aging: A monthly print and e-newsletter published by the Chatham Council on Aging.

•W atch Meetings Online: Public meetings, public hearings, and town events are broadcast live or OnDemand on Chatham TV.

The Select Board is grateful to our citizens and our allies at the Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association for striving to balance tourism, economic development, preservation, and community connection. This annual handbook, a collaboration of the town, business, and nonprofit community, informs residents, part-timers, and visitors with events, maps, Chatham treasures to explore, retail and hospitality information, and year-round resources. Extensive information about the Town of Chatham is regularly updated at chatham-ma.gov.

SELECT BOARD

Dean Nicastro, Chair Jeffrey Dykens, Vice Chair Stuart Smith, Clerk Shareen Davis Cory Metters

TOWN OF CHATHAM 549 Main Street Chatham, MA 02633 (508) 945-5100 Fax: (508) 945-3550 Town Manager: Jill Goldsmith For a complete list of Town Facility locations, visit: chatham-ma.gov/facilities

VISION STATEMENT OF THE SELECT BOARD: Chatham in 2030 will be a forward-looking, engaged, and inclusive community of demographically diverse year-round citizens that maintains a unique integration of preservation of its pristine environment, promotion of a healthy economy, fiscally responsible and responsive leadership, and a welcoming environment for all to Chatham. chathaminfo.com

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T R A N S P O R TAT I O N TO CHATHAM BY AUTO: Travelers choose either of the bridges that cross the Cape Cod Canal. The Sagamore Bridge is a direct shot from Route 3 South, and the Bourne Bridge will take you from Route 25 around the Bourne Rotary, along the scenic Canal, then to Route 6 East. Travel east to the Mid-Cape Highway to Route 137 (Exit 85). Take a left at the traffic light. Your Chatham destination will guide which route you take from here. Pay careful attention to posted speed limits — much of Chatham is residential, and it’s an avid walking and bicycling community.

TO CHATHAM BY AIR: The Chatham

Municipal Airport welcomes thousands of airborne travelers by private plane or charter to Chatham each year. The regional Cape Cod Gateway Airport (HYA) offers scheduled flights between New York, Boston, and other locations. chathamairport.com

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BY BUS: Bus service directly to and from

Boston’s Logan International Airport to Cape Cod is provided by Plymouth & Brockton Bus Line. Tickets must be purchased online before boarding the bus. p-b.com The Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority provides bus, shuttle, and seasonal trolley services throughout Cape Cod. Daily bus service is provided from Hyannis to Orleans with stops in Chatham. The “Breeze (H20)” schedule is available at both Chamber Information Centers.

Peter Pan Bus Lines offers services throughout the Northeast, including travel from major cities to towns on Cape Cod. peterpanbus.com

BY TRAIN: The CapeFLYER, a summer

weekend passenger train, runs from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day from South Station to Hyannis, with stops in Braintree, Brockton, Lakeville, Wareham Village, Buzzards Bay, and Bourne. capeflyer.com

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Pine Acres Realty is a team of real estate agents affiliated with Compass, a licensed real estate broker, and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description.

All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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The Town of Chatham provides free parking for our residents and visitors at several locations in town, depicted on the parking map. It is critical that special care be taken when parking, especially along the narrow Main Street in the downtown area. The law states that vehicles must be parked within the white lines, and that vehicles not encroach on crosswalks. Chatham has historically been strict on enforcement of parking violations; the Chatham Police Department posts helpful information online about parking restrictions and how to avoid getting a parking ticket.

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SUMMER: Chatham lies at the “elbow”

of the Cape — at latitude 41.40 North and longitude 69.58 West. We are fortunate in having navigable waters on three sides; as a result, the average summer temperature is close to 70 degrees. We do have fog, but while it’s a significant hazard on the water, it’s rarely cold in summer and fog is a boon to our gardens. Layering clothing is always a good idea — even on very warm summer days, evenings can be cool. Somehow, we almost always experience sunshine and temperatures around 70°F for the infamous July 4th Chatham Parade.

AUTUMN & INDIAN SUMMER:

This is one of our finest seasons, growing ever more popular. The water is never bluer than in October, the air is bracing and dry, the scenery is at its best with the sharpest colors of the year. Swimming in September or early October is not too cold for hardy folk. Indian Summer lingers through September, October, and well into November — a succession of glorious days and cool evenings. It’s an uncrowded time for tennis and golf, bicycling and hiking, beach exploring, sailing, clamming, and fishing. November sunsets over the water are spectacular. Pumpkin People in the Park and Oktoberfest in downtown Chatham are

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highlights of the season. Enjoy the warmth and enthusiasm of organizers and participants at these ‘cool’ fall outdoor events.

WINTER: Our average winter temperature is about ten degrees milder than on the mainland. We do get an occasional snowfall — but it rarely lasts. Winter is still a superb time for exploring conservation trails and historical spots throughout town, taking long beach walks with furry friends (dogs are permitted in the winter season), and enjoying local arts and culture in Chatham’s indoor venues. A highlight of winter is the First Night Chatham festivities — dress very warmly for this exceptional community-wide celebration.

SPRING: March through May is when

we expect the thermometer to read in the upper thirties to low fifties most of the time. But when June comes, it “busts out all over.” The waters of Pleasant Bay sparkle, and soon our famous roses and early flowers are in bloom everywhere.

April school break is a wonderful time to be in Chatham — many seasonal shops begin opening for the season, and townspeople come together for an incredible Earth Week filled with fun and educational activities in celebration of Earth Day and Arbor Day.

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Chatham Lighthouse

points of interest PHOTO COURTESY OF BET T Y WILEY

As you pass the “Entering Chatham” sign, the unhurried pace of yesteryear welcomes you. Multiple generations share simple joys together — barefoot beach walks, digging for clams, fishing off the Mitchell River Bridge, boating, clambakes, and firepits.

This is quintessential Cape Cod. First-timers visiting Chatham Lighthouse and the 180-degree ocean view are often astonished at the sights and sounds. Silent and peaceful gazing at the ever-changing “far bar”— the strips of sandy dunes now known as North Beach and North Beach Island — is soothing. When the ocean churns, waves rhythmically crash into the barrier beach. The distant roar echoes along the eastern shores of Chatham, notably from Shore Road to Main Street and on to Chatham Light. Very early in the morning, commercial fishing boats create a dramatic wake and echo as they head out to sea.

When the boats head back hours later to the Fish Pier with their haul, squawking seagulls join the parade, and onlookers on the upper deck of the pier eagerly await.

Water views throughout Chatham are breathtaking. Photographers’ delights include the Atlantic Ocean at the Lighthouse

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overlook; Nantucket Sound beaches; and pristine scenes at estuaries, harbors, and freshwater kettle ponds. Slowing down to marvel at the diversity of wildlife is as deeply meaningful to the beach walker as the kayaker exploring the fresh and salt waterways. There is so much to do and see in Chatham. Special points of interest follow.

CHATHAM LIGHTHOUSE

Very few spots on the East Coast of North America can equal the view at “The Light.” Follow Main Street to the Chatham Lighthouse — vehicles with plates from nearly every state park temporarily to gaze over the majestic Atlantic Ocean. For a close-up view, try the public telescopes.

Chatham Lighthouse Beach, just below the lighthouse, is the largest beach in town and offers beautiful nature walks and views of the seals and fishing boats. The beach has strong currents; safety information is posted — including swimming restrictions and emergency information — and updated on the Town of Chatham website.

The nearby U.S. Coast Guard Station Chatham is ready to answer emergency calls involving distressed mariners,

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Atwood Museum

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Caleb Nickerson Homestead

www.nickersonassoc.com

Chatham Lighthouse

www.chathamlight.info

Chatham Railroad Museum

www.chathamrailroadmuseum.com

The Chatham Windmill

www.chathamwindmill.com

Eldredge Public Library

www.eldredgelibrary.org

Marconi-RCA Wireless Museum

www.ChathamMarconi.org

Mayo House

www.ChathamConservationFoundation.org

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge

www.fws.gov/refuge/monomoy

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POINTS OF INTEREST Harbor seals eagerly await the return of the fishing fleet at Chatham Fish Pier.

Chatham Fish Pier

PHOTO COURTESY OF AMIE MEDEIROS

PHOTO COURTESY OF TOM RILEY

fishermen, and summer visitors with problems on the water. Please respect the posted 30-minute parking limit and enjoy this fine spot to view the well-known “Breakthrough at North Beach” and the Atlantic Ocean. Chatham Lighthouse Tours are available by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Chatham Flotilla. For tour schedule see Calendar of Events on page 31 and chathamcgaux.org. The website also has information about boating courses, tides, and Pendleton Lectures about the Coast Guard’s 1952 “Greatest Small Boat Rescue.”

Chatham, and only the Godfrey Mill is open to the public.

This year’s season begins on Saturday, June 21st as part of Historic Chatham’s History Month Celebration. Wind conditions permitting, the mill will be set in motion and grind corn into corn meal, just the way it did two hundred years ago! chathamwindmill.com

CHATHAM’S OLD GRIST MILL

Windmills were once an integral part of life in Chatham. There were about eleven windpowered grist mills located in the town from the early 1700s through the 1800s, with six to nine in operation during any one time period. (There were also dozens of smaller windmills that pumped sea water to the saltworks located along the town’s shores.)

The Chatham Windmill, also known as the Col. Benjamin Godfrey Mill, was one of the last of the town’s grist mills to be built.

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CHATHAM COMMUNITY CENTER

Home to the Town of Chatham Recreation and Beaches Division, the Community Center provides programs and memberships for all ages, including sports and an adult fitness room, after-school recreation, summer rec, and special events.

CHATHAM FISH PIER

The Chatham Fish Pier, at the corner of Shore Road and Barcliff Avenue on Aunt Lydia’s Cove, is a constant source of interest to our summer visitors. The members of the fishing fleet make their run each suitable day to the fishing grounds from 3 to 100 miles off Chatham. Their catch consists of haddock, cod, flounder, lobster, pollock,

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dogfish, and halibut. The fresh fish is placed in ice and transported in refrigerated trucks to the New York, Boston, New Bedford, and local markets, arriving less than 24 hours from the time it is taken from the ocean. The boats start returning to the pier shortly after noon, depending upon the tide. You may watch from the visitors’ balcony — be sure to bring your camera. Note local traffic and parking regulations while at the Fish Pier.

Parking in the upper lot is for visitors; the lower lot is by permit only.

The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance provides a Pier Host Program.

Every day of the fishing season, the fish pier at Chatham Harbor is bustling with visitors and residents alike, eager to observe the excitement of a fishing boat returning to port loaded with its catch. You can learn more about which fish they are bringing in as well as the history and future of Cape

Cod’s small-boat fishing industry from the seasonal Pier Host Program. Hosted by seasoned fishermen who know these waters well, the Pier Host Program is a chance to get to meet these hard-working locals and hear about their experiences on the water. Learn how Fishermen’s Alliance has been working with fishermen for more than 30 years to create solutions for a balanced ecosystem and profitable fishing communities. It’s a great way to gain an understanding of the Cape’s commercial fishing industry and the importance of protecting this traditional way of life. For a schedule, visit capecodfishermen.org/ pier-program

ELDREDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Eldredge Public Library, at 564 Main Street, is one of the most beautiful, historic libraries on Cape Cod. Within its three

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POINTS OF INTEREST Eldredge Public Library

PHOTO COURTESY OF MICHAEL BLUMFIELD

levels, visitors will find generous selections of modern literature, local historical materials, a genealogy department, newspapers and magazines, movies, music, audio books, downloadable books, streaming services, and more. They offer public computers with high-speed internet connections and Microsoft Office, along with wireless access, a wireless printer, copy machine, fax and scanner.

The Children’s Room has an interactive imaginary play alcove, drawing/coloring tables, cozy reading spots, AWE Early Learning Stations, science exploration table, train table, and diverse collections of resources catering to various reading abilities, interests, and needs. The Young Adult Room is designed for students in 5th through 12th grade, with computers, a chess table, workspace, and comfortable places to hang out. Materials are carefully curated to cater to various interests and age groups, fostering a love for reading and lifelong learning among the youth in the community.

Visitors of all ages can explore board books, picture books, audiobooks, graphic

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novels, movies, and video games as well as themed literacy totes, American Girl Dolls with accompanying books and DVDs, and interactive technologies like Listen & Read Books and Playaways.

Downstairs at the Library, you’ll also find a year-round book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Eldredge Public Library with many new and popular titles. The Eldredge Public Library and the Friends sponsor a variety of programs, lectures, performances, book groups, and classes all year long.

In addition to a jam-packed Summer Reading Adventure each year, Youth Services provides a variety of year-round programming for all ages including story times, book groups, after-school activities, and special events. eldredgelibrary.org

SOUTH CHATHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY The South Chatham Public Library, the first library in town and “South Chatham’s gem,” celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2024.

The one-room library is reputed to be the smallest in Massachusetts. It has a long and proud history in its modest community of

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POINTS OF INTEREST farmers, fishermen, shopkeepers, teachers, students — and today, year-round residents and seasonal visitors. The library’s longevity is a testament to the determination of the community that has sustained it, and to the women who served as its 12 librarians.

FISHERMAN’S MONUMENT

More than 30 years ago, a community committee formed to recognize the Chatham fishing industry. They decided to plan and erect a monument at the Chatham Fish Pier. From an international competition with about 100 entrants, the winning choice was designed by Sig Purwin, an artist and sculptor from Woods Hole, and dedicated in 1992. The monument, entitled “The Provider,” features a strong hand pulling a fishing net from the sea with many fish and shellfish indigenous to Chatham caught in the net. The monument at the Chatham Fish Pier shows the town’s pride in the

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people of our fishing industry — the proud, independent providers to the world of the Atlantic’s best seafood!

MAYO HOUSE

The Josiah Mayo House located at 540 Main Street is an excellent example of life on Main Street in the 1800s. It was built between 1818 and 1820 by Josiah Mayo, a blacksmith by trade, who was postmaster in Chatham for 40 years, treasurer for 27 years, and selectman for two years. The house was occupied by members of the family until 1938. In 1974, it was purchased

by Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank.

Two years later, it became the property of the Chatham Conservation Foundation, a nonprofit community land trust. The CCF has restored the house, and many locals and visitors tour the historic Mayo House each summer. (508) 945-4084. chathamconservationfoundation.org

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POINTS OF INTEREST ATWOOD MUSEUM

Owned and operated by the Chatham Historical Society, the Atwood Museum is located at 347 Stage Harbor Road. The original museum consisted of a house built in the 1750s by sea captain Joseph Atwood when he was a subject of George II of England. The house was occupied by the Atwood family until 1923, and the Historical Society acquired it three years later. As such, it has remained almost entirely unchanged since its original construction. The house provides an excellent view into life during the 18th and 19th centuries in New England.

Over time, several additions were added to the original structure of the Atwood Museum, with the latest expansion occurring between 2003 and 2005. Today there are twelve spacious galleries featuring art, artifacts, maps, charts, and decorative items portraying life on Cape Cod since the 17th century.

In 2025, the museum is excited to announce a new exhibit about the

history of immigration on Cape Cod, “Coming to These Shores,” as well as a new documentary about the life of prolific Chatham writer Joseph C. Lincoln.

Continuing to be displayed will be the exhibits unveiled in 2024, “A Place to Hang Your Hat,” the “Children’s Activity Room,” and “In Tune with Chatham.”

“Coming to These Shores” will share with you the story of immigration to Cape Cod. This new exhibit will highlight the diverse array of people who immigrated here in search of better lives, greater freedoms, or to contribute to booming industries like cranberry bogging, whaling, and shell fishing. “Coming to These Shores” will be located in the old Joseph C. Lincoln gallery to the right of the Portrait Gallery (featuring “A Place to Hang Your Hat”).

