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EXPLORING THE MID CAPE

YARMOUTH is centrally located on Cape Cod and has an abundance of attractions that suit the whole family.

Get your morning grub at the Keltic Kitchen, Ann & Fran’s, Englewood Baking Co., Old King’s Coffeehouse, Bagels & Beyond, or Woolfies. For casual midday eats, try a thin slice at F&L Pizza, clam chowder at Captain Parker’s, or wraps with a kick at The Jerk Cafe. For must-haves with a past, browse Cape Abilities Thrift, Wilma’s Eclectic Finds, and the Antiques Center of Yarmouth.

When you're ready for some outdoor time, grab a suit at Chelsea’s Swimwear and visit Gray’s Beach, Seagull Beach, or Bass River Beach for a dip. For mini golf, putter over to Wild Animal Lagoon, Pirate’s Cove and Skull Island (which also has go-karts and an arcade), or wear the littles out with a full day at the Cape Cod Inflatable Park.

For a glimpse into the Cape’s pirate past, head to the Whydah Pirate Museum or check the schedule at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod for art exhibits, performances and community events.

Refuel at dinner time with beef noodle soup at Pho Thuan Loi (seasonal) or the heavenly Tom Kha at Basil Thai Cuisine, both take out only. For seated service, find yourself at Gerardi’s Cafe, DiParma Italian Table, 908 Bistro, the Yarmouth House, or Scally’s, then have a cocktail and check out the local talent at The Music Room

Yarmouth Port has its own vibe. Score breakfast at Jack’s Outback (go early), or Lighthouse Keeper’s Pantry for egg sandwiches and small-batch foods. For lunch or dinner, dine at Royal II (enjoy a complimentary slice of pizza while you wait), the Old Yarmouth Inn (est. 1696), or Inaho for top notch Japanese. Shop ‘til you drop at Harvest of Barnstable, Simply Vintage, Design Works, Just Picked Gifts, and the locally loved Parnassus Books. Peruse picnic provisions and unique wines at Dunn & Sons. Take a break from shopping and explore the history of Yarmouth at the Edward Gorey Museum, or Thacher Hall for a performance or event.

DENNIS has much to explore from Main St. on the north side to the south side village of Dennisport.

Follow 6A through the heart of Dennis to find adorable shops, tried and true eateries and some of the Cape’s best beaches. Grab a coffee at Underground Bakery or the Village Coffee Shop before engaging in retail therapy at Elburne, Surge, Salt Yarn Studio, Seaside Design Studio, Linda Burke, Ross Coppelman and Littlenecks for the kiddos. Take a much needed break for beverages sustenance at Scargo Cafe or Chapin’s Bayside or hit The Mercantile and Dennis Public Market to stock up and chow down. Don’t forget produce and fresh flowers at Cape Abilities Farm

Nestled just off Main Street, you can find the Cape Cod Museum of Art and Cape Cinema - a historic theater that shows independent films and hosts community events. Not to be missed in the area is Harvest Gallery, a great spot for wine, mocktails and local music. Dinner destinations like The Pheasant and Fin are sure to please. Top it off with a cone from The Ice Cream Smuggler or a pre-ordered sweet treat from the Corner of Yum

For a relaxing afternoon, visit West Dennis Beach, Corporation Beach, Nobscussett Beach or Mayflower Beach to watch the sunset. Crowes Pasture Conservation Area and Scargo Beach are both great options for nature lovers.

Enjoy a Kolsch at Devil’s Purse Brewing on your way south to Dennisport. For tummy grumbles, stop at Capt. Baker Donut Shop, Three Fin’s Coffee Roasters, Holly’s Deli, Buckies Biscotti, Good Friends Cafe, The Dog House or La Tacodilla (don’t miss the Lune tasting menu pop-ups). If you’re feeling adventurous, rent a kayak or paddleboard from Bass River Kayaks and Paddle Boards or Cape Cod Waterways Boat Rentals on Swan River. Treat yourself to a tasty libation at Cleat and Anchor, Southside Cantina, Chapin’s Fish & Chips Beach Bar, or Clancy’s. Shop to your heart’s delight at Fresh Interiors, Mermaids on Cape Cod, LeBelle’s General Store, and Matt’s Organic Gardens for all things fresh and seasonal.

