Orleans: Behind the Scenes

Latest Episodes:

Episode 20: Shelly McComb & Katie Castagno | Coastal Resilience Week 2024 Jun 07, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠⁠, host Mia Baumgarten welcomes Shelly McComb, Coastal Resilience Specialist with Cape Cod Cooperative Extension & Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Sea Grant and Katie Castagno, Ph.D., Director with The Center for Coastal Studies.

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠⁠⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠⁠⁠.

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For more information:

Volunteer with The Center for Coastal Studies: coastalstudies.org/get-involved/volunteers/

Data Portal: mapthatcapecod.com/

Storm Tide Pathways: stormtides.org/

Homeowners Handbook

Coastal Resilience Week 2024: seagrant.whoi.edu/cccrw-2024/

Community Beach Monitoring: mycoast.org/ma/coastsnap/about

Connect with Barnstable County Government on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and Youtube

Connect with The Center for Coastal Studies on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X

Upcoming Events:

Beach Sticker Information

Snow Library ⁠Calendar⁠

Orleans Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday 8 AM - 12 PM | ⁠www.orleansfarmersmarket.org/⁠

⁠Pop Up Practices in Parish Park⁠ - Sponsored by the Orleans Cultural District: Every Saturday 1 - 2 PM

Orleans Chamber of Commerce ⁠Events Calendar⁠

Over Sand Vehicles (OSV) Updates

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Connect with the Town of Orleans now on ⁠Facebook⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠

Episode 19: Judy Lindahl | First Friday! & Boards in the Stores May 31, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Judy Lindahl, Executive Director of the Orleans Chamber of Commerce.

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠⁠.

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First Friday! in Orleans

~ June 7

~ July 5

~ August 2

~ September 6

~ October 4

Boards In The Stores: Auction & Scavenger Hunt - Download the Goosechase App: iOS or Android

Boards on display & available for auction through August 24, 2024

Truly Orleans 2024 is out now - available throughout town and online

Shop Like a Local Coupon Book - Available June 1

Job Search

Connect with the Chamber on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram

Upcoming Events:

Beach Sticker Information - Available now

Snow Library ⁠Calendar⁠

Orleans Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday 8 AM - 12 PM orleansfarmersmarket.org

⁠Pop Up Practices in Parish Park⁠ - Sponsored by the Orleans Cultural District: Every Saturday 1 - 2 PM (from the ⁠Cape Cod Times⁠)

Orleans Chamber ⁠Events Calendar⁠

Over Sand Vehicles (OSV) Updates

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Connect with the Town of Orleans now on ⁠Facebook⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠

Episode 18: Doreen Leggett | Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance May 07, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Doreen Leggett, Community Journalist and Communications Officer with the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance.

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠⁠.

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For more information on the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance: capecodfishermen.org

Rock Harbor Commercial Wharf Improvements - Select Board Presentation, February 14, 2024

Contract Documents for Rock Harbor Commercial Wharf Improvements | town.orleans.ma.us/DocumentCenter/View/6431

Upcoming Events:

May 13: Orleans Annual ⁠Town Meeting⁠ - 6 PM, in the Nauset Middle School Gym

Town Meeting Central: town.orleans.ma.us/894/

Town Meeting Warrant

Snow Library ⁠Calendar⁠

Orleans Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday 8 AM - 12 PM |⁠www.orleansfarmersmarket.org/⁠

⁠Pop Up Practices in Parish Park⁠ - Sponsored by the Orleans Cultural District: Every Saturday 1 - 2 PM (from the ⁠Cape Cod Times⁠)

Orleans Chamber ⁠Events Calendar⁠

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Connect with the Town of Orleans now on ⁠Facebook⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠

Episode 17: Christina Wiseman & Katie Geissler | Walk for Hope 2024 May 02, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Christina and Katie from Housing Assistance to discuss Walk for Hope 2024 and much more.

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠.

Walk for Hope - Sunday, May 19th

12:00 PM - Registration, Music, Snacks, and FUN!

12:45 PM - Opening Ceremonies

1:00 PM - Walks Start in Falmouth, Hyannis, and Orleans

2:00 PM - Post Walk Music, Yard Games, and Ice Cream

3:00 PM - Event Ends

For more information: HACWalkforHope.org

And for more on Housing Assistance or Housing to Protect Cape Cod

Connect with Housing Assistance on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn

Other Upcoming Events:

May 2: Orleans Citizen’s Forum - Prep for Town Meeting

May 13: Orleans Annual Town Meeting - 6 PM, in the Nauset Middle School Gym

Snow Library Calendar

Orleans Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday 10 AM - 12 PM |www.orleansfarmersmarket.org/

Pop Up Practices in Parish Park - Sponsored by the Orleans Cultural District: Every Saturday 1 - 2 PM (from the Cape Cod Times)

Orleans Chamber Events Calendar

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Connect with the Town of Orleans now on Facebook and Instagram

Episode 15: Talitha Abramsen | Lower Cape Housing & Accessory Dwelling Unit Resource Center Apr 05, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Talitha Abramsen, Housing Resources Program Manager with Lower Cape Housing & Accessory Dwelling Unit Resource Center.