This exhibit will remain as a permanent installation for the foreseeable future.

Another exciting addition to the museum in 2025 is the debut of a new documentary about the prolific Chatham

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POINTS OF INTEREST author, Joseph C. Lincoln. The documentary is produced by the Chatham Historical Society and will run in the Multimedia Room alongside other documentaries and films available for viewing on a daily basis.

“A Place to Hang Your Hat” will return for another year. This exhibit highlights a beautiful collection of historic hats from the museum’s costumes & textiles department. Enjoy a variety of women’s and men’s hats from the early nineteenth century to the late twentieth century. This fun fashion exhibit will lead ladies and gentlemen down memory lane through a recreated Millinery and Haberdashery displaying hairpins, mob caps, sun bonnets, bowlers, top hats, and much more.

Entering its second year for visitors of all ages is “Children’s Activity Room.” Not your typical exhibit, but a space to help usher in the next generation and their interest in history. This room continues to be place for young children to expand their minds with fun activities. The Children’s Activity Room is full of activities including coloring, blocks, books, and a giant chalkboard to let creativity flourish. In addition, the room will display a couple of mini exhibits, one on vintage toys and another miniature diorama. Take advantage of this fun, safe place for children and grandchildren while visiting the museum.

“In Tune with Chatham,” a mini exhibit within the Old Atwood House, will also be returning for another year. What better way to highlight the “Music Room” of the Old House than displaying the history of music?

The Costumes & Textiles Department takes us on a musical journey that will surely please all visitors. Experience the Atwood Museum’s collection of musical instruments and vintage sheet music, while learning about the local artists who made Cape Cod and Chatham come alive during the Jazz age and beyond.

And of course, we cannot forget the longstanding crowd-favorite exhibits that keep museum goers coming back. Come by and be immersed in “The Rescue of the Pendleton” exhibit. Brave the stormy seas in

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the Shipping Gallery — learn about the tools of the trade in the Antique Tool Room.

Finally, we cannot forget about two final components of the museum that remain as constants alongside the Old House — the Mural Barn and the Nickerson North Beach Camp.

The Mural Barn houses the nationally renowned portraits of 130 townspeople painted by artist and Chatham resident Alice Stallknecht, between 1932–1945. These incredible murals capture the life and struggles of local residents during that period.

The preserved Nickerson North Beach Camp stands on the front lawn and on sunny days, is open for visitors. Built in 1947, the structure was moved, with its contents intact, to save it from being washed into the sea as the beach eroded. After visiting the camp, be sure to check out the working lighthouse lantern from one of Chatham’s famed twin lights, together with its original Fresnel lens.

Hundreds of interesting antiques are displayed throughout the museum. As stewards of the region’s history and culture, the Chatham Historical Society strives to educate, inform, and enlighten the public and bring enthusiasm to the Cape Cod community. The Atwood Museum exhibits are open from May to October with special festive happenings during the holidays. The research library and special programs including a monthly lecture series are available year-round. (508) 9452493. For schedules and information, visit chathamhistoricalsociety.org

CALEB NICKERSON HOMESTEAD & NICKERSON FAMILY ASSOCIATION

The Caleb Nickerson Homestead is preserved and operated as a self-sustaining museum and educational venue charged with demonstrating the lost arts and crafts practiced by the Nickerson family and its contemporaries from the late 17th century to the late 19th century. Tour the homestead, a circa 1829 Cape, and see the reproduction post-and-beam outhouse. Walk the grounds

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POINTS OF INTEREST of this historic landmark where Chatham’s first English settlers, William and Anne (Busby) Nickerson, purchased the land from the Monomoyick natives in 1664. Stroll the short path out back to the archaeology dig on the premises, then view the archaeology artifact exhibit to see what was unearthed in 2017. Be sure to also see the historic plaques by the driveway.

Guided tours of the Caleb Nickerson Homestead are available from June to October. The homestead is open on Wednesdays from 10 am to 1 pm and on Sundays, July 9 and 23 and August 6 and 20 from 1 to 4 pm. Visitors of all ages welcome.

Donations accepted. 1107 Orleans Rd. (Rt. 28), North Chatham, (508) 945-6086, nickersonassoc.com

CHATHAM RAILROAD MUSEUM

Located in the old Chatham Railroad Company station on Depot Road, the museum has parking space at the door. As

listed in the National Register of Historical Places, this building is more than 100 years old and on its original site. It served the town for over fifty years from 1887 to 1937.

In 1951, Mrs. Jacob Cox of Cleveland, Ohio and Chatham purchased the structure and land as a gift to our town. It was restored as a “country depot” and a museum in 1960.

The museum includes a vast collection of historical railroad items as well as hands-on exhibits. Visitors can send a message on a Morse code simulator, enjoy “punching” a Chatham to Boston replica railroad ticket, explore the ticket office, and try the vintage typewriter, rotary phones, and calculator!

Learn about the history of the Chatham Railroad in a special exhibit which includes volunteer constructed models of the West and South Chatham stations. A selection of railroad books for adults and children can be enjoyed while sitting on the depot waiting room bench. A museum highlight is the historically accurate diorama depicting the

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1915 Chatham Railroad yard layout.

The fully restored 100-year-old caboose, a gift of the New York Central System, is open for all to enjoy the sounds of the rails and experience the railroad train crews’ “Home on Wheels.”

Open mid-June through Labor Day and on fall weekends, the museum also opens for groups by special arrangement.

Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted. For hours and special events, visit chathamrailroadmuseum.com or call (508) 945-5708.

MARCONI-RCA WIRELESS MUSEUM

The Marconi-RCA Wireless Museum is located at 847 Orleans Road (Route 28), across from Ryder’s Cove in North Chatham.

In 1914, radio pioneer Guglielmo Marconi’s company built a wireless receiving

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station here paired with a transmitting station in Marion, Massachusetts intended to provide commercial point-to-point radio service between the United States and Norway. Following World War I and with the intervention of the U.S. government, Marconi’s American assets were acquired by the newly formed Radio Corporation of America. By 1921, RCA’s Chatham station was in full operation, but now for maritime ship-to-shore service with call sign WCC. It would soon become the busiest U.S. coast station. The campus, comprising 10 original buildings on 11.3 acres, has been preserved by the Town of Chatham as the MarconiRCA National Register Historic District.

Preserving Maritime Radio History: Through informative panels and interactive displays, visitors explore radio pioneer Guglielmo Marconi’s life and legacy, the role of maritime radio in world events,

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A new exhibit — “Can You Keep A Really Big Secret?” — marks the 80th anniversary of a tense period in the nation’s history when Chatham became a wartime “Navy town.”

PHOTO COURTESY OF CHRISTOPHER SEUFERT

ship-to-shore communication, and artifacts from Chatham Radio / WCC’s history including the actual shipboard radio from the renowned hospital ship SS Hope. Visitors experience firsthand how a radio operator touching a Morse code key in Chatham could communicate with counterparts aboard ships sailing the seven seas, and learn about the talented and skilled people who conceived, built, and operated the station. Chatham Radio/ WCC reliably linked high society, royalty, dignitaries, celebrities, and humble immigrants to their loved ones and businesses. “In the Golden Age of TransAtlantic Ocean Liners” exhibit, visitors see what it was like to sail aboard any of six memorable 20th century passenger ships such as the SS United States, famous people they might have met, and historical events they might have witnessed.

Chatham Radio played a crucial role in winning World War II’s Battle of the Atlantic. From 1942 through victory in 1945, it became the U.S. Navy’s top secret Station C, covertly intercepting encrypted wireless messages from enemy ships all

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Marconi-RCA Wireless Museum across the Atlantic. Station C forwarded these intercepts to Washington, D.C. for decoding, and alerted the Navy’s extensive radio direction-finding network to locate and track enemy U-boats. In a new exhibit marking the 80th Anniversary, ‘Can You Keep A Really Big Secret?’ explores this tense period in the nation’s history and the changes it brought to everyday life when Chatham became a wartime “Navy town.”

The Antenna Field Trail, the museum’s outdoor gallery, is open year-round during daylight hours. It is a winding path through the flora and fauna of Cape Cod with interpretive signs describing the station’s antennas and history. Some of the antennas are scaled replicas of the originals, actively used today by the museum’s amateur radio operators to communicate around the world.

The indoor exhibits and Museum Shop are open most days from midJune until mid-October and on Spring and Fall weekends. Interpretive lectures and presentations provide context

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for the museum’s exhibits. A Summer STEM program offers engaging science, technology, engineering, and mathematics classes for youth. For information on museum hours, programs, classes, and events call (508) 945-8889 or visit chathammarconi.org

THE CHATHAM LABYRINTH

The Labyrinth, located in Chase Park just beyond the Grist Mill, provides a meditative walk in a peaceful space in the center of town. The Labyrinth is an ancient, artistic circular pattern with one single winding path to the center and back out the same path. Perhaps derived from nature, the design dates back as early as 5,000 years BCE and is found in every culture around the world. The large stone labyrinth, 44 feet in diameter, is a replica of the beautiful 12th-century labyrinth inlaid on the floor of

Chartres Cathedral in France. The labyrinth project was initiated by the seven churches in Chatham, members of the Chatham Clergy Association. It was a gift to the Town of Chatham for its 300th Anniversary. Made out of cut and sealed earth-toned pavers, the labyrinth is wheelchair accessible and a permanent legacy to the Town of Chatham.

It is surrounded by green grass, scrub pines, and native landscaping.

Walking a labyrinth is a quiet and reflective activity known to be effective in clearing and calming the mind and grounding the body. It is known to provide a sense of unity and wholeness in a chaotic world. With all its twists and turns, labyrinths are also thought to symbolize our journeys through life. Visitors are invited to walk the labyrinth or sit for a while in meditation or contemplation. The Labyrinth is open to the public during regular park hours.

CAN YOU KEEP A REALLY BIG SECRET? “You may never know the outcome of your work, however… the U-boats are disappearing fast.”

— CDR John McKnight USN Chatham Navy Radio

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Marconi-RCA Wireless Museum 847 Orleans Road, North Chatham • 508-945-8889

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The Chatham Labyrinth sits in front of the Grist Mill in Chase Park

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The Center for the Spiritual Journey maintains the Chatham Labyrinth and provides educational workshops and free guided walks for the community.

All are welcome. Chase Park, at the end of Shattuck Lane, behind the Grist. chathamlabyrinth.com

SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN 1606 VOYAGE COMMEMORATION MONUMENT

Landing in what is now Chatham in 1606, Champlain, the French cartographer who played a key role in the exploration of North America, stayed two weeks before relations with the native Wampanoag nation deteriorated and a skirmish left four French and many more Monomoyicks (natives living directly in this area) dead.

A monument dedicated to Champlain is located on Champlain Road.

PARKS

several parks, playgrounds, and facilities in Chatham. The charm of Kate Gould Park, near the center of town, is enhanced on Friday evenings during July and August when as many as 6,000 gather for concerts by the widely known Chatham Band. It also features numerous special events throughout the year.

Chase Park, on Cross Street, adjoins the Grist Mill and also contains a bocce court, croquet court, lawn area, picnic tables, and a comfort station.

Adjoining the traffic rotary on Main Street is the William Nickerson Memorial Park.

On the site of a former commercial building, the park was a joint effort of the town, the Chatham Improvement Association, and Friends of Trees.

For more outdoor exploration see Recreation on page 41 and Conservation Trails on page 52.

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June 18 – August 15 Art in the Park at Kate Gould Park

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Please note: Events and dates listed in this calendar section are a small portion of the activities in Chatham and reflect community events and activities that were available at the time of publication. Dates are subject to change. For up-to-the-minute information on events, visit chathaminfo.com or the event host’s website.

ONGOING SUMMER-LONG EVENTS JUNE 18 – AUGUST 15 Art in the Park – “WHALES” and “SHARKS” painted by local artists are displayed at Kate Gould Park, 564 Main St. chathaminfo.com MAY 24 – LABOR DAY Oars in the Stores Scavenger Hunt Scavenger Hunt for summer visitors and residents — find the oars in participating shops guided by the Scavenger Hunt booklet, available at Oars in the Stores Headquarters at the Downtown Visitor Information Booth (533 Main St.); at Kate Gould Park; and at the Captain Bassett House Visitor Center in South Chatham.

Each person handing in a completed booklet will receive a prize. chathaminfo.com ONGOING WEEKLY SUMMER EVENTS MONDAYS JUNE 23 – AUGUST 25 “Monday Tie-Dye” - Make your own tie-dye shirts - $8 children; $12 adults. 4:00 – 6:00 pm.

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C A L E N DA R O F E V E N T S THURSDAYS JUNE 5 – AUGUST 14 Cape Harmony A Cappella Singers Cape Harmony is Cape Cod’s all-treble a cappella group, comprised of ten talented singers from all over the nation who come to Cape Cod during the summer to make music. 7:30 pm. Tickets at the door, $12.

St. Christopher’s Church, 625 Main St. stchristopherschatham.org JULY 17; AUGUST 7, 14, 21, 28 The Guild of Chatham Painters exhibits at First United Methodist Church, corner of Main & Cross Streets in downtown Chatham. 9:30 am – 5:30 pm. Weather permitting.

FRIDAYS MAY 23, JUNE 27 – AUGUST 29 (except July 4) The Guild of Chatham Painters exhibits at First United Methodist Church, corner of Main & Cross Streets in downtown Chatham. 9:30 am – 5:30 pm. Weather permitting.

JUNE 27; JULY 11 – AUGUST 29 Lobster Roll Luncheons at the Methodist Church, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm, or until sold out. “Serving Our Summer Visitors and Friends” Fridays from July 30 through September 1. Eat in, take out, or enjoy the outdoor picnic tables. Payment by Cash, Check, or Credit Card. Call in advance to reserve a meal (508) 945-0474. chathammethodist.org JUNE 27–AUGUST 29 Chatham Town Band Concert at Kate Gould Park - All roads on the Cape lead to the band concert at the Whit Tileston Band Stand at Kate Gould Park. Musical numbers by the band, folk dances for the children, dance numbers for grown-ups, and community singing for everyone. Though it “Never Rains on Summer Friday Nights in Chatham,” concerts may be cancelled

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due to inclement weather. 8:00 pm. Kate Gould Park, Main St. at Chatham Bars Ave. chathamband.com SATURDAYS JUNE 28; JULY 12, 26; AUGUST 2 – 30 The Guild of Chatham Painters exhibits at First United Methodist Church, corner of Main and Cross Streets in downtown Chatham. 9:30 am – 5:30 pm. Weather Permitting.

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june 2025 Historic Chatham Month – inaugural monthlong celebration. The purpose of History Month, sponsored by Historic Chatham, is to raise awareness of Chatham’s rich historic past and its organizations. Historic Chatham venues will be open and operational for the month, offering programs, lectures, and activities for all ages. Chatham History Month is the primary collaborative effort among Chatham’s many nonprofit museums and organizations focused on history.

Historic Chatham’s mission is to heighten both residents’ and visitors’ appreciation of Chatham as a place that has a fascinating history, and the vibrant organizations that celebrate it. historic-chatham.org JUNE 4, 11, 18, 25 Chatham Lighthouse Tours - The Coast Guard Auxiliary will conduct tours of the Chatham Lighthouse. 1:00 – 3:00 pm. 37 Main St. chathaminfo.com JUNE 7 – 8 Ships Weekend at Marconi Maritime Center - A WCC Amateur Radio Association Special Event in the museum’s Amateur Radio Room. Station WA1WCC will be “QRV” (on the air), staffed by former WCC and Coast Guard operators. 8:00 pm.