Cape Cod Airfield / Skydive the Mills

1000 Race Ln, Marstons Mills

508.428.8732 • 1.888.BIPLANE

508.681.5286 capecodairfield.com / skydivethemills.com

Biplane Rides! Soar over the Cape in a replica 1930’s bright red biplane. Watch the airplanes and skydivers. They have a picnic table, Adirondack chairs to relax in, a biplane rocking horse for the kids, and of course, that Snoopy biplane to ride in. Specializing in Tandem Skydiving. Experience some of the most breathtaking views in all of New England in free fall from 10,000 feet.

Cahoon Museum of American Art

4674 Falmouth Road, Cotuit 508.428.7581 cahoonmuseum.org

Located in the seaside village of Cotuit, MA, the Cahoon Museum welcomes visitors of all ages to experience dynamic art exhibitions and enjoy fun, family friendly activities. The museum showcases a collection of American art from the 18th century to contemporary art in a charming historic home with a modern gallery addition.

Cultural Center of Cape Cod

307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth

508.394.7100 cultural-center.org

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The Cultural Center of Cape Cod hosts exhibitions, events, and educational opportunities for all ages, incomes, and abilities, all year ‘round. There is no admission to its five galleries, five artist studios, or gift shop. Tickets and class registration are available on line or by phone. All are welcome.

Evoke

Power

64 Enterprise Rd, Unit 1, Hyannis.

508.827.4246 evokepower.net

Yoga studio, sanctuary, and community for selfinquiry and personal evolution. They offer a wide variety of wellness classes that will challenge you both physically and mentally. They believe in a wellbalanced lifestyle and workout routine and achieving the highest version of yourself. Take control of your future and come join their community today!

Hyannis Film Festival

255 Main Street #210, Hyannis

508.228.8535 hyannisfilmfestival.com

Hyannis Film Festival was founded to establish an annual film festival that enhances cultural and economic growth for Hyannis and surrounding communities. The organization’s year-round programs include films made on Cape Cod, or of special interest to those who live on or visit Cape Cod.

Barnstable’s seven villages are cultural gems with seaside charm! Hyannis HyArts Cultural District: Artist Shanties|Hyannis Harbor, mile long Main Street, museums, HyArts Campus art studios. Barnstable Village Cultural District - history revisited with 21st century flair. Quaint downtown and Barnstable Harbor panoramic views of Sandy Neck Beach and lighthouse.

Hyannis HyArts

Artist Shanties, Hyannis HyArts Cultural District Harbor Overlook, 51 Ocean St., Hyannis Bismore Park, 180 Ocean St., Hyannis artsbarnstable.com

12 colorful shanties -two locations-Walkway-to-theSea, Hyannis Harbor! In the heart of Hyannis’ working waterfront. Open from 11:00am. Artists change weekly. Hand-made or designed artwork in a variety of mediums. Open May-Oct & Nov & Dec special events. Free parking at Town Hall, steps away from shanties & Hyannis Main Street.

Hyannis HyArts Campus

250 South St, Hyannis (Barnstable) artsbarnstable.com/destinations/ hyarts-campus

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The HyArts Campus, on the corner of South and Pearl Street, is a collection of artist work and gallery space in downtown Hyannis. Artists open their doors year-round! Studio 46: Mellissa Morris, Studio 50: Anne Tochka, the Garage Studio, and the Guyer Barn community art space.

Hyphen

525 South Street, Hyannis hyphen.community

Hyphen is a new arts space and gallery where people of all abilities join together to demonstrate what creativity and inclusion truly means. They are a community of multi-talented artists, performers, writers, designers, makers, teachers, students, and friends who embrace what connects us all as they promote understanding and acceptance.

