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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod

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AFCC's Vision:

A Cape Cod where arts & culture fuels innovation, economic growth and community.

Mission:

The AFCC's mission is to support, promote, and celebrate the arts and culture of Cape Cod in order to sustain a vibrant, diverse and strong arts community.


Upcoming Events at Arts Foundation of Cape Cod

Thursday Night Clay

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm
Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Truro, MA
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Thursday Night Clay

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm
Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Truro, MA
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Thursday Night Clay

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00pm
Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill
Truro, MA
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Recent News

Arts Foundation's Creative Exchange Podcast - Joseph Carr, It's Josh O'Clock

I Want To Listen! Season 6 Listen on your favorite podcast platform, including Spotify and Apple Podcast It's Josh O'Clock with Joseph Carr Long before the Josh Cellars memes took the internet by storm, Joseph Carr started the…

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Arts Foundation's Creative Exchange Podcast - Murray Bartlett, Letting The Magic In

I Want To Listen! Season 6 Listen on your favorite podcast platform, including Spotify and Apple Podcast Letting the Magic In with Murray Bartlett When you're in the moment and you "let the magic in" that's what makes "the performing…

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Don't Miss Out - Arts Foundation Grants Close On Friday

Don't Miss Out - Submit Your Application By Friday! There are only five days remaining before our Grants For Organizations application closes! This is a great opportunity to get funding for your arts-related project. Who Can Apply Arts and…

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Arts Foundation's Artist of the Year Revealed

Julia Cumes, Photographer & Storytelle Meet Julia! "I believe in using photography as a tool for engaging in dialog about the complex issues facing our society today, including climate change, gender inequality, and more. We are excited…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - January 25, 2024

It's On Robin Joyce Miller: Black Art & Activism Thursday, February 1 Falmouth Academy Register Now (Free) The Magic in Nature: Bonnie Papineau Thursday, January 25 - Wednesday, January 31 The Gallery at Falmouth Community…

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Arts Foundation's Creative Exchange Podcast - David Phillips, Sculpting A Magnificent Career

I Want To Listen! Season 6, Episode 5! Listen on your favorite podcast platform, including Spotify and Apple Podcast Sculpting a Magnificent Career with David Phillips Six frogs playfully sit in Boston Common - the magnificent bronze…

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Arts Foundation Grants Now Open

We’re excited to announce that our next round of grant giving is now open! We will have two separate applications — one for organizations, including arts and culture nonprofits, educational institutions, and nonprofits. The other…

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Arts Foundation's Creative Exchange Podcast - Bob Staake: An Illustrator's Guide to a Creative Life

Season 6, Episode 5! Listen on your favorite podcast platform, including Spotify and Apple Podcast Bob Staake: An Illustrator's Guide to a Creative Life Bob Staake’s superpower? Meeting deadlines. It’s how he was able to…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - January 11, 2023

Sketchy: Revealing the Process Opening Reception on Thursday, January 11 Cape Cod Museum of Art Free Admission Music Series: Chanthoeun Collins & John Thomas Saturday, January 13 Truro Public Library Free Admission Live Jazz:…

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Arts Foundation's Creative Exchange Podcast - The Creative Brain

I Want To Listen! Season 6, Episode 4! Listen on your favorite podcast platform, including Spotify and Apple Podcast The Creative Brain, Rick Miller, LISW Explore the inner workings of the artistic mind with psychotherapist, author, and…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - January 2, 2023

Dear Friend of the Arts Foundation, Can you hear it? Can you feel the energy and the love? It’s our standing ovation — for YOU! You have brought a sense of belonging, connection, and sheer joy to children throughout Cape Cod because…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - December 29, 2023

The 39 Steps Thursday, January 4 - Sunday, January 21 Barnstable Comedy Club Purchase Tickets Raptors & Reptiles Thursday, December 28 Cape Cod Museum of Natural History Purchase Tickets Wrap It Up! Small Works Holiday Show & Sale…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - Help Us Reach Our Goal

As we approach the end of 2023, we are so close to reaching our year-end goal of raising over $55,000 that will go directly to strengthen arts and culture on Cape Cod! I want to donate to help the Arts Foundation reach its goal! With a…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - December 13, 2023

Today marks the beginning of our 12 Days of Giving social media campaign, where we will joyfully celebrate the profound impact of YOUR support. Over the next 12 days, we invite you to join us as we come together and Stand with the Arts. Our goal is…