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C A L E N DA R O F E V E N T S JUNE 10 Tuesday Talks at the Atwood: Roald Lokken - Roald will use stories of three of the Benjamin Godfreys of Chatham in the 18th – 19th centuries as a framework to discuss local history, war, emigration, commerce, grist mills, genealogy, and property records. 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Tickets by reservation/limited seating. Atwood Museum Mural Barn, 347 Stage Harbor Rd. chathamhistoricalsociety.org JUNE 11 Town Incorporation Celebration - A proclamation to mark the anniversary of the incorporation of the village of Monomoit as the town of Chatham on 11 June 1712.

10:00 am JUNE 12 Tracing Your Historic House History Explore the process and tools for researching the history and genealogy of your historic home with EPL genealogist and Chatham Historical Commissioner Nancy Barr.

1:00 – 2:00 pm. Eldredge Public Library, 564 Main St. eldredgelibrary.org JUNE 13 – 14 Atwood Weekend & Colonial Planting - Open to children of all ages. A perfect activity while parents peruse the museum!

Explore within the Atwood gardens, learn about gardening in Colonial times, and even plant a potted mini garden that kids can take home for themselves! 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. Atwood Museum Mural Barn, 347 Stage Harbor Rd. chathamhistoricalsociety.org JUNE 13 – 14 Josiah Mayo House – Open House - Tour the historic Josiah Mayo House (built 1820), headquarters of the Chatham Conservation Foundation, and learn about life on Main Street in the 1800s. 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. 540 Main St. chathamconservationfoundation.org JUNE 21 Nickerson Family Association Program Day - 10:30 am – 3:00 pm. Guided tours

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with a docent from 10:30 a.m. Colonial gardener Sonny Gada will plant a Native American “three sisters” garden. At 11:00 am Robert Nickerson will demonstrate aspects of the barn restoration project.

Noon – 2 pm, Gary Nickerson, who was a member of the archaeological team that excavated William and Anne Nickerson’s c. 1664 homestead, will be on hand to speak about the expanded display of artifacts from the dig. 1:00 – 3:00 pm, Fiber artist Cheryl Flett will demonstrate carding and spinning fleece. Caleb Nickerson Homestead, 1107 Orleans Rd. nickersonassoc.com JUNE 21 Godfrey Windmill Grinding Corn - The 1797 National Register of Historic Places Windmill will be grinding corn (weather permitting) as it did from 1797 to 1907.

Col. Benjamin Godfrey himself will be there to give tours and maybe let you take home some free cornmeal! 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Chase Park, off Shattuck Place. chathamwindmill.com JUNE 22 Annual Chatham Harbor Run/Relay The 6.2-mile Chatham Harbor Run/Relay race will start and finish at the Monomoy Middle School on Crowell Rd. The race is administered by the Cape Cod Athletic Club; proceeds will be donated to Monomoy High School Scholarship Fund. 8:00 am. capecodathleticclub.org JUNE 22 Atwood House Tours - Step back to Cape Cod of centuries past. Your journey begins with a tour of the dwelling built circa 1752

by Chatham sea captain Joseph Atwood and occupied by his descendants for some five generations. Since 1927, this Cape Cod style home has been carefully preserved as an historical house museum offering the rare opportunity to experience Cape Cod life, art, and culture of the 18th and 19th centuries. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Atwood

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C A L E N DA R O F E V E N T S Museum Mural Barn, 347 Stage Harbor Rd. chathamhistoricalsociety.org JUNE 22 Music Gala: Bridging the Gap… From Broadway to Lincoln Center - Chatham Music Club’s annual GALA will feature the music of Leonard Bernstein, Alexander Borodin, and George Gershwin. Vocal and instrumental solos, duets, and ensembles.

CMC scholarship recipients will share their winning audition pieces. Tickets at the door, $30. 2:00 pm. St. Christopher’s Church, 625 Main St. chathammusicclub.com JUNE 22 Books in Bloom - This annual event is a fundraiser sponsored by Friends of the Eldredge Public Library. Participants create floral arrangements inspired by a book of their choice that are displayed throughout the library. Tickets are $20, sold at the library prior to the event and at the door. 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Eldredge Public Library, 564 Main St. (508) 945-5170. eldredgelibrary.org JUNE 24 History of South Chatham Public Library - The story of the South Chatham Public Library spans 150 years and tells the history of the library and many of the well-known Chatham names of the past. The South Chatham Library is unique in its size, and having had only 12 librarians in its history.

5:00 – 6:00 pm. Eldredge Public Library, 564 Main St. eldredgelibrary.org JUNE 25 Music on the Veranda: “Fine & Mellow” Jazz - Enjoy a 90-minute performance on the veranda of Marconi’s “Hotel Nautilus.”

Bring your chairs, blankets, and picnic or snacks to this free family-friendly concert.

Parking and lawn space are available on a first come, first served basis. 4:30 – 6:00 pm.

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JUNE 26 Marcellus Eldredge Presentation - Join Eldredge Public Library director Amy Andreasson and Chatham Railroad Museum co-director Gil Sparks to explore the life and legacy of Marcellus Eldredge (1838-1898).

5:00 – 6:00 pm. Eldredge Public Library, 564 Main St. eldredgelibrary.org JUNE 27 – 28 Model Train Exhibit - In addition to its regular exhibits, the Museum will run an O Gauge model railroad with multiple trains continuously. Come enjoy the trains, tour the caboose, and learn about the Chatham Railroad’s vital role in Chatham’s history. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Chatham Railroad Museum, 153 Depot St. chathamrailroadmuseum.com

july 2025 JULY 2 Family Fun & Fireworks at Veterans Field - Gather for refreshments and face painting for the kids at 6:00 pm, entertainment at 8:00 pm, and fireworks display at 9:00 pm. chathaminfo.com JULY 3 – 5 44th Annual Sacrifice Art Sale - 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Creative Arts Center, 154 Crowell Rd. (508) 945-3583 capecodcreativearts.org JULY 4 Refreshments on the Lawn During the Parade - 8:30 – 11:30 am. First Congregational Church of Chatham, 650 Main St. chathamcongreational.org JULY 4 Chatham Independence Day Parade - At 9:30 am the parade route begins at the corner of Shore Road, travels down Main Street, through the rotary, and takes a right at the lights onto Crowell Road. Plan extra time for parking and road closures.

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C A L E N DA R O F E V E N T S JULY 4 Strawberry Festival - Following the parade.

Featuring homemade strawberry shortcake with freshly whipped cream, hot dogs, and beverages. 11:00 am. First United Methodist Church, corner of Main and Cross St. (508) 945-0474 chathammethodist.org JULY 5 Back-2-Summer Hangar Party - Open Air Concert & Dance Party 6:30 – 10:00 pm at the Chatham Airport. Local music favorites perform live. Admission $30.

Food, beverage, and raffle concessions.

Fundraising event to benefit Monomoy Community Services. monomoy.org JULY 9 37th Annual Arts and Crafts Fair - Rain date: July 10. 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. First United Methodist Church, corner of Main and Cross St. (508) 945-0474. chathammethodist.org JULY 11– 20 Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival - An annual 10-day summer garden celebration showcasing gardens and plants of all kinds across Cape Cod. The festival’s main attractions are daily tours of private gardens, each designed and maintained by the individual homeowners. Enjoy eclectic spaces while supporting a variety of local nonprofits. capecodchamber.org/ hydrangea-fest

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JULY 12 Chatham Railroad Museum 65th Anniversary Party - Celebrate with games, arts and crafts, cake, and more! Rain date July 19. 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Chatham Railroad Museum, 153 Depot St. (508) 945-5780. chathamrailroadmuseum.com JULY 18 Chatham Garden Club Hydrangea Festival - Five Chatham gardens on tour.

Gardens will be open on Friday, July 18th only, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, rain or shine and non-refundable. Each garden tour is $5.00. chathamgardenclub.org JULY 19 “An Evening to Remember” - Atwood Museum Annual Benefit and Auction.

5:00 – 7:30 pm. Atwood Museum, 347 Stage Harbor Rd. chathamhistoricalsociety.org JULY 28 Taste of Chatham - A sampling of appetizers, specialties, beverages, and desserts from Chatham’s finest and most generous local dining & food establishments. Under a tent on the grounds of Chase Park. 6:30 – 10:00 pm. Tickets $200. monomoy.org

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august 2025 AUGUST 2 Hookers Ball XXIV - The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance welcomes all to their most important fundraiser of the year – the “best summer party on the Cape!” Under the Big White Tent at the Harwich Community Center. 5:00 – 10:00 pm. capecodfishermen.org AUGUST 8 Chatham Conservation Foundation Fundraiser on Strong Island - An extraspecial evening on a small, beautiful Chatham island. Funds raised will benefit the Chatham Conservation Foundation, Cape Cod’s first land trust. 4:00 pm. chathamconservationfoundation.org AUGUST 13 74th Annual Professional Arts, Crafts,

Antiques & Collectibles Festival (rain date: August 14). 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.

First United Methodist Church, Corner of Main & Cross Streets, (508) 945-0474. chathammethodist.org AUGUST 15 – 17 54th Festival of the Arts - National juried show of fine arts and crafts. Children’s tent with crafts and face painting. Gourmet food trucks. 120 artisans & craftsmen. Chase Park, Cross Street. Shuttle bus from Creative Arts Center and Community Center, or a short stroll from downtown. 10 am – 5 pm. Free admission (donation suggested). (508) 9453583. capecodcreativearts.org AUGUST 21 Puritan Cape Cod (Chatham) 100th Anniversary Event To celebrate 100 years on Main Street Chatham, Puritan Cape Cod is hosting an event with Patagonia and the Cape and Islands United Way at 573 Main Street, Chatham. All are welcome to sip, shop, and celebrate 100 years of great style, service, and community in Chatham. puritancapecod.com

september 2025 Visit our local museums and nonprofit organizations for special events.

october 2025 OCTOBER 1 – 31 Pumpkin Patch, First Congregational Church - Pumpkins for sale! Proceeds benefit the Chatham Children’s Fund. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. First Congregational Church, 650 Main St. (at the rotary), (508) 945-0800. chathamcongregational.org OCTOBER 4 5th Annual Witches on the Water Costume Fundraiser Paddle - Join Witches on the Water (W.O.W.) for a fun, family-friendly paddle at Oyster Pond. Fundraising

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C A L E N DA R O F E V E N T S October 18 Oktoberfest in Chatham

raffles, and mischief all over downtown Chatham to benefit Monomoy Community Services, Chatham’s Family Resource Center. monomoy.org

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Paddle. Costumed witches/warlocks on paddleboards, kayaks, and canoes will raise funds for NAMI Cape Cod & The Islands. Enjoy raffles, food, music, and more. 3:00 – 5:00 pm. Rain date October 5. witchesonthewater.org OCTOBER 18 Oktoberfest in Chatham - One of the Lower Cape’s most anticipated fall traditions! One-day event – entertainment and fun for all ages. Live music, artisan village, food galore, and local beer.

A Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association event. 10:30 am – 4:30 pm. Downtown Chatham at Kate Gould Park and Town Hall Parking Lot. chathaminfo.com OCTOBER 9 – 31 Pumpkin People in the Park - Creative and innovative Pumpkin People fashioned by local businesses and nonprofits are on display at Kate Gould Park. A Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association event. chathaminfo.com OCTOBER (DATE TBA) Witches’ Walk of Chatham - A wild girls’ night out with drinks, food, dancing,

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NOVEMBER 3 Chatham Music Club Annual Concert - The Chatham Music Club (CMC), celebrating its 26th year, will present its annual Keyboard & Instrumental Concert. Featuring works on the church’s Casavant Freres organ, piano and instrumental solos, and ensembles.

Proceeds benefit the CMC Scholarship Fund.

Accessible; tickets $25 at the door. 2:00 pm.

First Congregational Church, 650 Main St. chathammusicclub.com NOVEMBER 11 Veterans Day Observance - The community honors our country’s military veterans. 11:00 am. chatham-ma.gov NOVEMBER 21 – DECEMBER 9 Holiday Sale and Small Works Sale - 9:00 am – 3:30 pm. Creative Arts Center, 154 Crowell Road, Chatham. (508) 945-3583. capecodcreativearts.org NOVEMBER 23 7th Annual Chatham in the Fall 10K The race will start at 9:00 am at Monomoy Middle School on Crowell Road. The race is administered by the Cape Cod Athletic Club.

Proceeds from the race will be donated to Monomoy High School Scholarship Fund. capecodathleticclub.org NOVEMBER 27 Annual Chatham Turkey Trot, Thanksgiving morning - A 5K (3.1 mile) fun run/walk along winding and rolling paved roads. Timed run.

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december 2025 DECEMBER (DATE TBA) Santa Visit to the Chatham Fish Pier Santa’s visit to the Chatham Fish Pier at 1:30 pm followed by a visit to the Chatham Community Center. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. chathaminfo.com DECEMBER 12 – 14 Chatham’s Christmas by the Sea - Local holiday celebrations throughout the town. Christmas by the Sea weekend is a magical, family-friendly celebration full of festive cheer, small-town spirit, and holiday traditions that feel straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting.

Refreshments, giveaways, entertainment, gift ideas, and horse & carriage rides Friday evening. A Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association event. chathaminfo.com DECEMBER 12 Annual Tree Lighting Parade & Ceremony - 5:45 pm Children’s Light Parade – kids escort Santa down Main Street – followed by the Tree Lighting at Sears Park. A Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association event. chathaminfo.com DECEMBER 12 “Santa in His Workshop” - During Chatham’s Christmas by the Sea Stroll, be sure to stop by to see Santa at his Workshop at the Downtown Information Booth (533 Main St.). 5:30 – 8:00 pm. A Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association event. chathaminfo.com DECEMBER 13 Cookie Express - First Congregational Church, 650 Main Street. Home baked cookies available by the pound. 8:30 – 11:00 am or until sold out. (508) 945-0800, chathamcongregational.org

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DECEMBER 13 “Santa In His Workshop” - Stop by Santa’s Workshop to see Santa at the Visitor Information Booth (533 Main St.).

3:00 – 5:00 pm. A Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association event. chathaminfo.com DECEMBER 31 First Night Chatham - A family-friendly celebration of the arts, with entertainment and activities for all ages. First Night Chatham 2025 – 2026 Buttons, good for all events, are on sale at local vendors and online starting in November 2025.

First Night Chatham Festivities and Fireworks begin at noon on New Year’s Eve and continue until 10 pm. Many opportunities to volunteer and contribute are available and much appreciated! firstnightchatham.com

january–april 2026 Details unconfirmed as of May 2025 press time. For up-to-the-minute event information, please visit chathaminfo.com APRIL • Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Kate Gould Park: A Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association children’s event • Earth Week Chatham 2026: A collaborative community-wide celebration led by the Chatham Conservation Foundation • Chatham Music Club Classical Music Scholarship Auditions: Held at the Chatham Congregational Church.

MAY • Spring Fashion Show, “Where Fashion Blooms”: A Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association fashion show fundraising event

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BEACHES, BEACH SAFETY, AND OTHER ACTIVITIES Town of Chatham Services: The Recreation & Beaches Division is a service-based department. They work with local and regional sports associations, school departments, other town departments, town residents, churches, and private organizations to enhance the quality of life for Chatham residents, striving to provide the best recreational programming and park facilities possible. The division is responsible for soccer fields, ball fields, tennis courts, beaches, skateboard parks, picnic areas, children’s play areas, and summer programs.

CHATHAM BEACHES

Chatham has a beautiful, pedestrian-friendly main street, the best seafood around, a storied summer baseball team, and theater, museums, restaurants, and inns. But for those who come for our beaches, this summary will help point you in the right direction. Please visit the Town of Chatham website for the most up-to-date information.

Dogs are not allowed from May 1st to September 15th of each year in beach areas, with the exception of service animals, and police K-9 animals. Exception: Pleasant Bay (Jackknife), North Chatham. (DOGS ALLOWED ON THIS BEACH BEFORE 9:00

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am AND AFTER 6:00 pm) For Beach and Parks Rules and Regulations, please visit the Town of Chatham website.