Agway of Cape Cod

686 Route 134, South Dennis 508.385.8772

Since 1993, Agway of Cape Cod has been dedicated to providing superior value and excellent customer service to the Cape Cod community. Agway offers a wide array of lawn, garden, pet, and farm products. Each location operates a full service garden center with a comprehensive selection of annuals, perennials, vegetables, trees, shrubs and houseplants.

Cape Abilities Farm

458 Route 6A, Dennis 508.385.2538 capeabilitiesfarm.org

Cape Abilities Farm offers organic and local food, flowers, gifts, art and more, and most importantly, cultivates a diverse and inclusive community for people of all abilities.

Harvest Moon Farms

2211 Main Street Barnstable

508.744.7254 harvestmoonfarms.net

An Organic certified farm growing produce, flowers, herbs, fruits, honey, and eggs. Their farmstand is open all year (check website for hours and days of operation) (and SNAP accepted). They also feature locally made jams, jellies, coffee, tea, chocolates, soaps, candles, and a large variety of gourmet and gift items in their farmstand. Restaurant accounts welcome.

Hyannis Country Garden

380 West Main Street, Hyannis 508.775.8703 hyanniscountrygarden.com

Hyannis Country Garden is a family owned, seven acre nursery and garden center that has been serving Cape Cod’s gardening needs since 1965. Go to West Main Street to see the largest selection of houseplants, shrubs, trees, annuals, and perennials, or to speak with their knowledgeable, experienced staff.

Matt’s Organic Gardens

36 Upper County Road, Dennisport

508.367.7913 mattsorganicgardens.com

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Offering 100% organically grown produce at their farm. Starting in July they will be open Fridays only from 10-5 for their own Farmers Market. Also providing quality grown herbs and vegetable plants.

Food Products

Kayak Cookies

239 Main St. Hyannis

(around the corner on Pleasant St.)

508.827.7358 kayakcookies.com

Kayak Cookies is a wholesale and retail bakery known for its subtly sweet and curiously salty oatmeal cookies. With attention to detail, all cookies are crafted by hand to create unique textures and flavors. Choose from Oatmeal Raisin, Chocolate, Chunky Chocolate Pecan, Peanut Butter, and Peanut Butter and Chocolate.

Buy Fresh Buy Local Cape Cod’s mission is simple: to connect people with locally grown farm and sea products through 1) public information and education about where and why to buy local products 2) a partnership that supports land farms, aquaculture farms, and ocean harvesters in Barnstable County.

Cape Symphony

2235 Iyannough Rd., W. Barnstable 774.470.2282 capesymphony.org

The Cape Symphony mission is to Inspire Joy. It achieves this by sharing exceptional live performance, acclaimed education programming, and engaging community outreach activities throughout the Cape and Islands.

Cape Cod Culinary Incubator located at the rear of KAM Appliances

6 Aggregate Way, Barnstable 508.296.5472 capeculinary.org

The Cape Cod Culinary Incubator (CCCI) was founded in 2013 as a non-profit corporation to pursue a mission of economic development via education, community, and providing shared-use commercial kitchen facilities for Cape Cod food industry entrepreneurs. Our vision is to empower culinary entrepreneurship across Cape Cod.

Hyannis Main St. Business Improvement District

491A Main Street, 2nd Floor, Hyannis 508.775.7982 hyannismainstreet.com

With over 150 Shops and 50 Restaurants in Cape Cod's historic downtown, the Hyannis Main Street BID works to promote the community and economic development of the Main Street, Hyannis district as a desirable place to live, work, invest and visit.

Restaurants

Fig Tree Cafe

149 Cotuit Rd. (Rte 28), Marstons Mills 508.428.9814 figtreecafecapecod.com

Award winning classic breakfast and lunch offerings, plus new and exciting healthy additions. They are a scratch kitchen and pride themselves on serving quality food made using fresh organic and locally-sourced ingredients with plenty of gluten free options. Relax in their newly renovated dining room, outdoor patio, or place a takeout order to enjoy at home.

