The Old Stone Dock Association and Kinlin Grover Real Estate co-sponsored the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce Business after Hours on Thursday, August 17, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Chamber of Commerce Members, Old Stone Dock Board Members, Kinlin Grover employees and guests enjoyed an hour or so of mingling both inside the Cultural Center Building and on the grounds of the Falmouth Museum on the Green. Fruit, vegetables and dip, cheese and crackers and two types of chicken were offered as well as beverages from John’s Liquor. Board of Director and Membership Chair, Rebecca Bevilacqua had a table set up with OSD membership information and spoke to attendees about the various activities the OSDA had taken part in the past year, many of which were memorialized on the poster board. Board of Director, Steve Saunders had a table with OSDA logo wear available for sale.  Attendees put their business cards in a basket and two t-shirts were raffled off at the end of the evening.  Tom Callahan and Jill Strombeck of Exit Cape Realty each went home with an OSDA T-Shirt. Michael Kasparian, President / CEO of the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce introduced Mark Schmidt, Executive Director of Falmouth Museum on the Green who said a few words. Old Stone Dock President, Kevin Doyle recognized several guests who’ve supported the association over the years.  He spoke about the OSD activities this past year as well as the Bicentennial celebration of the Old Stone Dock (1817-2017).  

Shortly after the sun came up on Monday, July 31st the Old Stone Dock Association volunteers set up our 2nd Annual Beach Staff Appreciation Breakfast at the Ellen T. Mitchell Bath House on Surf Drive Beach and then the parking attendants and lifeguards arrived along with their supervisors. They really seemed to appreciate and enjoy the breakfast break in the midst of their summer season and that morning expressed their appreciation many times. The lifeguards and other beach staff got their chance to say goodbye to Don Hoffer and we welcomed Bruce Mogardo. Town manager, Julian Suso expressed Falmouth's thanks and said for many tourists they are the welcoming face of the town. Breakfast ended abruptly when supervisors blew the whistle and yelled "grab some fruit and head to your beaches." Thanks to OSDA members Anne Prior (event Chairperson), Jack Driscoll, Mike Herlihy, Steve Saunders, Jim Fox and Sally Colacicco who helped and thanks to Lenny of the beach staff who always keeps the flowers in the window boxes looking great.  

The Falmouth Triathlon took place on Sunday, 07/16/17 at Surf Drive Beach. New England Endurance Events, the sponsor is located on Cape Cod, and is fully immersed in the Southeastern Massachusetts triathlon and running communities.  Their management and staff are all current athletes.  Our contact was Kathleen Walker who is a seasoned triathlete, a USA Triathlon certified race director and a Red Cross certified lifeguard. She has been active in triathlon event production since 2003 for races both on and off Cape including assisting the race directors of both the Hyannis Sprint Triathlon and the Falmouth Triathlon.  For the past three years she has been the director of two annual triathlons (Wellfleet Sprint Triathlon and Gut Check Triathlon) as well as two road running races — all located on Cape Cod. The course is unique for its 600 yards (1/3 mile ~) warm salt-water swim, a 9 mile scenic bike ride that climbs to the majestic Nobska Point Light, and a 5k (3.1 mile) run entirely alongside Surf Drive Beach.           Participants were notified that there will be NO parking at race site OR on Falmouth’s Main Street. Primary parking sites were the Mullen School, Lawrence School and Falmouth Marine Park (all less than one mile from venue).  All competitors received an athlete’s guide prior to the event with essential parking information. Additionally, police and staff were posted at all entrances to the race venue, blocking access by vehicles and directing participants to approved parking lots.  Cooperation by all is critical to the continued approval of this event by the town. The Old Stone Dock Association was called upon to assist with traffic control. The Police Department detail was headed by Sergeant Michael Simoneau. Old Stone Dock volunteers were at their posts from 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and their assignments are listed below. Madeleine Marken - Locust/Mill Anne Prior - Locust/Mill Mike Herlihy - Main/Walker Rocco Maffei - Main/Walker Richard Worob - Main / Shore Street Extension Steve Saunders - Katharine Lee Bates / Mullen School David Colacicco - Main / Library Lane Kevin Doyle - Main / Shore Sergeant Michael Simoneau – Main / Shore Charlie Deignan - Shore/Clinton (missed photo op) Richard Prior - Roving Donut and Coffee Patrol Terry Saunders – Roving Bike Photographer Story reported by Terry Saunders