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Arts Foundation's Creative Exchange Podcast - Season 6 Episode 2

Season 6, Episode 2! I Want To Listen! Listen on your favorite podcast platform, including Spotify and Apple Podcast This week, the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) is taking YOU to the heart of Provincetown as we get to know the…

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Arts Foundation's Creative Exchange Podcast: Season 6 Launched

We've launched Season 6! Listen on your favorite podcast platform such as Spotify and Apple Podcast. The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) celebrates the end of the year with the release of the podcast’s sixth season, starting with…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod - Deck The Walls Small Works Art Sale 2023

SMALL WORKS ART SALE Opens Monday, November 27th, 7 AM Closes Monday, December 11th, 12 AM *5% Buyers Premium for all online sales. CLICK TO PREVIEW Deck the Walls Artist Spotlight Margaret Clancy is a Cape Cod fiber artist. Like many natural…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - November 20, 2023

Dear Friend Five years ago, Kate Pazakis's son Michael was diagnosed with autism. "It was life-changing," she told us. "As a parent, I don't think anyone expects that they will have a child with special needs. It opens your eyes and world to all…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - October 14, 2023

They drew! They danced! They painted! They shined! Dear Friend of the Arts Foundation, Living in a homeless shelter isn’t easy, especially if you’re a child. A sense of normalcy is hard to come by - living with your parents and…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod News - September 13, 2023

Join us on Wednesday, October 4, 9 am-6 pm, for the Arts Foundation's Creative Exchange Conference at the Cotuit Center for the Arts! Featuring prominent speakers and panelists from on- and off-Cape, The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod's Creative…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod - Contemporary Dance, Baskerville, Antique Sale It's On

M-Body Contemporary Dance Friday, September 8 - Sunday, September 10 Cape Cod Theatre Company/Harwich Junior Theatre and The Movimento Project Purchase Tickets Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery Thursday, September 7 - Saturday, September 9…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - August 3, 2023

Dragons Love Tacos Thursday, August 3 - Thursday, August 10 Cape Cod Theatre Company | Harwich Junior Theatre Purchase Tickets Winnie the Pooh Friday, August 4 - Saturday, August 12 The Academy of Performing Arts Purchase Tickets …

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - July 27, 2023

A Man of No Importance Thursday, July 27- Saturday, August 5 Cape Rep Theatre Purchase Tickets Love Local Fest Sunday, July 30 Aselton Park, Hyannis Free Admission Opening Reception Friday, July 28 Cultural Center of Cape Cod…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - July 19, 2023

Three Little Girls Down A Well Thursday, July 20 - Sunday, July 30 Cotuit Center for the Arts Purchase Tickets Little River Band Saturday, July 22 Cape Cod Melody Tent Purchase Tickets Poem-Making with John Bonanni Monday, July 24 -…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - July 16, 2023

Dear Friend of the Arts Foundation, A little less than a year ago, professional musician Alex Torres and His Latin Orchestra were working side-by-side with students at Mashpee Public Schools as part of an arts-in-education residency. Over the…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - July 14, 2023

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical Thursday, July 13 - Sunday, July 23 The Cape Cod Theatre Company | Harwich Junior Theatre Purchase Tickets CranFest in the Courtyard Thursday, July 13 - Friday, September 1 Harwich Cranberry…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - July 6, 2023

Jersey Boys Thursday, July 6 - Saturday, July 22 Cape Playhouse Purchase Tickets Arts in Bloom Thursday, July 6 Wellfleet Preservation Hall Purchase Tickets Kate McGarry with Guitarist Keith Ganz Sunday, July 9 Highfield Hall & Gardens …

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News June 22.,2023

Sense and Sensibility Thursday, June 22 - Saturday, July 1 The Cape Playhouse Purchase Tickets Afro Dead Saturday, June 24 Payomet Performing Arts Center Purchase Tickets Afro Dead Saturday, June 24 Payomet Performing Arts Center…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod Connect all children to the arts with a gift today - June 17,2023

Dear Friend of the Arts Foundation, A little over a year ago, professional musician Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra were working side-by-side with students at Mashpee Public Schools as part of an arts-in-education residency. Over the…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - May 11, 2023

Lawn & Disorder: Comedy from the Suburbs Saturday, May 13 Cotuit Center for the Arts Purchase Tickets Robin Hood Thursday, May 11 - Sunday, May 28 Academy of Performing Arts Purchase Tickets Open Movement Arts Fair Saturday, May…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - May 4, 2023