Restaurants

Harvest Gallery

776 Main Street, Dennis 508.385.2444 harvestgallery.co

Harvest is an eclectic, casual eatery / art gallery, with focus on fresh vibrant ingredients, a display of local fine artwork, and live music daily. Check them out at harvestgallery.co to take a look at their menu and calendar of events. Book your private party with them!

Three Fins Coffee Roasters

581 Main St. (Rte 28), West Dennis 508.619.3372 threefinscoffee.com

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A woman and veteran owned small batch specialty coffee roaster sourcing fair-trade and micro-lot coffees from around the world. Their roastery is center stage inside their coffeehouse where they prepare specialty coffee drinks, quality teas, and freshly baked pastries (including gluten-free options). They sell beans by the bag, brewing equipment and local products.

Bennett Gallery & Framing

357 Main Street, Hyannis (Barnstable) 774.487.0261 kbennettgallery.com

Bennett Gallery & Framing is a locally owned and operated art gallery and custom frame shop located in downtown Hyannis, which has been serving the Cape & Islands since 2017.

Cape Cod Jewelers

366 Main Street, Hyannis (Barnstable)

508.771.7190 capecodjewelers.com

A family owned and operated business, Cape Cod Jewelers has been a favorite destination among locals and visitors alike for 40 years. A unique shopping experience featuring a wide selection of jewelryincluding diamonds, gemstones, handmade artisan jewelry, one of a kind vintage pieces, and the largest collection of nautical and Cape Cod jewelry.

Charlie’s Music & Cape Cod Pro-Audio

14 Plant Rd, Hyannis (Barnstable) 508.771.2307 charliesmusic.com

For all of your musical instruments and professional audio gear needs, whether you are a beginner who is looking for your first instrument, or a seasoned professional. The most complete line of keyboards, guitars, wind, brass, PA, recording, & DJ equipment on Cape Cod, as well as rental equipment for all of your event needs.

Lighthouse Keeper's Pantry

173 Main Street Yarmouthport 774.994.8295 lighthousekeeperspantry.com

Inspired by the life and recipes of a lighthouse keeper on Sandy Neck Beach, Lighthouse Keeper's Pantry is a cafe and gourmet food shop that offers great coffee, homemade baked goods, fresh sandwiches, salads. Their line of packaged jams, hot sauces and condiments were developed on the shores of Cape Cod.

Retail

1856 Country Store

555 Main St, Centerville 508.775.1856

1856countrystore.com

The 1856 Country Store is an authentic old-fashioned village store nestled among stately sea captains’ homes on beautiful Main Street in Centerville. The store has delighted generations of youngsters with its huge selection of penny candies and it offers unusual gift items to visitors and year-rounders alike. Not your grandmother's country store!

Cape Abilities Thrift

316 Route 28, West Yarmouth

508.771.4072

CapeAbilitiesThrift.org

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Cape Abilities Thrift offers top-quality, second hand home furnishings and clothing. Find furniture, art, collectibles, dishes, books, movies, games and more. All sales benefit Cape Abilities, a nonprofit organization supporting individuals with disabilities since 1968.

Cape Cod Package Store

Fine Wine & Spirits

1495 Falmouth Road, Centerville 508.775.2065 capecodpackagestore.com

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Cape Cod Package Store Fine Wine & Spirits is a 3rd generation, family, woman-owned retail offering an expansive selection of alcoholic, as well as non-alcoholic beverages and mixers and excellent customer service. Complimentary Tastings. Online shopping. Local Delivery. Event Consultations. Details on upcoming events can be found on the website.

Country Soul

605 Main Street, Hyannis 774.521.3341 countrysoulclothing.com

Country Soul is a unique shop located on Cape Cod. When you walk in, you immediately think you are walking into a shop located in Texas. They have an array of country/western clothing for men, women and kids. They also have the largest selection of boots on the South Shore.

Harvest of Barnstable

89 Willow Street, Yarmouth Port 508.362.4595 harvestofbarnstable.com

Since 1981, Harvest of Barnstable has specialized in creating one of a kind, high quality silk botanical and shell wreaths and arrangements. Their designs are hand crafted at our Cape Cod Design Studio. Harvest offers a broad assortment of unique home decor, hostess gifts and seasonal decor to fit every budget.