Six major saltwater beaches welcome visitors with views of Nantucket Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. The most scenic is Chatham Lighthouse Beach (30-minute parking — best accessed by walking, biking, or drop-off). Freshwater ponds are also Chatham treasures. Please enjoy — and “leave only your footprints behind.”

TOWN BEACHES

Cockle Cove Beach*. . . . . South Chatham Forest Beach. . . . . . . . . . . South Chatham Lighthouse Beach*. . . . . . . . . . . Chatham Hardings Beach*†. . . . . . . West Chatham Oyster Pond Beach*†. . . . . . . . . Chatham Pleasant Bay (Jackknife). North Chatham Pleasant Street Beach. . . South Chatham Ridgevale Beach*. . . . . . . West Chatham Schoolhouse Pond* **. . . West Chatham White Pond*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chatham * Restrooms available in Summer ** Chatham resident permit parking only † Handicap accessible beach chair available. (Contact the Rec Department for more information.)

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R E C R E AT I O N Beach Parking Information • Pleasant Street Beach. Free parking, no sticker required.

• Forest Beach. Free parking, no sticker required.

• Cockle Cove Beach. Resident/taxpayer beach/combination sticker or beach visitors pass required.

• Ridgevale Beach. Resident/taxpayer beach/combination sticker or beach visitors pass required.

• Schoolhouse Pond. Resident/taxpayer beach/combination sticker only required.

• Harding’s Beach. Resident/taxpayer beach/combination sticker or beach visitors pass required. Free parking for US Military personnel, active or retired with valid military picture ID. • Oyster Pond Beach. Free parking, no sticker required.

• Lighthouse Beach Overlook. Restricted to 30 minutes. Resident/taxpayer beach/combination stickers required to park on Bridge Street to access Lighthouse Beach, July 1-Labor Day, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Jackknife Harbor Beach. Free parking, no sticker required.

trips, or other group functions.

Beach stickers are required from the third Friday in June through Labor Day and may be purchased in-person at the Sticker Office, 261 George Ryder Road, or online through the Sticker Office webpage.

Please visit the town website for important information, including up-to-date information and safety precautions.

What you need to Know: Lighthouse Beach Area & Surrounding Marine Areas Swim at your own risk: Lighthouse Beach is a pristine walking beach and does not have lifeguards.

Red Flag System: A flagpole at the top of the stairs leading to the beach warns the public of dangerous conditions. The red flag indicates that all swimming is prohibited in that area.

North Beach Island/Inlet - Swim at your own risk. North Beach Island does not have lifeguards or beach patrol. Be aware of rip tides, surf conditions, and dangerous currents.

No swimming at the Cut - The inlet that divides North (Nauset) Beach and North River Beach Island is closed to swimming.

The currents are severe and treacherous.

Beach & Parks Rules & Regulations No children under 13 years of age may attend any beach unless accompanied by an adult. Any minor child on a beach or park of the town is the responsibility of the minor child’s parents and or guardian or other person/persons who may be in charge of minor children, as in the case of picnics, group gatherings, school outings or field

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Beaches with Lifeguards For daily lifeguard coverage, visit chathamma.myrec.com— coverage in the summer will be posted daily.

Town Landings Barn Hill (paved ramp)*** West Chatham Bridge Street (paved ramp)*. . . . Chatham Crows Pond (paved ramp)** Ryder’s Cove (paved ramp)*** Chatham Stage Harbor (paved ramp)**. . . Chatham * Access limited to tides ** Residents only in-season *** Permits Required during certain dates in season.

Access to some facilities is restricted as noted above. For more information and questions regarding Town Landings and Rules and Regulations, visit chatham-ma.gov.

Emergency Numbers 911 Chatham Fire Dept.. . . . (508) 945-2323 Chatham Police Dept.. . (508) 945-1212 Chatham Harbormaster. (508) 945-5185 Coast Guard . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-3830

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No flotation devices are allowed. There is absolutely no swimming in the cut by mandatory order of the Chatham Board of Health, the Harbormaster, and the Park & Recreation Commission. Please pay attention to all signage.

SHARKS

Know Your Risk — The only way to avoid a shark attack is to remain on shore. If you choose to enter the water: • Be aware that sharks hunt for seals in shallow water • Stay close to shore • Swim, paddle, kayak, and surf in groups — don’t isolate yourself • Avoid areas where seals are present • Avoid areas where schools of fish are visible • Avoid murky or low-visibility water • Limit splashing • Adhere to all signage and flag warnings at beaches • Follow instructions of town staff If you spot a shark along the beach: • Exit the water calmly with limited splashing • Notify others in the water around you • Notify a lifeguard, beach patrol, parking lot attendant, or harbormaster • Shark sightings can be submitted to Sharktivity App

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Call 911 in an Emergency. Most white shark bite victims survive because of first aid initiated from bystanders. White Shark bites result in hemorrhaging which requires immediate first aid. Stop the Bleed. For first aid training opportunities and more information visit atlanticwhiteshark.org/ white-shark-public-safety For more information and to view the latest research: atlanticwhiteshark.org and download the Sharktivity App to receive alerts and report sightings

BOATERS/KAYAKERS

The surf conditions and currents in the inlets are extremely dangerous. Anyone without local knowledge and experience should avoid using the inlets at all times. Small craft, sailing vessels, kayaks, and boards of any kind should not use the inlets. They can be easily swept out to the ocean and into dangerous surf.

CHATHAM HARBOR

The currents are very strong in Chatham Harbor. Ocean waves break in the harbor.

Please pay attention to the tides and the shifting shoals. Schedule boating activities according to the tides. All vessels must heed the “Rough Bar” warning (quick flashing yellow light) at the Chatham Lighthouse Coast Guard Station. Careful

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R E C R E AT I O N Summer STEM Camp at Chatham Marconi is a fun, multi-day STEM camp featuring classes for curious kids on astronomy, robotics, weather, animation, coding & more. For more information and to register visit chathammarconi.org/ summer-stem-classes.

operation and navigation is required by all mariners and swimmers.

CHATHAM’S WATERWAYS

Our ponds and waterways are popular recreation areas. The Town of Chatham works in tandem with Friends of Chatham Waterways, the Association to Preserve Cape Cod, the Pleasant Bay Alliance, and their volunteers to gather data about our freshwater and saltwater resources.

Information is available at FCW’s site, ChathamWaterways.org, and the town’s Natural Resources site, chatham-ma. gov/177/Natural-Resources-Department

COMMUNITY RECREATION & ACTIVITIES

The Town of Chatham’s Recreation & Beaches Division has its own website and activity registration system. For a full list

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of the Town of Chatham’s Community Recreation Activities, please visit chathamma.myrec.com.

PLAYGROUNDS

The Depot Road Playground by Veterans Field includes just as many features and carries on the nautical theme of the old Robert Leathers Playground structure.

Major components include the lighthouse, a boat, a fishing net, and several rideon fish. The play area is covered with woodchips and a path runs through the center to provide handicapped access.

Volunteer Park has expanded in recent years. On 196 Sam Ryder Road, it features a playground, skate park, soccer fields, baseball fields, and picnic area.

Veterans Field, home of the Chatham Anglers, is used for baseball and soccer.

South Chatham Playground: Small playground not far from the Forest Beach conservation area.

Elementary School (summertime): The Augustus & Marion Ellis Playground at Chatham Elementary, open to the public in the summer.

GOLF

Seaside Links Golf Course Seaview St., Chatham. 9 Holes.

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The Captains Golf Course The Captains Golf Course 1000 Freeman’s Way, Brewster. 36 Holes.

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CYCLING

The Chatham Bikeways Committee welcomes bicyclists to Chatham. Biking is a great way to explore the town and visit the many beaches and shops while avoiding traffic congestion during the summer months. The Chatham Bike Trail can be accessed from several locations in town. Please visit the Chatham Bikeways Committee page on the town website: chatham-ma.gov/359/bikewayscommittee

TENNIS

Public courts along Depot Road and Chatham Middle School on Crowell Road

PICKLEBALL

Courts are off Stepping Stones Road at Chatham Middle School (parking on Stepping Stones Road).

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R E C R E AT I O N SHELLFISHING

The Town of Chatham issues shellfish permits annually. Quahog, clam, and mussel season is year-round; oyster season is October 1 through April 30, and scallop season is November 1 through March 31.

The 2025–2026 Family Shellfish Permit Application is online at chatham-ma.gov on the Shellfish Division site — along with extensive information about shellfish regulations, shellfish information map, seasonal openings, sticker office hours and location, and FAQs. Fees for the current year: • $45 for Chatham residents or property owners • $20 for Chatham residents or nonresident taxpayers (over age 70) • $120 for non-residents • $45 for Massachusetts resident veterans • $20 for Massachusetts resident senior veterans Family licenses may be purchased after May 15th of each year and are good from June 1 through May 30. The Shellfish Department asks that each family keep track of their catch of shellfish on the reverse of the license and turn this catch report in at the end of each term, upon renewal of license. chatham-ma.gov/327/ shellfish-division

FISHING

Cape Cod is an angler’s paradise, and Chatham is at the heart of the action. Ocean fishing off Chatham is a vibrant and historic part of the town’s economy and culture.

The town’s location on the Atlantic Ocean has offered opportunities to fish for cod, lobster, haddock, flounder, pollock, dogfish, halibut, striped bass, and giant bluefin tuna. The growth of the seal population has impacted the local catch. However, Chatham is still notorious for bluefish and striper fishing, especially off Monomoy Island.

Fishing Monomoy’s rips continues to be a challenging thrill, typically from the end of May through early November.

Fishing charters and sportfishing are popular activities, with several businesses offering guided fishing trips and related services. Chatham Sportfishing departs from Stage Harbor Marine, offering sportfishing trips for striped bass, blues, scup, and fluke, as well as seal cruises to see Chatham’s best-known residents — gray and harbor seals; and small-group whale watches offshore east of Chatham. Finatic Fishing Charters offers trips for bluefin tuna, striped bass, black seabass, and fluke. Got Stryper is a Chatham-based light tackle charter company welcoming families, novice anglers, and well-seasoned fishermen on inshore and offshore trips from black seabass to giant bluefin and everything in-between. Striker Charters and Guide

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Service includes fishing for striped bass, blues, and tuna. They also offer seal watch, whale watch, and sightseeing tours, as well as island excursions.

Freshwater fishing in Chatham is excellent. Both Schoolhouse Pond and Goose Pond are stocked with various species of trout.

Fishing permits are required in Massachusetts — both for Recreational Freshwater and Saltwater Fishing.

Information on fishing licenses and online purchasing are on the mass.gov website. mass.gov/massfishhunt-buy-fishing-orhunting-licenses The Chatham Fish Pier is a notable landmark where you can observe the fishing fleet and learn about the maritime history of the area. The pier also features the Fisherman’s Monument honoring the town’s fishing industry. (See more on page 21)

BOATING/SAILING INSTRUCTION AND RENTALS

Chatham Sailboat Rentals, located on Ridgevale Beach in South Chatham, is the warmer-water Nantucket Sound destination for waterfront sailing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). They also

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offer expert-led boat tours and lessons, available by appointment. (508) 432-4339, chathamsail.com Down Cape Charters & Boat Rentals is a family-owned business located on the eastern shore of Pleasant Bay, the largest contiguous bay along the Cape Cod National Seashore. They offer private charters and tours, group tours, boat rentals and lessons. downcapeboating.com North Chatham Outfitters rents kayaks and paddle boards, including pickup or delivery. northchathamoutfitters.com Pleasant Bay Community Boating is a nonprofit organization dedicated to offering educational and recreational boating opportunities to residents and summer visitors. In addition to a robust summer schedule, PBCB offers special programs and events throughout the year at its incredible Pleasant Bay waterfront campus where the towns of Harwich, Brewster, and Orleans meet — near the Chatham line on Route 28. Pleasant Bay is the largest estuary on Cape Cod, and the protected embayment provides the perfect setting for boating, marine exploration, and learning opportunities for people of all ages. PBCB can accommodate individuals or groups

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R E C R E AT I O N with limited access to sailing and boating due to physical or cognitive challenges, offering adaptive sailing from mid-June to mid-September. (508) 945-7245, pbcb.cc

ECO-TOURS: SEAL AND WILDLIFE OBSERVATION

Harbor and gray seals are the most common species in Chatham and can be seen resting or hauled-out on rock piles, ledges, sand bars, and jetties exposed during low tide around the Chatham shoals from the North Beach breakthrough to South Beach and Monomoy. They’re also found resting on isolated beaches, in marshes, and on floating docks at all tide stages. The best time to see seals is within 2 hours of low tide on a sunny midday afternoon.

Because seals cannot move well on land, during high tide they position themselves over submerged jetties. When the tide

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goes out they are left exposed, sitting on the jetty basking in the sun. If left undisturbed, they will stay on the rocks until the tide comes in again. If conditions are right, approximately 1,500 to 2,000 seals can be seen in the afternoons at Monomoy Island.

Local companies offer exciting tours along the beautiful Chatham waterways. Sightseeing and observing seals, seabirds, sharks, and whales are popular excursions. Tours nearby include Beachcomber Boat Tours, Monomoy Island Excursions, Striker Charters and Guide Service, Cape Saililng Charters, Down Cape Charters & Boat Rentals, Outermost Harbor Marine, the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, and Chatham Harbor Tours. Reservations are highly recommended — for more details, search “charters“ or “tours“ in chathaminfo.com‘s member directory.

Enjoy Chatham’s seals, sandy beaches, and picturesque harbors aboard one of our Beachcomber boats!

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baseball ANGLERS ‘24 SEASON REVIEW & ‘25 SEASON PREVIEW

The Anglers finished the 2024 season with a 20–20 record, good for second place in the Cape League Eastern Division. The Anglers’ second-place finish allowed them to return to the playoffs and host a playoff game for the first time since 2019. Unfortunately, in a one-game playoff format, the Anglers fell to Harwich, ending their 2024 campaign. It was an exciting summer, with our Anglers enjoying great fan support at Veterans Field, where we again led the league in attendance — which we’re sure helped us compile a 13–7 home record.

The 2024 Anglers were led on offense

by USC’s Austin Overn who boasted a .314 batting average out of the leadoff spot for the first half of the season (before being drafted in mid-season), Auburn’s Ike Irish (.325 team leading average), Washington’s Aiva Arquette (.291 average, team leading 21 RBIs), and LSU’s Ashton Larson (.316 average, team leading 39 games played).

The Anglers’ pitching staff was led by Auburn’s Hayden Murphy (2.89 ERA in a team high 9 outings), Tennessee’s Tanner Franklin (0.75 ERA in 8 outings), and Austin

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Peay’s Titan Hayes who had a perfect 0.00 ERA in six outings as our bullpen closer.

While it’s enjoyable to talk about the successes of 2024, we’re excited to turn our attention to the upcoming 2025 season where we look forward to former major league pitcher Dennis Cook taking over the reins as our Anglers Manager. Dennis’ former experience in Chatham (4 years as our pitching coach) should be very helpful to him in his inaugural Cape League managerial season.

While we expect to see a few returning faces for at least part of the season (e.g. Ashton Larson, Will Gasparino), most of our players will be arriving in Chatham for the first time.

We’re confident Dennis has compiled an excellent roster of players from across the country, players that will ensure our Anglers are again in the hunt for the Cape League title.

We are excited that another Chatham Anglers Cape League season is about to unfold. The players have been selected, the coaches are ready to go, and now it’s almost time to enjoy summer baseball in Chatham.

We are confident the season will contain plenty of excitement, a great deal of joy, and probably a few tears, too. A typical Cape Cod Baseball League summer!

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BASEBALL CLINICS Come learn to play baseball with the Chatham Anglers!