The Lower Cape Housing & Accessory Dwelling Unit Resource Center is a joint effort between ⁠Community Development Partnership (CDP)⁠ and Homeless Prevention Center (HPC).

Tune in to catch up on what's happening this week and what's coming up next!

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠.

Contact Talitha

talitha@capecdp.org

(508) 290-0119

Lower Cape Housing & ADU Resource Center

Events:

Snow Library Calendar

Orleans Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday 10 AM - 12 PM | Inside at 44 Main Street until May

http://www.orleansfarmersmarket.org/

Orleans Chamber Events Calendar

April 5, 12, and 19: Town of Orleans First Aid Training & Certification

April 9: Orleans Digital Equity Plan Community Meeting

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Connect with the Town of Orleans now on Facebook and Instagram

Episode 14: Latham Centers' 2024 Donkey Dash with Jackie O'Connor and Ashley Bulger Mar 28, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Jackie O’Connor, Advancement Director and Ashley Bulger, Marketing & Social Media Specialist from Latham Centers to discuss their upcoming 2024 Donkey Dash 5k Road Race.

Tune in to catch up on what's happening this week and what's coming up next!

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠.

More information on Latham Centers' Donkey Dash scheduled for May 19 at 10 AM at Hog Island Brewery.

https://raceroster.com/events/2024/85768/latham-centers-donkey-dash

Special appearance by DJ Stephanie Viva

Latham Centers' on Facebook and on Instagram

Events:

- Snow Library Calendar

- Orleans Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday 10 AM - 12 PM | Inside at 44 Main Street until May

- Orleans Chamber Events Calendar

- April 5, 12, and 19: Town of Orleans First Aid Training & Certification

- April 9: Orleans Digital Equity Plan Community Meeting

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Connect with the Town of Orleans now on Facebook and Instagram

Episode 13: Tavi Prugno | Library Director, Snow Library Mar 21, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Tavi Prugno from Snow Library.

Tune in to catch up on what's happening this week and what's coming up next!

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered from a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠.

Snow Library

67 Main Street

Orleans, MA 02653

Phone: (508) 240-3760

Hours of Operation: Mon, Thurs, Fri: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Tues - Wed: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

For More Info on Snow Library: https://www.snowlibrary.org/

Snow Library Calendar

Events:

Orleans Farmers' Market: Every Saturday 10 AM to 12 PM | Inside at 44 Main Street until May

Orleans Chamber Events Calendar

April 9, 2024: Orleans Digital Equity Plan Community Meeting ---------------------------------------

Connect with the Town of Orleans now on Facebook and Instagram

Episode 12: Geof Deering, Fire Chief | Town of Orleans Mar 15, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Geof Deering, Orleans Fire Chief.

Tune in to catch up on what's happening this week and what's coming up next!

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town. Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠.

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Events:

Snow Library Calendar

Orleans Farmers' Market Every Saturday 10 AM to 12 PM | Inside at 44 Main Street until May

Orleans Chamber Events Calendar

April 9, 2024: Orleans Digital Equity Plan Community Meeting

May 13: Annual Town Meeting

For More Info on Orleans Fire Rescue

Episode 11: Tyler Hadfield and Cameron Hadfield of The Rail and The Barley Neck Mar 08, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Tyler and Cam to talk partnering with a sibling, leading two restaurants, and running businesses in Orleans. And much more!

Tyler is the Executive Chef & Owner and Cam is General Manager & Owner of The Rail and The Barley Neck.

The Barley Neck: https://www.barleyneck.com/

Opening March 8

The Rail: https://www.therailorleans.com/

Opening March 15

Tune in to catch up on what's happening this week and what's coming up next!

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠.

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Events:

March 11: Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee Special Community Meeting at 5:00 PM

March 12: Planning Board Public Hearing at 4:00 PM

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Snow Library Calendar

Orleans Farmers' Market: Every Saturday 10 AM to 12 PM | Inside at 44 Main Street until May

Orleans Chamber Events Calendar

Episode 10 : Scott MacDonald, Chief of Police | Town of Orleans Feb 29, 2024

Show notes

On this week's episode of ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Scott MacDonald, Orleans Chief of Police.

Tune in to catch up on what's happening this week and what's coming up next!

Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town.

Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall?

Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town.

Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works.

For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠.

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Events:

Snow Library Calendar

Orleans Farmers' Market: Every Saturday 10 AM to 12 PM | Inside at 44 Main Street until May

Orleans Chamber Events Calendar

Presidential Primary Voting: New Video

For More Info

Orleans Police Department

Orleans Digital Equity Plan

Contact the show at: orleansbts@town.orleans.ma.us

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