LaBelle’s General Store

662 Main St, Dennis Port 508.394.3953 dennisportgeneralstore.com

LaBelle’s General Store is an authentic Mom + Pop shop located in one of Cape Cod’s oldest operating mercantiles in the center of the charming village of Dennis Port. They invite you to peruse their distinctive selections of Cape Cod goods, comfortable clothing, unique gifts and goodies.

Mermaids on Cape Cod

Boutique

855 RT 28, West Dennis 508.369.1401 mermaidsoncapecod.com

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Cape Cod's hottest Beach Life sweaters are hereSalty, Nauti, Cape Escape, & Meet Me At The Sandbar. Introducing Cape Triton & official Mermaid gear along with faves like Pura Vida and Cape Chart Blankets. It’s more than a store, it's a lifestyle. Join the Mermaid Tribe live on IG & FB every Thursday.

Moonshine Leather Co

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578 Main Street, Hyannis (Barnstable) 508.534.9714 moonshineleather.com

A family-owned company, Moonshine Leather is committed to crafting original leather designs made in studio, on Cape Cod, and in the USA. Shop the Hyannis Main Street location and see craftspeople at work on their wide variety of handbags, briefcases, messenger bags, wallets, belts and other fine leather goods.

Ross Coppelman, Goldsmith

1439 Route 6A, East Dennis 508.385.7900 coppelman.com

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Ross Coppelman has been designing high-karat gold, platinum, and sterling silver jewelry for over 50 years. Many of his jewelry collections reflect the natural beauty of Cape Cod. Constantly creating new designs, Ross and his staff welcome customers to his East Dennis gallery.

SoHo Arts Co.

342 Main Street 508.524.1707 sohocompany.net

Jewelcraft

585 Main Street, Hyannis (Barnstable) 508.775.4460 jewelcraftcapecod.com

Family owned and operated since 1975, Jewelcraft provides their customers with the highest quality of fine jewelry. Jewelcraft carries the largest selection of Cape Cod jewelry with pieces unique to their collection made by owner and jeweler, Gary Framson. Gary specializes in custom design work, remounts, repairs and engraving.

Mass Bay Co

595 Main St, Hyannis 508.771.2114 massbayco.com

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Celebrating their 52nd year on Main Street in Hyannis! So much more than an Army/Navy store with the largest selection of Carhartt and other premium workwear brands for men and women. They love seeing all the familiar faces that visit year after year!

Mid-Cape Home Centers

465 Route 134, South Dennis 508.398.6071 midcape.com

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Mid-Cape Home Centers’ specialty is ‘Experience that Builds.’ For more than 125 years, Mid-Cape has helped build and support the local community. Offering everything from building materials to custom millwork and kitchen & bath design, Mid-Cape is the local choice for builders and homeowners across the Cape & Islands and southeastern Massachusetts.

Puritan Cape Cod

408 Main Street, Hyannis (Barnstable) 508.775.2400 puritancapecod.com

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Outfitting Cape Cod for over 100 years! Puritan Cape Cod is a third generation family-owned store offering men's and women's clothing and accessories from your favorite brand names. Shop the latest arrivals from brands like Vineyard Vines, Peter Millar, Vince, Patagonia, and so many more.

The Shoe Salon of Osterville 837 Main St, Osterville

508.428.2410 shoesalonosterville.com

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SoHo Arts Co. has been surprising and pleasing its customers with unique gifts, home decor, and personal items all in an eclectic, beachy atmosphere. View their curated lines of art, candles, baby gifts, beachwear, kitchen and serving items inside this mini department store. Browse their jewelry selection and pick out just the right piece.

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Betsy Alper opened in April 2018. You will find the latest in women's designer shoes from Mephisto, Jack Rogers, Charleston Shoe, VanEli, Birkenstock, Gabor, and others in a warm and welcoming environment. In addition to the fabulous selection of shoes, they also carry a unique line of clothing and handbags from Saint James and Alashan Cashmere.