Week 1: June 23 – June 27 Week 2: June 30 – July 3 (No Clinic July 4) Week 3: July 7 – July 11 Week 4: July 14 – July 18 Week 5: July 21 – July 25 Week 6: July 28 – August 1 Participants are grouped: Ages 6 – 8 • Ages 9 – 12 10:30 to Noon $125/week (Week 2: $100) Sign up on Monday mornings – 9:30 am at the Veterans Field For more information, visit chathamanglers.com

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conservation trails PHOTO COURTESY OF GERRY BEETHAM

THE TOWN OF CHATHAM AND THE CHATHAM CONSERVATION FOUNDATION are partners in

conserving open space for habitat, the environment, water protection, and the enjoyment of residents and visitors. Enjoy the CCF trails and the town trails on foot, being sure to maintain the natural beauty of the land. A summary list with highlights is below — explore the Chatham Conservation Foundation’s website for current maps, descriptions, photos, and reminders: chathamconservationfoundation.org/ trail-guides The Town’s Conservation Division supports efforts of the Conservation Commission in the oversight of townowned conservation lands. A map of town-owned open space is posted in the Conservation Division section of the town website: chatham-ma.gov/232/ conservation-division

CHATHAM CONSERVATION FOUNDATION TRAILS

Strong Island - With 75 acres of upland owned by CCF and 69 acres of townowned marsh, Strong Island is the “gem”

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of Pleasant Bay. The island-long 1.7-mile trail system winds through pine and oak woodlands. Birds and mammals are representative of the general area, and the walk features views of the Atlantic Ocean, a barrier beach, salt ponds, marshland, and Pleasant Bay. There is a pristine sandy beach on the north side of the island. A three-acre private reserve is located on the northwestern end. Please stay on the trail, observe all signs, and respect the private residential area. Take great caution for poison ivy, ticks, and summer greenhead flies. Boats may come ashore on the north and west sides. Please do not use the private dock on the west side of the island.

The waters around the island are shallow with strong tides and currents in the channel. Kayakers and canoers should use extreme caution.

Frost Fish Creek Trail - Ridge somewhat difficult walking, so you may retrace entry route. Woods, marsh, and field plant life. Birds. 45 minutes to 1 hour, 16 acres.

Barclay Pond Trail - Quiet, woodsy walk, some up and down hill.

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CO N S E R VAT I O N T R A I L S Mill Pond Overlook - Readily accessible from town, adjacent to the Atwood Museum, the Mill Pond overlook trail offers an easy, family-friendly short walk (.5 miles) to a bench overlooking Mill Pond. The kids will love the story walk on the trail. Along the beginning of the trail, CCF is replacing invasive plant species with native plants, and has installed a ‘water garden’ to mitigate stormwater runoff from the road. Many species of flora and fauna can be enjoyed on the trail including eastern red cedars, black cherry, oak, pitch pine, shadbush, bayberry, highbush blueberry, viburnum, black elderberry, and sensitive fern. CCF is planting additional natives, using many of the species listed above and adding inkberries, sweet pepperbush, and witch hazel. Visitors can spot osprey, great blue heron, redwing black birds, coyotes, river otter, and white-tailed deer on this trail.

Morris Island Trail - Monomoy NWR - The heart of the Morris Island Trail is located on the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1944 to provide habitat for migratory birds, spawning horseshoe crabs, and other wildlife. It encompasses an area of over 7,600 acres of ocean, marshes, dunes, and ponds, all bustling with life. The Morris Island Trail traverses through beach, forest, dunes, salt marshes, and tidal flats. It is a pristine Morris Island Trail

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location for bird watching. Visitors view magnificent migratory birds such as piping plovers, roseate terns, and red knots.

TOWN-OWNED TRAILS

see map, page 54 • Marconi/RCA Conservation Area at Ryder’s Cove - Newly restored and reopened in 2025 • Old Comers Woodland • Training Field Triangle • McCoy Tree Farm • Twine Fields • Valley Farm • Sylvan Gardens • Cedar Street

The Chatham Conservation Foundation (CCF) is the Cape’s oldest land trust and has recently acquired yet another property, saving it from certain development. This heavily wooded parcel was the largest and last of only two vacant pieces of land on the water and it adjoins many acres CCF has preserved on both sides of on both sides of Muddy Creek.

Neighbors have spotted bald eagles in the vicinity, and other local flora and fauna abound here. This parcel will not be open to the public, but it adjoins a vast amount of protected land in the Muddy Creek headwaters (owned by CCF, HCT, and the town), keeping it pristine for paddlers and a safe place for nesting birds.

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The Chatham Conservation Foundation recently launched a new website, ccfinc.org, with extensive information about regional trail walks and other conservation events, restoration projects, webinars, volunteer opportunities, and other Cape-wide events on a community Conservation Calendar.

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C H AT H A M C U LT U R E

Chatham Town Band performs in the Whit Tileston Bandstand at Kate Gould Park

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arts, music & theater Chatham offers diverse artistic and cultural events, supported by the Chamber through the website’s event listings (and helpful “Chatty the Chatham Chatbot” on the main page of chathaminfo.com). Community friends are also active in fundraising and volunteering for the artistic and cultural community. The Chamber shares the Chatham Cultural Council’s core belief that bringing culture to our communities elevates our quality of life, educates our citizens, and drives growth in the creative economy. Please visit the Calendar (page 31) for more detailed community events.

Chatham Town Band - The 2025 summer band concert season begins on Friday, June 27, and continues every Friday night through August 29. Whit Tileston Bandstand, Kate Gould Park. Concerts start at 8:00 pm. Though it “Never Rains” on Summer Friday Nights in Chatham, concerts may be cancelled due to inclement weather. chathamband.com Chatham History Month in June Celebrating the town’s rich heritage with museums and historic sites participating. historic-chatham.org

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Cape Cod Shakespeare Festival in Chatham - A non-profit arts institution providing free live productions in Chatham’s Kate Gould Park. ccsfc.org Chatham Orpheum Theater - A nonprofit community movie theater with a fullservice restaurant. 637 Main St., Chatham chathamorpheum.org Creative Arts Center - Offers year-round classes, workshops, and demonstrations in various art forms. They sponsor the

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C H AT H A M C U LT U R E CHATHAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION EVENTS Chatham Art in the Park Whales, Sharks, and Oars Chatham’s favorite summer tradition returns with a splash. Celebrating creativity and community spirit with painted sculptures on display throughout town. Art in the Park runs June 18–August 15 and Oars in the Stores runs May 24–Labor Day. Oktoberfest A fall tradition featuring two stages with bands and performers. Kate Gould Park and Town Hall parking lot. October 18.

Pumpkin People in the Park A display that never disappoints — chamber members, nonprofits, and community members create “pumpkin people” with unique themes each year. October 9–31.

Christmas by the Sea Step into the charm of a classic New England holiday. The family-friendly weekend stroll is straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. December 12–14.

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Festival of the Arts every August, and other community events. 154 Crowell Rd., Chatham capecodcreativearts.org

critical thinking, creativity, and community building. 549 Main St., Chatham chathamma.gov/387/chatham-cultural-council

Guild of Chatham Painters - Showcases original paintings by local artists.

Chatham Music Club - Through performance and education, the Chatham Music Club (CMC) promotes the appreciation of classical music. chathammusicclub.com

Chatham Drama Guild - The Cape’s second oldest continuously operating theater venue, providing family entertainment. 134 Crowell Rd., Chatham chatdramaguild.org Chatham Cultural Council - Promotes a rich and diverse life by supporting programs, events, and performances, which encourages

First Night Chatham A town-wide celebration of the arts on New Year’s Eve. More than 70 performances and events are brought together by hundreds of volunteers. firstnightchatham.com

T I M O T H Y J O N S T RU N A ORIGINAL FINE ART PAINTINGS • ENGRAVINGS • PRINTS

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A Toast to Our Shellfishing Community PHOTOS BY FLEETING MOMENTS PHOTOGR APHY

CHATHAM HAS EVOLVED from its early days of farming to an economy buoyed by deep-sea fishing and shellfishing in the local waterways. Today, fish and clam harvesting remain Chatham’s most iconic maritime industries. Fresh seafood from our local waters is a significant economic driver.

And fresh raw-bar — most notably oysters and littleneck clams on the half shell — are wildly popular at local restaurants and catered events. The world-renowned softshell clams from Monomoy Island provide an enormous boost to the entire farm-to-table chain — from the diggers to the distributors to the servers to the consumers.

Father-daughter commercial clammers Mike and Faye Anderson welcomed a photographer and writer to accompany them to Monomoy for a November dig on a cold but sunny, wind-favorable afternoon.

Part of what makes Monomoy steamers better than most is the superior location; they are continuously flushed by the swift ocean currents. Monomoy is such a unique area with both the cold Atlantic Ocean waters and the warmer Nantucket Sound waters moving through. “The two together

make for a magical, special steamer. Once you’ve had them, you know the difference.”

Resilience is critical for anyone making a living in Chatham’s fishing and shellfishing industries. Faye recalls the days when fishing accounted for half the town’s income. But folks in the industry have had to switch gears in the face of obstacles like Mother Nature, erosion/shifting sands, and an occasional red tide. Fishermen adapted to diminishing catches by embracing untapped markets with species like dogfish, skate, and monkfish. Local diggers supplement their income, unlike many years ago.

Erosion and barrier beach wash-overs have hit Chatham especially hard since a catastrophic barrier beach break in the late 1980s. Books, lectures, and media interviews about our erosion, shifting sands, and climate change have been a local focus for countless years. But while the natural coastal processes have devastated parts of the shoreline and hampered fishing fleets, Monomoy Island’s low-tide sandbars have grown. Monomoy’s coastline has rebounded as a viable fishery to support the Chatham harvester community — including Faye,

“Monomoy Steamers” are a local favorite, dipped in hot clam broth then drawn butter. Faye is allergic to shellfish, but she loves digging clams — especially the giant ones that make the most perfect fried clams. chathaminfo.com

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Father-daughter commercial clammers Mike and Faye Anderson Mike, and other hardy diggers who boat out to the island and work from just before low tide until the water washes over the flats.

Even as a successful commercial clam harvester, “it’s never the only thing we do to make a living,” Faye said. She remembers a big heyday of clamming in the 1990s triggered by a breakthrough further down on Monomoy.

“Back in the day, many more flats were littered with clams.”

The channels weren’t easy to navigate, but the break created a lot more flats. “It was a viable area for all of us — really good clamming.”

In her college years, it was easy to come home on breaks and get back out to the flats, almost always joyfully alone. “I was being paid well for exercising, being on the beach, getting sunshine, listening to music…” In a bikini in her younger days! She still loves everything about digging, many years later.

The only drawback is when the greenheads are out. The saltmarsh-loving biting flies emerge in full force for a few weeks of

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summer and make Faye cringe. “No matter what concoction I try, they seem to find me.”

In winter, it’s not as practical to harvest, Faye added. The price is low, it’s cold and uncomfortable, it gets dark very early, and there are many days clammers just can’t get out there. Quahogging on the flats is impossible if it’s 32 degrees or lower, since clams freeze on impact with the air when pulled out of the sand.

“There are many reasons it’s not conducive to being someone’s only year-round job.”

Today, Faye’s yearround income is from her metal sculpting business.

But she still loves bringing her dad to clam alongside her. Mike is a former commercial fisherman, well known as a host at the Chatham Fish Pier in the summer. He’s warm, hilarious, and incredibly knowledgeable about Chatham’s fishing and maritime industry. Faye prefers to bring Mike out to the clam flats on her own boat — then there’s no negotiation about where to go.

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Out on the expansive Monomoy sandbars, Faye and Mike navigated to their preferred clamming spots. She stands when she digs, her dad digs on his knees. Faye likes the harder, black sand. Mike prefers softer, wetter sand.

The smooth ride back to Barn Hill Landing was a peaceful and beautiful reminder of the wonders of Chatham-byboat, especially in the quiet, still off-season.

Waiting at the dock, the wholesaler — a Chatham legend who used to unload fish at the pier decades ago — hauled Faye and Mike’s catches onto his refrigerated truck.

He knows how to time his pickups perfectly by the tide and the harvesters’ habits. Local restaurants, fish markets, and his north shore distributor couldn’t possibly get any fresher shellfish.

For Chatham and the shellfish-loving community well beyond the Cape, the Monomoy Island experience is hopeful. As you dine on butter and lemon-drenched Monomoy steamers and appreciate our fresh local food source, raise a glass to Chatham’s skilled, passionate harvesters who bring us this delicacy.

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MONOMOY ISLAND

Learn more in-person: You can visit Monomoy Island and nearby barrier beaches by taking a water shuttle, joining an organized seal-watch or eco-tourism excursion, or hiking the renowned Morris Island Trail, part of the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, which looks out over Monomoy.

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Exploring Our Villages From our charming downtown walking district to unusual gems scattered throughout the town, Chatham offers a collection of mostly locally-owned shops and galleries that attract visitors from across the country and around the world. Chatham has some of the best shopping on Cape Cod, with incredible coastal photography, fine local art, elegant sweaters and Cape Cod casual and preppy styles, books by Cape authors, hand-made chocolates, custom crafted jewelry, fun and functional home goods, nautical items, or toys for kids of all ages, Chatham has some of the best shopping on Cape Cod. Whether you’re a local, vacationer, part-timer, or day-tripper, you’ve likely experienced Chatham as home to thriving businesses working year-round to maintain our town’s traditions, flavor, and style.

Our bustling downtown main street is a popular destination for visitors looking to shop for souvenirs or grab a bite. The expansive downtown area may seem like the heart of our seaside town, but there are many more byways and nooks throughout our villages. No matter what neck of the woods you call home — or your home away from home — the Chatham Chamber and Merchants Association invites you to explore the unique alcoves from Lighthouse Beach to Harwich, and from the Fish Pier to Orleans.

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NORTH CHATHAM

The North Chatham stretch of Route 28 is home to specialty businesses just off Orleans Road and past the Shark Center. Whether starting your day and looking for a great cup of coffee after a hustle-filled workout or capping the day off with fresh raw bar and a beverage, the little plaza in North Chatham invites locals and visitors alike with plentiful parking. Cape Cod Coffee at Chatham Perk offers a great cup of coffee and breakfast/ lunch offerings: smoothies, sandwiches, baked goods, and more. They have indoor and outdoor tables at their North Chatham location. (And they have a second location in Chatham on Main Street).

Next door, Chatham Light Liquors offers wine, beer, and liquor, as well as cheese and crackers, cigars, and lottery tickets. Their staff is helpful and they have occasional tastings. In-between is the new Elwood’s Raw Bars, offering fresh local seafood — including Chatham cherrystones and oysters, of course — with cool barreltable gathering spots on their outside patio.

Also in the plaza, you can’t miss Chatham Works. You may remember this location as former home of the “Northport Seafood House” or “Campari’s.” The local Chatham Works owners transformed the building into an incredible fitness and workspace center. Their team helps you

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Atlantic White Shark Conservancy’s Shark Center meet your goals in more ways than one. The fitness center offers classes and training, they have a small shop, and they offer beautiful workspaces and a conference room for shortterm or long-term professional work.

Other nearby landmarks in North Chatham include the Shark Center, the Marconi Maritime Center, and Chatham Sunrise. The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy’s Shark Center has become a go-to location for bringing friends and visitors during the summertime to learn more about the other locals of Cape Cod. Their interactive exhibits and well-versed staff educate and thrill visitors on the fish species

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that brings many people to Chatham: sharks.

The Chatham Marconi Maritime Center is a maritime communication history and STEM education center. Their Marconi/ RCA-Wireless Museum features interactive exhibits, and their Education Center offers classes and activities for children and families. Their Antenna Trail is perfect for a nature walk. And new this year, drive (don’t walk) across the street for another nature walk, the town-owned Marconi/RCA Conservation Trail at Ryder’s Cove. Look for the new kiosk with signage highlighting both the restoration of this coveside woodland and the history of Chatham Radio/WCC. As you head back toward town on Route 28, look for Chatham Sunrise on your right.