On Wednesday, 06/21/17 The 18th Annual Falmouth Historical Society Heritage Award Dinner honored the Old Stone Dock Association and the Falmouth Garden Club at the Coonamessett Inn.  Introductions were made by Marc Schmidt, Executive Director of the Falmouth Historical Society.  The awards were accepted by Kevin Doyle, President of the Old Stone Dock Association and Andrea Anderson President of the Falmouth Garden Club.  Pictures of Presentations and Awards / Citations follow.                   E-mail to Members From: "Kevin Doyle" <kmdkmd9@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, June 29, 2017 1:05:29 PM Subject: OSDA Heritage Award Winner 2017 Hi Neighbor! Just a quick note to tell you what an honor it was to represent you all in receiving the Historical Society's Heritage Award this year.  This is obviously a special year for us as we celebrate 200 years of the Old Stone Dock's service to the community. There were about 125 folks at the dinner that honored us and the Garden Club for our contributions to the preservation, beautification, and betterment of the town.  We displayed some of the art and poetry of the high school students' recognition of the Bicentennial that will be displayed at the Art Center in the months ahead. We received many kind words and several citations to mark the occasion: the Award itself presented by Troy Clarkson on behalf of Historical Society's President Tamsen George a citation delivered by Town Manager Suso on behalf of the Selectmen a proclamation from the US House of Representatives from Congressman Keating a certificate from the Massachusetts House of Representatives from Mr. Vieira a citation from the Massachusetts Senate delivered by Senator Vinny deMacedo and a picture on the front page of the Enterprise of Senator deMacedo's presentation! It was a delightful evening and I thank all those who were able to attend that night and the many of you who sent along your congratulations for our achievements. It was also an appropriate time to recognize that our own Constable Jim Crossen is the only member who was present at the founding of the Association 55 years ago, and has NEVER missed a meeting!!    Happy 92nd Birthday, Jim, and thanks for your untiring leadership! kmd

To commemorate and honor the Old Stone Dock Bicentennial celebration this year, we approached key administrators and faculty of the Falmouth School System to see if they would be interested in OSD board members delivering educational presentations to their students about the history of the Old Stone Dock and its important impact on the development and growth of Falmouth during the 18th and 19th centuries. The Dock was then the center of commerce for the growing town. Our offer was enthusiastically embraced by several departments: Sonia Tellier-Assistant Superintendent, Jane Baker-Art Department, Lauren Kenny-English Department, and Michael Feeney-History Department.  In April, OSD president Kevin Doyle delivered a power point presentation to 100 students and faculty (see prior story).  Days later, OSD board member and past president, Jim Fox presented to art students at the site of the dock to teach Dock history.  In early May, OSD vice president, Dan Braun met with English freshman honor students followed up with a final beach presentation by Kevin Doyle in June to history students.  We think all the students were impressed to learn that Surf Beach is not just a place for summer fun but is also a vital part of Falmouth and Massachusetts history. Article provided by Dan Braun 04-2017 Jim Fox Presentation to Falmouth Students 06-09-17 Kevin Doyle presentation to students  