"Company" Directed by Donna Wresinski Thursday, May 4 - Sunday, May 21 Eventide Theatre Company at Gertrude Lawrence Stage Purchase Tickets Join the Cape Cod Chorale Monday, May 8 Cape Cod Chorale at First Church of Sandwich Free…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - April 20, 2023

Respect: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin Saturday, April 22 — Sunday, April 23 Cape Symphony Purchase Tickets Wild About Words Workshop Saturday, April 22 Barnstable Land Trust Free Registration Sauntering Songs Thursday, April…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - April 13, 2023

Spring Concert Saturday, April 15 — Sunday, April 16 Falmouth Chamber Players Orchestra Learn More Sound Waves Wednesday, April 19 Wellfleet Preservation Hall Free Admission Exhibition Ed Branson: A Lifetime with Glass Thursday,…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - April 10, 2023

Happy School Vacation Week! We're celebrating with a special edition of It's On! Look through the fun, family-friendly classes and events happening, from Friday, April 14 to Sunday, April 23. And make sure to check out the following…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - April 6, 2023

Archibald Avery A New Musical Wednesday, April 12 — Sunday, May 7 Cape Rep Theatre Purchase Tickets Les Miserables Friday, April 7 - Sunday, April 16 Knights Theater Company at Sandwich Middle High School Purchase Tickets Opening…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - March 9, 2023

Spring Is Here Friday, March 10 The Cape Cod String Quartet at College Light Opera Company Purchase Tickets The Bold Company Presents Everybody Friday, March 10 - Sunday, March 12 Cape Rep Theatre Purchase Tickets An Evening of…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - March 2, 2023

International Women's Day Concert Wednesday, March 8 WOMR at Schoolhouse Center for the Arts Purchase Tickets Blues Singer "Evil Gal" Michelle Willson Sunday, March 5 Falmouth Jazz at West Falmouth Library Purchase Tickets Eleanor…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - February 23, 2023

"An Inspector Calls" Thursday, March 2 Barnstable Comedy Club Purchase Tickets 440 Gypsy Jazz Sunday, February 26 Cape Cod Museum of Art Purchase Tickets Faces of Falmouth Saturday, February 25 Falmouth Museums on the Green…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod -Weekly February 9, 2023

The Roaring 20's Saturday, February 11 - Sunday, February 12 Cape Symphony at Barnstable Performing Arts Center Purchase Tickets Shakespeare's Winter's Tale Friday, February 10 - Saturday, February 11 Cape Rep Theatre Purchase Tickets…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod Special Edition: February 2023

Happy School Vacation Week! We're celebrating with a special edition of It's On! Look through the fun family-friendly classes and events happening from Friday, February 17 to Sunday, February 26. And make sure to check out the following…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - January 21, 2023

Not Done Yet: A Play with Music Tuesday, January 24 and Thursday, January 26 Falmouth Public Library Free Admission VIEW ALL EVENTS THIS WEEK Call For Art! The Creative Arts Center Entry Deadline: Monday, January 30 All…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod : Your Gift Connects Children To The Healing Power Of The Arts

Amanda* hasn't had an easy life. Having been in the foster care system, the eight-year-old experienced trauma at a young age. What gives her comfort? Playing the violin. She's been doing so for the past two years thanks to support from the…

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One Week Left To Deck Your Walls

Deck The Walls an opportunity to gift art and support the arts! Online Art Sale Closes Monday, December 12th, 9 PM Gift a piece of Cape Cod artwork! Artwork can be wrapped and shipped in time for the holidays! Click here to see the…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod - One Week Left To Deck Your Walls

Deck The Walls an opportunity to gift art and support the arts! ONLINE ART SALE Closes Monday, December 12th, 9 PM Gift a piece of Cape Cod artwork! Artwork can be wrapped and shipped in time for the holidays! Ceramic Mug With Flowers by…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod - Deck The Walls Small Works Art Sale

DeckThe Walls an opportunity to gift art and support the arts! Blue Canoe by Carrie Megan ONLINE ART SALE Opens Monday, November 28th, 7 AM Closes Monday, December 12th, 9 PM CLICK TO PREVIEW Jetty by Jackie Reeves Deck the Walls…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod - Give Now And Double Your Impact