They’re known for the friendly staff, quality ingredients, and healthy recipes made from the freshest local food — check out their website photo gallery. They offer indoor seating (and outdoor seating for takeout), and they cater as well.

DOWNTOWN CHATHAM

Just a short stroll from the iconic Lighthouse Beach and Chatham Coast Guard Station, downtown Main Street offers the ultimate shopping and dining experience. Kids have their own lists of favorite spots — Ducks in the Window, Chatham Candy Manor, Chatham Kids, Chatham Penny Candy, and Friday night Chatham Band Concerts at the Whit Tileston Bandstand in Kate Gould Park.

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E X PLO R I N G O U R V I L L AG E S For the older generations, the center of town is a delightful mix of nostalgia, wonderfully diverse restaurants, new and old stores for all tastes, and Chatham personalities to cherish. We could gush on about dozens of special Chamber and Merchant member treasures — here is a whirlwind sampling of downtown treasures.

Just past the rotary, the Puritan Cape Cod’s Chatham Chatham Orpheum Theater, store celebrates 100 years and a few not-to-miss clothing shops, Chatham Paint and PHOTO COURTESY OF PURITAN CAPE COD Hardware is a popular place to clothing and accessories for little ones. pick up home improvement, hardware, and Their children’s nautical striped sweater is decorating items for any new project or the perfect cozy Chatham gift. Their ‘sister repair — and the staff is incredibly helpful. store’ just up the street, Chatham Clothing Notice the beautifully maintained Sears Bar, offers a variety of lifestyle wear for Park (thank you, Chatham Garden Club) men, women, and children. The selection on your way to Chatham Kids, a go-to varies from Anglers merchandise, Chathamdestination for adorable Cape Cod-inspired specific apparel, and quality clothing for everyday wear.

Also year-round, stop into Puritan Cape Cod — not only for their quality clothing and exclusive Chatham Chinos, but also for some historical tales about Chatham. Puritan Cape Cod’s Chatham store is a third-generation, family-owned company, occupying the same Main Street building for 100 years — and they’ll be celebrating this summer! The Penn family believes in service to the customer, and just as important, service to the community. They’re in the relationship business, and customers will tell you it’s a different experience.

Linger as you pass Eldredge Public Library — or go in! It is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places for its architectural significance. Their programs for all ages are exceptional, and it has been a go-to spot for readers and learners since it was built in 1896.

Next door, Cape Cod 5 is a community bank serving the Cape since 1855. They work year-round to assist residents and

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E X PLO R I N G O U R V I L L AG E S visitors alike with financial needs. The bank is known for their commitment to making a positive difference in Chatham and beyond.

Chatham Jewelers, a family-owned and operated fine jewelry store since 1951, specializes in timeless gemstone and diamond jewelry. They handcraft exquisite nautical designs on the premises. Bring a little Chatham with you wherever you go — perhaps a Chatham Bandstand charm or custom shell pendant. They welcome and educate customers year-round, and their service is exceptional.

Chatham native (and daughter of a commercial fisherman) Taylor Brown created Fisherman’s Daughter — you can’t miss her gorgeous mermaid sign and artistic window displays. The boutique offers a wide variety of original graphic screen-printed tees and sweatshirts, beautiful brands by other local artisans, and select brands from all over the country.

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Chatham Cookware & Cafe is a coffee shop, bakery, and deli on Main Street, with delicious handmade options catered to your tastes. Locals refer to it as “Cookware”— it’s a thrill to find them open in the off-season around the time of two October fundraisers, the W.O.W. Paddle and the Witches’ Walk!

Their convenient outdoor patio is perfect for sitting and recharging during a busy day… or

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The Mayflower Shop, since 1885 sit out front on the bench and people-watch.

If you’re looking for a gift, Yankee Ingenuity is a favorite. It’s a charming haven brimming with a delightful assortment of specialty gifts and unique decorations.

From captivating photography and stunning sculptures to one-of-a-kind jewelry, stylish lamps, and timeless clocks, there’s something for every taste and budget.

Yellow Umbrella Books has been offering a wide selection of books in Chatham since 1980, in its quaint shop across from Kate Gould Park. They offer everything — pre-loved books, brand new releases, classics, travel features, and more.

The Mayflower Shop, a year-round variety store in a gorgeous and fragrant environment, has been at the same Main Street location since 1885. It offers a unique and unmatched stationery selection, retro

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and current toys you won’t find anywhere else, and exclusively commissioned pieces.

Struna Galleries features the art of local Brewster native Timothy Jon Struna.

His style includes architecture, nature, and still life. The Chatham gallery is owned and operated by the artist’s daughter Heather.

Specialty boutique If the Shoe Fits carries clothing, shoes, and accessories from small designers, ensuring that their looks are ones you won’t find anywhere else.

Forest Beach Designer-Goldsmiths is known for handmade, unique jewelry. The master goldsmiths showcase a beautiful collection of quality handmade jewelry, most of which is made by the two artists and their staff of talented goldsmiths.

Where the Sidewalk Ends is not just a bookstore, but an unforgettable experience in reading, knitting groups, local authors,

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Simpler Pleasures specializes in beautiful decor — they’re a full-service interior design shop with their own on-site custom workroom. They’re known for slip covers, window treatments, custom cushions and pillows, reupholstery, and more. And their retail shop displays furniture, lamps, rugs, and home accessories.

IN-TOWN TREATS

Nestled in the corner behind The Mayflower and the Squire is the tiniest, quaintest coffee shop in town: Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters.

It’s the perfect pick-me-up after your morning power-walk or during a busy shopping day.

Buffy’s offers decadent hand-crafted ice cream bars and has been a Chatham staple of tasty treats since their opening in 2022.

Chatham Candy Manor Chatham Candy Manor celebrates their 70th anniversary of serving Chatham with delicious, mouthwatering sweets. You can’t miss their homemade fudge, wall of jellybean delights, and specialty chocolate boxes.

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E EX XPLO PLOR RIIN NG GO OU UR RV VIILLLL AG AGE ESS Sweet Dreams Ice Cream is a locally owned and operated ice cream shop featuring sweets and chocolates from Chatham Penny Candy just a few skips away downtown. Chatham Penny Candy, on the corner of Main and Seaview, specializes in old-fashioned treats, with candies from the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s.

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The shops at the end of the shopping area (on your way toward the Lighthouse) are a treat for artistic minds, elevated palettes, walkers, and cyclists. Known fondly as “400 Main,” you’ll find fine art and other delights to elevate your vacation or welcome guests coming for a visit.

The Colors of Chatham showcases Cape Cod photography, pastel paintings, and watercolor paintings. The talented artists displayed in the gallery want to share

the beauty of Cape Cod near and far.

Gustare Gourmet is well-known for their gourmet pantry items — especially their premium oils and vinegars selected from around the world. This new location at 400 Main is easily accessible and is the perfect shop for tasty, healthful samples, unique recipes and foodie insights, and a wide assortment of gifts and gift baskets.

Chatham Hood Bikes rents and services bikes, and they will deliver your rental bicycles at your adventure starting point.

Just past 400 Main, take note of the newly reopened Eldredge Garage Parking Lot & Visitor Center, offering paid (or Chatham sticker) parking in the summer, restrooms, visitor information, electric vehicle chargers, a water bottle refill station, a device charging station, and a bike storage rack. It even has a tool station for cyclists to make minor repairs. At this location, Chatham Valet offers a shuttle service

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THE OLD VILLAGE

The neighborhood known as the Old Village is located at the southeastern corner of town and extends from the Eldredge Garage to the Lighthouse. Historically, The recently renovated Eldredge the now predominantly Garage Parking Lot & Visitor Center residential area was a vital hub of shipping, fishing, salt making, boat building, and salvaging.

Way community). The Chronicle celebrates The houses in the district represent a its 60th year serving the community, cross-section of architectural development and you can subscribe year-round both dating from 1730 to the 20th century. In here in the Chatham area and off-Cape.

2002, the Old Village was listed on the Across from Munson Meeting on Crowell National Register of Historic Places, a is Wheelhouse Bike Company, a fulldesignation which helps to preserve its service bike shop with every kind of bike historic integrity. Visitors are encouraged you need for your Cape Cod adventure. to roam the many side streets and lanes Take a drive further down Crowell Road for and enjoy this iconic and unique historic new restaurants, long-established service area. businesses, and back to North Chatham points of interest.

From the traffic light heading toward HEADING TO WEST CHATHAM Harwich on Route 28 (Main Street), “The Taking Main Street away from downtown Cornfield” at 1291 Main Street is easily Chatham, taking a right at Crowell Road recognized by the large Mac’s sign, picnic at the traffic light brings you to an ‘off the tables, and festive outdoor lighting. In beaten path’ part of town where you’ll this plaza, you’ll find indispensable small discover our highly regarded independent businesses and services. It’s a well-loved weekly newspaper, the Cape Cod Chronicle area with beautifully maintained spaces — a (the red building in the Munson Meeting

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Gallery Antonia is a fine art gallery showcasing works by awarded regional artists. Art lovers visit to take in the pieces reflecting life on the Cape, bringing back fond memories of the past — and memories of your visit to take with you.

Don’t leave The Cornfield without stopping in at Mac’s Chatham Fish & Lobster for fresh, quality seafood caught daily from Cape Cod waters. Take home everything you need for a Cape Cod style meal — or be treated at their Chatham Mac’s restaurant next door for dine-in or takeout.

Everything on the menu is popular, with delights like the fresh Lobster Tostada and Mac’s gluten-free Poke Bowl.

Not far from the Cornfield, Barn Hill Pottery welcomes you down their seashell driveway to a world of handcrafted treasures.

This unique gallery showcases beautiful, functional Chatham pottery, each piece a work of art. From mugs and vases to pitchers, wine coolers, votives, and heartshaped dishes, every item is thoughtfully displayed on lobster traps and antique cranberry boxes.

You’ll be amazed at Maps of Antiquity, right on Main Street. They have a worldwide selection of antique maps, charts, and prints, with a special focus on Cape Cod maps and other maps of the Northeast. They offer framing and appraisals, too.

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SOUTH CHATHAM HISTORICAL SPOT

We can’t leave our delightful village of South Chatham off the radar. The center of life in the Nantucket Sound community has always been the South Chatham Public Library.

The little — TINY — neighborhood library has proudly served residents and visitors for just over 150 years, with just 12 librarians through those years. Stop in and pick up your next beach read… and ask about their newly published booklet, “South Chatham Public Library, The First One Hundred Fifty Years (1874 – 2024).”

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helpful phone numbers EMERGENCY ONLY

Council on Aging. . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5190

Police, Fire, Ambulance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911

Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5102

NON EMERGENCY

Harbormaster . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5185

Police. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1213 Fire / Rescue. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-2324

MEDICAL / HEALTH SERVICES Cape Cod Hospital. . . . . . . . (508) 771-1800 Fontaine Medical Center. . . . (508) 430-3330

Wharfinger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5177 Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5165 Human Resources. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5166 Natural Resources. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5165 Permits (Sticker Office - Beach, Transfer Station, Shellfish). . . . . . . . (508) 945-5180

Outer Cape Health Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 432-1400

Planning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5168

Visiting Nurse Association. . . (508) 945-2869

Recreation & Beaches. . . . . . (508) 945-5175

CHATHAM TOWN OFFICES & COMMUNITY SERVICES

Select Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5105

Assessing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5103

Town Offices. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5100

Building Division. . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5168

Town Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5105

Cemetery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5117

Town Clerk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5101

Chatham TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5116

Transfer Station (Waste and Recycling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5151

Coastal Resources. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5176 Community Center/Recreation and Beaches Division & Council on Aging Division . . . . . . . (508) 945-5175

Public Works. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5155

Shellfish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5184

Treasurer/Collector . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5108 Water & Sewer. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5150 Water Quality Lab. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5165

Community Development. . . (508) 945-5168 Conservation. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5164 Visit chatham-ma.gov/101/departments for the Chatham municipal department web pages, plus detailed information/documents about services and resources available.

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THRIFT SHOPS

Eldredge Public Library. . . . (508) 945-5170

First United Methodist Church Thrift Shop 569 Main St. at Cross St., Chatham chathammethodist.org/thriftshop

So. Chatham Public Library . (508) 430-7989

OTHER HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION Cape Cod Senior Resources ccsrg.org Chatham Municipal Airport. (508) 945-9000 Chatham Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5199 Coast Guard Station . . . . . . (508) 945-3830 Elder Affairs Hotline. . . . . . . (800) 882-2006 Elder Services of Cape Cod & the Islands. . . . . . . . . . (508) 394-4630 Monomoy Community Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1501

South Chatham Community Church Benefit Shop 2555 Main St., South Chatham chatham-church.com Uncommon Thrift at St. Christopher’s 625 Main St., Chatham stchristopherschatham.org/ uncommonthrift Unitarian Universalist Meeting House Thrift Shop Queen Anne Rd., Chatham uumh.net/thrift-shop

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0594 Post Office (All Branches) . . (800) 275-8777 Chatham (02633) West Chatham (02669) North Chatham (02650) South Chatham (02659)

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CO M M U N I T Y R E SO U R C E S / WO R S H I P

places of worship Cape Cod is home to many faiths. To search by town please visit: capecodcouncilofchurches.org/churches-in-our-community CATHOLIC

UNITARIAN

Holy Redeemer Highland Ave., Chatham (508) 945-0677 holyredeemerchatham.org Our Lady of Grace (Summer Only) Meetinghouse Rd., South Chatham (508) 432-2279 Call for Mass Schedule

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

First Church of Christ Scientist Route 28, Harwich Port (508) 945-9534 cschurchhc.org

Unitarian Universalist Meeting House of Chatham 819 Main St., Chatham (508) 945-2075 uumh.net

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

South Chatham Community Church Corner Main & Mill Creek Rd., S. Chatham (508) 432-4248 chatham-church.com Redemption Rock 195 Meetinghouse Rd., S. Chatham (508) 432-8022 redemptionrock.net

CONGREGATIONAL

First Congregational Church of Chatham 650 Main Street, Chatham (508) 945-0800 chathamcongregational.org

EPISCOPAL

St. Christopher’s Church 625 Main St., Chatham (508) 945-2832 stchristopherschatham.org

A shared place of hope: You’ll see a special Tree of Hope on the lawn in front of the UU Meeting House (the Queen Anne Road side of the church). The community is invited to visit the tree, view the messages of hope and kindness, and leave a kindness rock or ornament to share.

The Chatham Labyrinth is also a place for quiet reflection. The Center for the Spiritual Journey maintains the Labyrinth and provides

LUTHERAN

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 310 Route 137, Harwich (508) 432-5172 stpeterslutherancapecod.org

METHODIST

First United Methodist Church of Chatham 569 Main St. at Cross St., Chatham (508) 945-0474 chathammethodist.org

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CO M M U N I T Y R E SO U R C E S / WO R S H I P educational workshops and guided walks for the community — all are welcome. For more information see page 27.

Summertime Interfaith Services at Oyster Pond

Summertime Interfaith Services at Oyster Pond - Many people in the faith community cherish the warm, sunny services at Oyster Pond. A small group of leaders from multiple denominations continues Chatham’s beloved tradition of outdoor faith and fellowship on Sundays from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. at Oyster Pond Beach. A diverse group of clergy members help guide each week’s scripture and meditation/prayer.

All are invited to the Oyster Pond Beach

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services on Sunday mornings from July 6th through Labor Day weekend. The typical service lasts 30 minutes and provides not only a great start to the week for those who attend, but also a nice opportunity to support area non-profit organizations.