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Barnstable County Hazardous Materials Program

508.375.6699 loveyourlocalwater.org

Their mission is protecting the Cape’s drinking water supply through public education and collection programs of hazardous waste. The HHW collections are a collaboration between Barnstable County and individual municipalities and water districts. The program works with towns and small businesses on disposal of difficult to manage wastes, and provides convenient, cost efficient collection of hazardous waste for Cape Cod.

Cape Cod HealthcareUrgent Care

Online wait times available at capecodhealth.org/urgent-care

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Cape Cod Healthcare Urgent Care provides adult and pediatric care for minor illnesses and injuries, with convenient locations across Cape Cod in Falmouth, Harwich, Hyannis, Orleans, Osterville and Sandwich. Staffed by ER-trained providers, no appointment or referral needed, and most patients are treated in under an hour. Please visit our website for wait times, hours and directions.

Chatelain Real Estate

708 Route 134 Suite 9 South Dennis 508.694.6875 chatelainrealestate.com

Chatelain Real Estate is a family owned real estate brokerage with two generations of tradition in real estate on Cape Cod. They offer a full suite of real estate services, from buyer and seller representation to rental marketing and property management.

Kaleidoscope Imprints

103C Mid Tech Drive, W. Yarmouth

508.778.1228 kaleidoscopeimprints.com

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Kaleidoscope Imprints is locally owned and operated. They have been decorating apparel and promotional products for local businesses for over 30 years. Their inhouse capabilities include screen printing, embroidery, sublimation, laser etching, digital printing and design. When you work with Kaleidoscope, you’re working with a company that supports the Cape Cod community.

MarchandCFO

100 Independence Drive, Hyannis 508.360.4947 marchandcfo.com

Cape Cod 5 capecodfive.com

A full service community bank with locations throughout the Cape, Islands and Southeastern Massachusetts, offering a full breadth of financial products, services, tools and resources. The Bank’s mission is to enrich the lives of those it serves, while contributing to the health and vitality of its communities.

The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod

508.568.3400 mycapecodbank.com

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The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod has been a trusted financial partner to residents, businesses and nonprofits for more than a century. Dedicated to service, The Coop offers a full suite of digital and traditional products including fully insured savings, checking and money market accounts; mortgages; and customized business services.

Creative Edge Hair & Spa

834 Route 28, South Yarmouth 508.394.1800 creativeedgehairsalon.net

At Creative Edge they do all the latest in hair coloring, cutting and styling, as well as perms, men’s and children’s cuts. They also offer facials for anti-aging, hydrating and purifying, along with microdermabrasion, dermaplaning or a bio-cellulose mask, waxing eyebrows, lip, chin, arms, armpits, legs full or half, bikini, French, Brazilian or backs.

Luminaria Aesthetics

86 Cotuit Rd Rt 149, Marstons Mills 508.681.0331 luminariaaesthetics.com

At Luminaria Aesthetics, experienced aesthetician Christine Lydon aims to help you achieve healthy skin with a customized treatment plan. Her passion to help clients with their skincare concerns is reinforced by her extensive training in microdermabrasion, chemical peels, dermaplaning, and laser photo facial / hair removal.

OpenCape Corporation

3195 Main Street Barnstable 508.362.2224 opencape.org

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MarchandCFO provides financial services for businesses and nonprofits including CFO support, Accounting/Bookkeeping, Payroll, and Business Consulting. As ongoing support or during a critical stage, MarchandCFO will help you through all growth phases from start-up to profit; catch up and turnaround to stabilization; business and organizational assessment to scale and prosperity.

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OpenCape owns, operates and maintains a 100% fiber optic network that provides reliable and affordable broadband internet access for businesses, healthcare providers, educational institutions and municipalities across Cape Cod, the Islands, and Southeastern Massachusetts. They work tirelessly to help residents and businesses bridge the digital divide in this underserved region.

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