Yes, I Stand With The Arts Why Your Support Matters Dear Friend Earlier this year, Bob and Mary* painted a bowl for their dog Jack at the Falmouth Art Center. It was an idyllic scene that hid the difficulty of their situation — Mary…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - October 27, 2022

Featured Event Art & Souls: Cinema Screams Saturday, October 29 Cotuit Center for the Arts Purchase Tickets It's On! Haunted House TONIGHT - Monday, October 31 Cape Cod Theatre Company More Details Pumpkin Palooza 2022 Monday,…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod - Creative Exchange Meetup

Creative Exchange Meetup! Where: Bread & Roses 802 Main Street, Hyannis When: Thursday, October 27th from 4-6 PM Member Nights provide a relaxed and inclusive networking opportunity for Cape creatives Register Here Now in its fifth year,…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod To Open Fall Grant Cycle October 3rd

The AFCC’s latest round of funding will open with a letter of intent, which will be available on its website, www.artsfoundation.org, starting Monday, October 3rd. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, October 28th. Applicants…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod : Take A Culture Vitamin

The past two and a half years haven't been easy for any of us. It started with the pandemic and has extended to racial inequity in the United States, the war in Ukraine, inflation, and global uncertainty. These challenges have impacted our…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod - It's On for September 22, 2022

An Evening with Cowboy Junkies Saturday, September 24 Payomet Performing Arts Center Purchase Tickets Youth Filmmaking Online Workshop Wednesday, September 28 Wellfleet Youth Film Festival Free Admission Drum Workshop with Julian…

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Capacity Grants For Artists - Deadline Approaching

Arts Foundation of Cape Cod Partners with Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art to Bring Capacity-Building Program to Local Artists Creatives on Cape and Islands encouraged to apply for program which will include $1,000 capital grant …

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - September 8, 2022

Featured Event Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra in Concert Sunday, September 11 Purchase Tickets → It's On! Kim Moberg & Dave Dersham in Concert TONIGHT Wellfleet Preservation Hall Purchase Tickets → Get The Led Out in…

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Creatives On Cape And Islands Encouraged To Apply For Program Which Will Include $1,000 Capital Grant

Arts Foundation of Cape Cod Partners with Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art to Bring Capacity-Building Program to Local Artists Creatives on Cape and Islands encouraged to apply for program which will include $1,000 capital grant Serves…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape Cod : Connect Cape Students To Arts This Year

Make A Donation! Greetings! This week thousands of children throughout the Cape are returning to school. While it's an exciting time of year, it also serves as a reminder of how critical the arts are to the next generation. Thanks to your…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - September 1, 2022

Aaron Lewis, The Fantasticks, Something Rotten... It's On Arts Foundation of Cape Cod… It’s On An Initiative of the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod Featured Event Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners Cape Cod Melody Tent …

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Don't Miss Out — Last Call For NEA Grant Funding Through The Arts Foundation

We are one week away from the deadline to submit a grant application to the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC)! Funding will go to support cultural organizations in Barnstable County that have been impacted by Covid-19. Apply Now! The AFCC has a…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - June 29, 2022

Don't Wait — Apply Now! Did you know that the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) will be granting out $139,000 to cultural nonprofits in Barnstable County that have been impacted by the pandemic? Applications are available now and the…

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Arts Foundation of Cape Cod News - May 26, 2022

The Henry Acker Gypsy Jazz Trio Sunday, May 29 Cultural Center of Cape Cod Purchase Tickets → Bob Mould Solo Electric Friday, May 27 Provincetown Town Hall Purchase Tickets → Concert Pianist Sergei Novikov …

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AFCC's Creative Exchange Podcast Series - Season 4 w/ Thirsty Burlington

Creative Exchange Podcast Series Season 4 | Episode 8: Scott Townsend AKA Thirsty Burlington | Finding a Safe Place on Stage Where do you go when you live in fear because you’re different? If you’re Scott Townsend, you escape to the…

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Available Funding For 501c3 Arts Based Organizations - Prepare To Apply Opens June 1, 2022

Funding Available: Prepare To Apply! The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) is excited to announce that we will soon be opening up grant applications to cultural organizations in Barnstable County that have been impacted by Covid-19. The AFCC…

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Arts Foundation Of Cape - Cod Check Out Season 4 Of The Creative Exchange Podcast

Check out Season 4 of the Creative Exchange Podcast The Creative Exchange Podcast is a collaboration between the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) and the Cultural Center of Cape Cod in South Yarmouth. Hosted by AFCC Executive Director Julie…

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