Keeping the Faith I N CH AT H A M

Holy Redeemer Catholic Church

Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church

44 Highland Ave. & Old Harbor Rd. (Rte. 28)

60 Meetinghouse Rd. (intersection of Rtes. 28 & 137) Open July & August

DAILY MASS

Mon day– Friday 8 AM WEEKEND MASSES

WEEKEND MASSES

Saturday Vigil 4 PM Sunday Morning 8 AM • 10 AM

Saturday Vigil 4:30 PM Sunday Morning 7:30 AM • 9:30 AM

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dining Recognized as home to one of Cape Cod’s most prolific fishing fleets, Chatham is well known for its fresh seafood. While many restaurants feature the “catch of the day” and other local favorites, there is no lack of other fare, including Italian, French, Continental, Asian, Mexican, Caribbean, and traditional American.

Dining in most establishments is casual.

Shoes and shirts are always required, but the need for a jacket and tie is rare.

Reservations are recommended inseason at many restaurants. Reach out to individual dining establishments regarding reservations, attire, hours, and other details. Restaurants are listed in the Member Directory on page 87, and our chathaminfo.com website links to members’ websites for more details including menus and hours.

SERVING UP EXCELLENCE SINCE 1995! ~ Patio Seating ~ Beer and Wine

CHATHAM 790 Main Street 508.348.0200 Visit our second location SOUTH YARMOUTH 461 Station Ave.

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C E L E B R AT I N G 2 5 Y E A R S !

Chatham Cookware Café offers great family dining on Cape Cod! Gourmet Deli and Bakery Eat-in or Takeout

524 Main Street, Chatham

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Grab N’ Go

Sandwich Platters

Fresh Salads

The Best Breakfast Sandwiches

508-945-1250

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The Food You Crave by the Staff You Love Open Year Round Lunch, Dinner & Takeout Late Night Menu Large Parties Welcome Event Space

1421 Orleans Road (Rt 39), East Harwich 508-432-1800 • the400east.com

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Serving food you love!

BREAKFAST & LUNCH MADE FROM SCRATCH DAILY 247 Orleans Road, North Chatham 508-237-2528 • chathamsunrise.com

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CHATHAM OFFERS a wide variety of accommodations — full-service resorts, bed-and-breakfasts and inns, motels, and rental properties including beach cottages, condos, guest houses, and fully-appointed homes. Each place to stay is unique in its amenities and location. Families planning stays of a week or longer may prefer one of the many cottages or homes for rent.

Lodging establishments and vacation rentals are usually booked far in advance, often the December prior to coming to Chatham.

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in short-term rental property regulations intended to protect the homeowners, rental occupants, the public, and the town’s infrastructure (water, sewer, and septic).

Some homeowners and rental managers use locally-based online rental service platforms that enable the renter to search for properties by bedrooms, available dates, and occupancy, avoiding the extra booking and service fees and corresponding directly with property owners or managers. For an uninterrupted and comfortable vacation, abiding by the occupancy and noise restrictions stipulated in the rental agreement is crucial. Accommodations are listed in the Member Directory on page 85. Welcome to Chatham — the Chamber of Commerce and Merchants Association hopes this is the beginning of many happy returns.

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CAPE COD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL ADDRESS

800-527-4884 • 508-945-0096 297 shore road, chatham chathambarsinn.com

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Pleasant Bay Village

• A million miles from civilization and a short drive to town • Stunning Asian inspired gardens nestled among six acres of private woodland and just minutes to the beach • Impeccable rooms, deluxe studios, and luxurious one and two bedroom cottage suites • Heated pool & Jacuzzi, free wireless internet • TripAdvisor® GreenLeaders Gold Level and Certificate of Excellence 1191 ORLEANS ROAD, CHATHAM 508.945.6061 • W W W.PLEASANTBAYVILLAGE.COM

If not now, then when?

Owned by native Cape Codders with intimate knowledge of the area and its surroundings, Chatham Shores at Compass has been providing exclusive listings of Cape Cod vacation cottages and waterfront homes in Chatham for over 60 years.

CHAT HAMSHORES.C OM • 508.945.9877

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Your vacation is our business!

Why choose us? We’re local and we have over 20 years of experience!

Community is number one to us, so whether you’re looking to list your property for rent or seeking that perfect vacation property for you and your family to enjoy, Chatham Vacation Rentals is here to help!

CHAT HAMVACAT IONREN TALS.C OM • 508.945.9877

Chatham Seaside Cottages OCEANFRONT at beautiful Ridgevale Beach, 2 delightful cottages for perfect Cape Cod getaways.

Each has open living area with fireplace, well equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, full bath and sundeck with spectacular views. Special rates invite you to discover our tranquil off-seasons. Open year round.

Find the perfect vacation rental with

P.O. Box 655, South Chatham, MA 02659 Scott Wallace (508) 237-2601

www.ChathamSeasideCottages.com

METTERS’ COTTAGES George Metters Individually styled 3-BRM houses overlooking Nantucket Sound. Modern & fully equipped on spacious grounds. Cable TV, heat, some with fireplace, decks w/ outdoor furniture & grills.

No pets. Off-season rates. Brochure on request.

94 Chatharbor Lane, South Chatham P.O. Box 114, West Chatham, MA 02669

508-432-3535 • www.chathambeach.com chathaminfo.com

Communicate directly with homeowners prior to booking. No booking fees!

Listing more than 4,000 properties on the Cape & Islands Locally owned & operated since 1997 hello@WeNeedaVacation.com • 774-323-3911 29 Main Street, Unit 4, Orleans

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Serving our community year-round at Munson Meeting Way

Your Hometown Independent News Source Since 1965 Covering the towns of Chatham, Harwich, Orleans, and Brewster.

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Watermark Office Services, Inc.

We’re at 6J – to the left of The Chronicle

Communications, marketing, design, writing... visit us at: WatermarkChatham.com

Exterior & Interior Remodeling

Sustainable, durable, environmentally friendly remodeling and home care services.

Transforming vision into reality. Schedule your consultation today at www.evolve-remodeling.com or call (774) 221-8791.

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For the most up-to-date member list, please visit our website at chathaminfo.com ACCOMMODATIONS

Del Mar Vacations. . . . . . . . . (508) 247-0395 Forza Hospitality. . . . . . . . . . (774) 573-9323 John C. Ricotta & Associates, Inc. Real Estate Sales & Rentals •. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5000 New England Vacation Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 432-0900 Pretty Picky Properties. . . . . . (508) 945-0565

Cottages | Condos | Private Homes Chatham Seaside Cottages • . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 237-2601 Metters Cottages •. . . . . . . . (508) 432-3535 Our Great Gatsby/ Olde Forge Realty . . . . . . (617) 799-5818 Pilgrim Village. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0041 Pleasant Forest Shores . . . . . (727) 346-6464 WeNeedaVacation •. . . . . . . (774) 323-3911

ARTS & CULTURE

Bed & Breakfasts | Inns | Guest Houses A Little Inn on Pleasant Bay. . . . . . . . . . . (203) 858-2346 Captain’s House Inn. . . . . . . . (508) 945-0127 Chatham Guest Rooms. . . . . (508) 945-1660 Chatham Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-9232 Queen Anne Inn . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0394

Hotels | Motels Chatham Bars Inn •. . . . . . . . (508) 945-0096 Chatham Motel. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-2630 Chatham Seafarer. . . . . . . . . (508) 432-1739 Chatham Wayside Inn. . . . . . (508) 945-5550 Greyfinch Chatham Inn. . . . . (877) 934-7809 Pleasant Bay Village Resort •. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-6061 Surfside Motor Inn. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-9757 The Hawthorne. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0372

Rental Agencies Chatham Vacation Rentals •. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-9877 Chatham Village Vacation Properties, LLC. . . . . . . . . (508) 901-9958

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Art Galleries Artnova Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 469-9222 Chatham Fine Art . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0888 Expressions Gallery. . . . . . . . (508) 348-1592 Gallery Antonia • . . . . . . . . . (508) 469-4020 Local Color Gallery . . . . . . . . (508) 237-9233 Nina’s Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . (561) 317-1424 Salt Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 492-9066 Stillwater Garden Studio. . . . (508) 945-2260 Struna Galleries • . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5713 The Colors of Chatham. . . . . (508) 726-4267 The Hopkins Gallery . . . . . . . (774) 209-9473 The Nines Art Gallery . . . . . . (215) 429-6993 Artisans Chatham Wind & Time •. . . . (508) 274-9474 Heather MacKenzie The Picture Poet. . . . . . . . (508) 301-1913 Chatham Coastal Creations . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 237-4213 Chatham Thread Works. . . . . (508) 348-5179 Chatham Weaves

by Janene Marie. . . . . . . . (508) 348-5668 Castleberry Fairs & Festivals. . . . . . . . . . . . . (603) 332-2616

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M E M B E R D I R E C TO RY Outdoor Theater Cape Cod Shakespeare Festival in Chatham . . . . . (201) 634-1480 Theaters Cape Cod Theatre Company / Harwich Junior Theatre. . . (508) 432-2002 Cape Playhouse. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 385-3911 Cape Rep Theatre. . . . . . . . . (508) 896-1888 Chatham Drama Guild. . . . . . (508) 945-0510 Chatham Orpheum Theater • . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0874

BOAT OR AUTO SALES | SERVICES

Automotive Chatham Ford, Inc.. . . . . . . . (508) 945-0500 Marinas | Boat Yards Chatham Yacht Basin. . . . . . . (508) 945-0728 Outermost Harbor Marine. . . (508) 945-2030 Oyster River Boat Yard. . . . . . (508) 945-0736 Stage Harbor Marine. . . . . . . (508) 945-1860

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Education The Rocking Unicorn Nursery School. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0611 Libraries Eldredge Public Library. . . . . (508) 945-5170 South Chatham Public Library . . . . . . . . . . (508) 430-7989 Municipality Town of Chatham . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5100 Museums Atwood Museum - Chatham Historical Society •. . . . (508) 945-2493 347 Stage Harbor Road, Chatham chathamhistoricalsociety.org info@chathamhistoricalsociety.org The Atwood Museum is a small museum founded in 1925 to preserve and display articles related to Chatham’s history.

Today, several galleries and permanent exhibitions are open to the public.

Chatham Marconi Maritime Center / Marconi-RCA Wireless Museum • . . . . . (508) 945-8889 Chatham Railroad Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5780

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Nickerson Family Association & Caleb Nickerson Homestead. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-6086 Nonprofit | Environmental Friends of Chatham Waterways • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . chathamwaterways.org Friends of Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0594 Nonprofit | Human Services CECH - Chatham Ecumenical Council Helping Prevent Homelessness. . . . . . . . . . (508) 294-5654 Community Development Partnership. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 240-7873 Friends of the Chatham Council on Aging. . . . . . . (508) 945-5190 Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 362-3559 MassHire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 771-5627 Monomoy Community Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1501 WE CAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 430-8111 Nonprofit | Mission-Driven Groups Alzheimer’s Family Support Center of Cape Cod. . . . . (508) 896-5170 Animal Rescue League of Boston . . . . . . . . . . . . . (617) 426-9170 Atlantic White Shark Conservancy / AWSC Shark Center. . . . . (508) 348-5901 Cape & Islands United Way. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 775-4746 Cape Abilities . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 778-5040 Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . (508) 362-3225 Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance. . . . . (508) 945-2432 Cape Cod Hospital Auxiliary Chatham/ Harwich Branch. . . . . . . . . (508) 862-5600 Cape Cod Technology Council. . . . . . . . info@cctechcouncil.org CCYP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 332-4825 Cape Light Compact. . . . . . . (508) 375-6644 Cape Media Center. . . . . . . . (508) 394-2388 CARE for the Cape & Islands • . . . . . . . . . . . . (774) 433-2711 Center for the Spiritual Journey •. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1304

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M E M B E R D I R E C TO RY Chatham Athletic Association Inc. / Chatham Anglers . . . . . . . (508) 241-4426 Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5199 Chatham Conservation Foundation • . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-4084 Chatham Cultural Council. . . (508) 945-2236 Chatham Garden Club • ��������� president@chathamgardenclub.org Chatham Men’s Club First Night Chatham . . . . . . . (508) 945-1122 Fishing Partnership Support Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 237-9402 Historic-Chatham.com • Ken Owens Memorial Soccer Jamboree. . . . . . . . . . . . . (774) 392-0598 Lower Cape TV . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 694-3500 Monomoy Yacht Club . . . . . . (508) 945-3776 Old Village Association Pleasant Bay Community Boating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-7245 Protect Our Past. . info@protectourpast.com Rotary Club of Chatham . . . . (508) 237-0998 SCORE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 775-4084 St. Martin’s Lodge. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-2853 Women’s Club of Chatham WOMR-FM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 487-2619 Witches on the Water. . . . . . (508) 237-5614 Nonprofit | Performing Arts Chatham Music Club. . . (508) 737-8056 chathammusicclub.com info@chathammusicclub.org Promoting the appreciation of classical music through performance and education. CMC sponsors a charitable scholarship program, and twice a year, the Music Club presents vocal and instrumental concerts.

Nonprofit | Visual Arts Creative Arts Center •. . . . . . (508) 945-3583 Guild of Chatham Painters

CHURCHES | FAITH

Holy Redeemer Church • Our Lady of Grace •

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First Congregational Church St. Christopher’s Church First United Methodist Church Unitarian Universalist Meeting House • South Chatham Community Church Redemption Rock Other denominations/locations visit CapeCodCouncilofChurches.org for a complete area listing

DINING

Bluefins Sushi & Sake Bar . . . (508) 348-1573 Cape Cod Coffee at Chatham Perk • . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5005 Captain’s Table . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1961 Chatham Cookware •. . . . . . (508) 945-1250 Chatham Filling Station • . . . (508) 945-4380 Chatham Sunrise • . . . . (508) 237-2528 247 Orleans Road, North Chatham chathamsunrise.com kenessiahenry@gmail.com Serving one-of-a-kind traditional breakfast & lunch favorites in a warm welcoming environment. Open daily 7 am – 2:30 pm.

Order online! We host private parties/ catering. Cocktails available!

Confections by the Sea. . . . . (917) 579-6586 Corner Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 432-1077 Del Mar Bar & Bistro. . . . . . . (508) 945-9988 Hangar B Eatery . . . . . . . . . . (508) 593-3655 J. Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-5177 Liberty Artisanal Bakery . . . . . . baker@libertyartisanalbreads.com Mac’s Chatham Fish and Lobster • . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1178 Pate’s Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-9777 Pizza Shark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 419-4560 Public Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 444-8833 Red Nun Bar & Grill. . . . . . . . (508) 348-0469 Ridgevale Beach Snack Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 432-4339 Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters •. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 612-5127 Sweet Tomatoes Pizza • . . . . (508) 348-0200 The Chatham Squire. . . . . . . (508) 945-1111 Viera on Main . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5033 Wild Goose Tavern •. . . . . . . (508) 945-5550

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M E M B E R D I R E C TO RY Catering Backside Bakes . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 360-8399 Mary’s Fine Provisions. . . . . . (774) 216-9530 Ice Cream Buffy’s Ice Cream. . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-5271 Sweet Dreams Ice Cream & Candy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-5142 Seafood Chatham Pier Fish Market. . . (508) 945-3474 Seafood - Raw Bar Catering Elwood’s Raw Bars. . . . . . . . . (508) 348-9258 Upscale Dining Chatham Bars Inn •. . . . . . . . (508) 945-0096 Cuvee at Chatham Inn. . . . . . (508) 945-9232 The Chatham Cut . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-5686

FITNESS | WELLNESS

Beauty Salons | Spas La Bella Skin Bar & IV Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 593-5005 Samantha’s Hair Studio. . . . . (508) 945-0173 Skin Loft on Main. . . . . . . . . . (774) 353-0505 SOL SPA and Wellness Center.(508) 945-8772 The Hairport . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 430-1617 Chatham Lighthouse Beach Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 432-5840 Chatham Works • . . . . . . . . . (508) 469-0123 Chatham Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . (774) 209-6119 Juniper Aesthetics, LLC. . . . . (508) 333-6300 Knead a Massage . . . . . . . . . (508) 737-0498

HEALTH CARE

Holistic Health Jenny Wood Wellness. . . . . . (774) 994-0206 Cape Cod Healthcare •. . . . . (508) 771-1800 Liberty Commons/ Broad Reach. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-4611 Seaside Home Care, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (774) 994-2738 PO Box 99, Chatham seasidehomecarechatham@gmail.com Certified caregivers ensuring your loved one’s health, safety, and well-being— plus help coordinating local resources and setting up the homecare services you need.

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Uplift Physical Therapy and Wellness. . . . . . . . . . (508) 694-3145

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Accountants Janet G. Dugan, CPA, P.C.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-1711 Sanders, Walsh & Eaton, CPAs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0031 Steven M. Ellard, CPA. . . . . . (508) 896-3349 Banks & Credit Unions Cape Cod 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 247-2388 The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 568-3400 Financial & Investment Services Coast to Coast Financial Planning LLC. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-7500 Merchant Services Bay State Merchant Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 929-9973 First Merchant Payment Systems and Payroll Solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 247-7938 Riptide, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (646) 418-2712 Payroll Services Atlantic Payroll. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-2200

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Architectural Design & Building J. August Properties . . . . . . . (508) 294-9411 Polhemus Savery DaSilva . . . (508) 945-4500 Streibert Associates. . . . . . . . (508) 945-1459 SV Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-5485 Attorneys Litchfield & Litchfield, P.C.. . . (508) 945-3334 Riley & Norcross. . . . . . (508) 945-5400 156 Crowell Rd, PO Box 707, Chatham rileyandnorcross.com info@rileyandnorcross.com Real estate, land use and estate planning. William F. Riley, Esq. and James M. Norcross, Esq. Carpentry Suman Custom Carpentry. . . (508) 901-3818 Childcare Summer Sitters . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 237-8965

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M E M B E R D I R E C TO RY Computer Sales/Services Click Cape Cod, LLC. . . . . . . (508) 945-6443 Contractors Cape Associates, Inc. . . . . . . (508) 255-1770 CertaPro Painters of Cape Cod. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 444-8859 Eastward Companies, Inc.. . . (508) 945-2300 Gable Building Corp.. . . . . . (508) 945-4002 Harry Ellis, Builder. . . . . . . . . (608) 432-2393 Minglewood Homes •. . . . . . (508) 945-5068 Rick Roy Construction. . . . . . (508) 432-6840 Seaside Roofing and Siding Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 400-3411 Stello Construction, Inc. . . . . (508) 432-2218 Electricians Stanley H. BullardElectrician. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 221-1668 Employee Benefits Complete Payroll Solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-2947 Engineers Clark Engineering LLC. . (508) 945-5454 156 Crowell Road, Suite B, Chatham clarkeng.net office@clarkeng.net Professional Engineering Services, Site Planning & Development, Wetland Permitting, Title 5 Design, Sewer Connection Plans/Permitting Coastal Engineering Company, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . (508) 255-6511 East-SouthEast, LLC . . . . . . . (508) 945-3965 Entertainment Lasting Moments Photo Booths. . . . . . . . . . (939) 491-4747 Excavation JW Dubis & Sons, Inc.. . . . . . (508) 945-0283 Funeral & Cremation Services Nickerson Funeral Home. . . . (508) 945-1166 Home Furnishings Novita Design. . . . . . . . . . . . (617) 610-9127 Insurance Hudson Eldridge Insurance Agency Inc. HUB International. . . . . . . (508) 945-0446

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Mark T. Vokey Insurance Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-3535 Sullivan, Garrity & Donnelly Insurance Agency Inc. . . . (508) 945-4676 Marketing | Communications Ailie Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (774) 208-7346 Chatham Oaks Growth Solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (774) 345-9820 Clay Communications & Marketing. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 221-4544 Watermark Office Services, Inc. • . . . . . . . (508) 945-4444 6J Munson Meeting Way, Chatham watermarkchatham.com watermarkchatham@outlook.com Graphic design for print and digital.

Custom services for nonprofits and small businesses. Since 1998, we’ve proudly created brochures, newsletters, cards, and more—any project size.

Photographers | Photo Finishing | Framing Alex Hillman Photography. . . (914) 419-4661 Christopher Seufert Photography. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 241-5555 Kim Roderiques Photography. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 221-5510 Printing Services Merlin Copy Service . . . . . . . (508) 394-1261 Publishing Cape Cod Chronicle •. . . . . . (508) 945-2220 Cape Cod Times/Cape Cod Media Group . . . . . . (508) 775-1200 Chatham Living

by The Sea •. . . . . . . . . . . (774) 722-2515 Sandcastle Publishing - The Guidebook/ Kids on the Cape . . . . . . . (508) 398-3100 Radio Station Cape Cod’s X - WGTX 102.3FM and 106.5FM . . . . . . . . . . (508) 413-8901

RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL SERVICES

A&A Building and Remodeling . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-0065 Empty My Nest, LLC. . . . . . . (617) 784-2006 Meyer Landscapes, LLC •. . . (508) 348-0001

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M E M B E R D I R E C TO RY Monomoy Storage LLC. . . . . (508) 585-8215 My Generation Energy . . . . . (508) 694-6884 Nickerson Tree and Landscape, Inc. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1755 Pure Solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . (781) 899-7873 Stewart Painting . . . . . . . . . . (774) 470-2962 The Caron Group of Companies LLC . . . . . . . . (774) 237-0524 W. Vernon Whiteley Plumbing & Heating Co. Inc.. . . . . . (508) 945-1100 28 Village Landing, West Chatham wvwhiteley.com info@wvwhiteley.com Eric T. Whiteley, President.; Master Plumber #15920; New construction, renovations, heating conversions and service. Serving the Chatham community since 1952.

Pest Management Chatham Wildlife Services, LLC. . . . . . . . . . (508) 225-4100 Waste Management Milley Trucking. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0725 Nauset Disposal . . . . . . . . . . (508) 255-1419 Trash Butlers . . . . . . . . . . . . . (774) 559-3081

REAL ESTATE Christie’s Atlantic Brokerage Lori Jurkowski. . . . . . . . (508) 360-8738 720 Main Street, Chatham cireab.com/agent/lori-jurkowski lori@cireab.com Chatham Realtor Lori Jurkowski is recognized as one of the Top Realtors nationwide, happily assisting home Sellers and Buyers for over 21 years.

Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0000 Kinlin Grover | COMPASS Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1856 Pine Acres Realty | COMPASS •. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1186 Pine Acres Realty | COMPASS Kathleen Phelan. . . . . . . . (860) 539-6808 John C. Ricotta & Associates, Inc. Real Estate Sales & Rentals •. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5000 TODAY Real Estate Alexis Mahon . . . . . . . . . . (508) 274-0222

RECREATION/SPORTS

Beach Shuttle/Water Taxi Stage Harbor Excursions & Launch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-9001 Bicycle Rentals/Sales/Service Chatham Hood Bikes. . . . . . . (508) 469-0210 Wheelhouse Bike Co. •. . . . . (774) 840-4156

Boat Rentals Ridgevale Beach Snack Bar & Boat Rentals . . . . . . . . . (508) 432-4339 Boat/Seal Tours Chatham Boat Company/Beachcomber Boat Tours • . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-4948 174 Crowell Rd., Chatham chathamboatcompany.com todd@chathamboat.com Enjoy Chatham’s picturesque harbors aboard Beachcomber Boat Tours.

We offer seal tours in Chatham Harbor, a “Boat to the Beach” island shuttle, and Private group charters.

Chatham Harbor Tours LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . (617) 892-5053 Monomoy Island Excursions •. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 430-7772 Dance Adam in Chatham Inc.. . . . . . (508) 514-0809

Golf Captains Golf Course •. . . . . (508) 896-1716 Chatham Seaside Links. . . . . (508) 945-4774 Sailboat Charters Cape Sailing Charters •. . . . (508) 237-5467 Scenic Air Tours Stick’N Rudder/Cape Aero Tours & Cape Cod Flying Circus. . . (508) 945-2363 Scenic Water Tours Down Cape Charters & Boat Rentals . . . . . . . . . (508) 241-4070 Sport Fishing/Charters Striker Charters and Guide Service • . . . . . . . . (508) 237-2483 Chatham Sportfishing. . . . . . (774) 722-1336 Finatic Fishing Charters. . . . . (508) 247-7938 Got Stryper Charters. . . . . . . (508) 622-8844

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M E M B E R D I R E C TO RY Whale Watching Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 362-6088

SHOPPING & SPECIALTY RETAIL Muller Associates of Chatham, LLC The Shops at 400 Main • Books

Where the Sidewalk Ends Bookstore •. . . . . (508) 945-0499 432 Main Street, Chatham booksonthecape.com chathamsidewalk@yahoo.com Celebrating 20 years at our MotherDaughter owned Independent Bookstore!

Books, toys, gifts, and creative events for the whole family. Comfortable outdoor seating and parking!

Yellow Umbrella Books •. . . . (508) 945-0144 Candy Stores Chatham Candy Manor. . . . . (508) 945-0825 Chatham Penny Candy Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-3518 Childrens Clothing/Toys Chatham Kids •. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-3051

Clothing/Shoes/Accessories All Points Beautiful . . . . . . . . (508) 280-6228 Beach Bum Surf Co. . . . . . . . (413) 348-3832 BROdenim LLC. . . . . . . . . . . (978) 317-0413 Canterbury Leather. . . . . . . . (508) 945-3806 Cape Shark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 632-3279 Chatham Clothing Bar • . . . . (508) 945-5292 Chatham Dress Code . . . . . . (508) 840-4937 Chatham Shoe Boutique • . . (508) 348-1659 cinder + salt •. . . . . . . . . . . . (774) 209-6633

Fisherman’s Daughter. . (508) 292-5463 521 Main Street, Chatham fishermansdaughtermarket.com fishermansdaughter@gmail.com In 1999, Chatham native Taylor Brown created a brand inspired by life as a local Fisherman’s Daughter. Her nautical lifestyle boutique is an eclectic mix of her designs and over 50 other independent designers.

If the Shoe Fits •. . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-1926 Island Pursuit. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-3525

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J.McLaughlin. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-1655 Jackie’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1799 Jaks Chatham . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-1193 Lilly Pulitzer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-0106 Lola Mer Clothier. . . . . . . . . . (774) 801-9717 MAHI GOLD . . . . . . . . . . . . . (781) 789-0296 Natural Comfort Footwear. . . (508) 348-5062 Ports & Company . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-5631 Puritan Cape Cod •. . . . . . . . (508) 945-0326 Sara Campbell. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-1702 Sol Optics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 469-9228 Southern Tide. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 348-5659 Sundance Clothing . . . . . . . . (508) 945-5096 The Black Dog General Store. . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-3026 The House of Findings . . . . . (617) 981-3755 Vaya Island Violet’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-4054 Florists/Floral Designers Heather Rose & Co.. . . . . . . . (508) 348-5604 Gardening & Pet Supplies AGWAY Cape Cod . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1555 Gifts, Artwork, or Antiques Artful Hand Gallery. . . . . . . . (508) 945-5681 Chatham Collections. . . . . . . (781) 864-8041 Chatham Wind & Time •. . . . (508) 274-9474 Christmas Joy of Cape Cod. . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 432-3810 Ducks in the Window •. . . . . (508) 945-0334 ExitMerch LLP. . . . . . . . . . . . (617) 283-8350 Life is Good, Chatham. . . . . . (508) 945-4448 Maps of Antiquity •. . . . . . . . (508) 945-1660 Mark August . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-4545 Monomoy Salvage, Inc.. . . . . (508) 945-6055 Tale of the Cod. . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0347 The Mayflower Shop • . . . . . (508) 945-0065 Yankee Ingenuity • . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1288 Groceries/Gifts Chatham Village Market . . . . (508) 945-9783 Gustare Gourmet •. . . . . . . . (508) 945-4505 The Chatham Cheese Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1605 Hardware Chatham Paint and Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-0107

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M E M B E R D I R E C TO RY Home Furnishings Bon Matin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (617) 828-5672 Cape Cod Beach Chair Company, Inc. •. . . . . . . . (800) 809-1750 Cape Cod Colonial Tables. . . (508) 713-0143 Cape Cod Lanterns/ S. Wilder & Co. Inc. •. . . . (508) 945-1659 Chatham Candle Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 237-7388

Seafood Chatham Harvesters Cooperative, Inc. . . . . . . . (718) 570-2377 Chatham Pier Fish Market. . . (508) 945-3474 Mac’s Chatham Fish and Lobster •. . . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1178 F/V Isabel and Lilee. . . . . . . . (508) 237-7133

Simpler Pleasures. . . . . (508) 945-4040 433 Main Street, Chatham, MA 0263 simplerpleasures.com decorate@simplerpleasures.com Allow us to help you with all your home design and decorating needs simply and efficiently! Architecture, Interior Design and Fabrication in our on-site workroom.

For fine fabrics, floor coverings, kitchen and home furnishings, visit our convenient showroom or website. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.

Sporting Goods North Chatham Outfitters. . . (508) 237-2372

The Chatham Home . . . . . . . (508) 945-5562 Window Treatments, Etc. . . . (508) 432-0558 Jewelry Beads by Vangie & VC Lampwork Beads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (603) 321-2260 Chatham Jewelers •. . . (508) 945-0690 532 Main Street, Chatham chathamjewelerscapecod.com chathamjewelers@comcast.net Established in 1951, Chatham Jewelers is known for unique gemstone and diamond jewelry, expert repairs, and designs made on the premises. Visit year round to experience three generations of exceptional quality and service. Member American Gem Society.

Forest Beach Design • . . . . . (508) 945-7334 Michael’s Jewelry Chatham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . (617) 875-7652 Liquor Store Chatham Light Liquors . . . . . (508) 945-2826 Online Ordering The Beach Fire Shop. . . . . . . (508) 237-2287 Pottery Barn Hill Pottery •. . . . . . . . . (508) 945-1027 Chatham Stoneware . . . . . . . (508) 237-5556

Signs & Banners Chatham Sign Shop •. . . . . . (508) 945-1909

Thrift Shops Uncommon Thrift at St. Christopher’s • . . . . . . (508) 945-2211 Toys Dr. Gravity’s Kite Shop. . . . . . (508) 430-0437

SPECIAL EVENT SERVICES

Valet Service Chatham Valet • . . . . . . . . . . (508) 240-4913 Wedding Bayside Tent . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 760-4025 Weddings By Design. . . . . . . (508) 896-8121

TRAVEL | TRANSPORTATION | WALKING GUIDES

Airlines Cape Air/Nantucket Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 957-6967 Ferry Service Freedom Cruise Line, Inc.. . . (508) 432-8999 Hy-Line Cruises • . . . . . . . . . (508) 778-2688 Steamship Authority . . . . . . . (508) 495-3278 Maps Chatham Walking Guide Ed Fox, Artist . . . . . . . . . . (781) 925-3300 Discovery Map. . . . . . . . . . . . (508) 237-3189 The Chamber is growing, and we’d love to have your business or nonprofit join us!

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West Dennis Beach in Dennis

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Brewster Chamber of Commerce

Dennis Chamber of Commerce

Harwich Chamber of Commerce

Sandwich Chamber of Commerce

Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce

Eastham Chamber of Commerce

Mashpee Chamber of Commerce

Truro Chamber of Commerce

Chatham Chamber of Commerce & Merchants Association

Falmouth Chamber of Commerce

Orleans Chamber of Commerce

Wellfleet Chamber of Commerce

Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce

Provincetown Chamber of Commerce

Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce

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