  The OSDA Annual Beach Clean-Up and Presentation of 2017 Flower Boxes took place on Surf Drive Beach on Saturday, June 10th, from 10:00 a.m. to noon.  This year's flowers were donated by the McCormick Family in memory of Past President and Dock Master, Bob McCormick. Co-chairs were Polly Thayer, Jay Thayer and Terry Saunders. We had a membership promotion table and registration in front of the Ellen T Mitchell Bathhouse. Refreshments were provided to volunteers and all those that passed by. OSD logo wear was also available for sale. We cleaned from Mill Road down to Elm Road both street side and beach side.  The following members participated: Anna dos Santos, Kevin Doyle, Madeleine Marken, Greg Mills, Jim O’Shaughnessy, Andrea O’Shaughnessy, Terry Saunders, Steve Saunders, Van Smick Jay Thayer and Polly Thayer. Featured picture includes Terry Saunders, Jay Thayer, Polly Thayer, Kevin Doyle and Acting Beach Superintendent Bruce Mogardo. Special thanks to members Jay and Polly Thayer who prepared a delicious luncheon at their home following the clean-up. Pictured below: Anna dos Santos, Kevin Doyle, Madeleine Marken, Carol Mills, Greg Mills, Jim O’Shaughnessy, Andrea O’Shaughnessy, Terry Saunders, Steve Saunders, Van Smick Jay Thayer and Polly Thayer (Van Smick missing from photo).  

Millie McCormick presented the 2017 flower boxes in memory of her husband and past OSD president Bob McCormick.  Bob was an active member of the association and is missed by all who knew him.  In recent years the cost of the flower boxes have been donated by members who have lost a loved one the prior year.  Previously the association donated funds towards the purchase of the flowers.

From: "Kevin Doyle"     Sent: Thursday, June 1, 2017 3:21:11 PM    Subject: OSDA - June Events Hi Neighbor! It's summertime!   If you're in Falmouth, the Association has plenty going on this Bicentennial Year of the Old Stone Dock (1817-2017)!   You're invited to participate in any way that works for you.  Here are some activities you might enjoy. Dues Renewal Notices were mailed to 300+ current and past members on 05/18/17.  Please support the OSDA by remitting your dues of $25.00 per family now to P. O. Box 835, Falmouth, MA  02541 for the current year of 06/01/17 to 05/31/18.  A copy of the membership renewal can be found on the web site. Your membership adds greatly to the very genial relationship we enjoy with so many town leaders. The OSDA Annual Beach Clean-Up and Presentation of 2017 Flower Boxes on Surf Drive Beach will be held on Saturday, June 10th, from 10:00 a.m. to noon.  Rain date is Sunday, 06/11/17.   This year's flowers were donated by the McCormick Family in memory of Past President and Dock Master, Bob McCormick.  Protect yourself by wearing long pants, shirts with sleeves, sunblock and using garden gloves.  We'll have a membership promotion table and registration by the Ellen T Mitchell Bathhouse where refreshments will be provided and OSDA logo wear will be available for sale.  If you are able to lend a hand, please RSVP to info@oldstonedock.com so we know who to expect.  We will also be providing lunch afterwards and we will need a headcount.  Co-chairs are Polly and Jay Thayer and Board Liaison Terry Saunders. The 18th Annual Falmouth Historical Society Heritage Award Dinner will be held on Wednesday, June 21, at 5:30pm for gathering and 6:30 for dinner.  The Old Stone Dock Association was selected this year in recognition of our legacy of contributions to Surf Drive Beach and the Bicentennial celebration of the Old Stone Dock (1817-2017).   The Falmouth Garden Club will also be recognized.   We are hoping for a large turnout from our membership. Tickets are $75/person, and we hope you will find this to be an enjoyable summer highlight, and a time for us all to celebrate our 50 years of service to the community.  See details and invitation below.  If you plan to attend, please let me know. OSDA Annual Meeting / Summer Outing - Sunday, September 10, 2017 Yes, that's a change!  After the last few years of crossing our fingers and hoping that our meeting would come together, the Board voted to push the date out and keep the ambiance and hospitality offered by Don and Joyce Filiault at the Beach Breeze Inn.  The August date put great stress on every aspect of the party logistics, from chairs to dessert.  We hope this proves to be an acceptable - even a preferred change - for all of you to make an enjoyable end to the pressures of the "tourist season" and settle into Falmouth in the Fall.  We will also be able to hold our prices as we have for the last two years. We hope to see you there! OSDA Bicentennial House Tour - Saturday, September 9th To keep that weekend [...]

The Old Stone Dock Association participated in Falmouth Preservation Alliance’s "Preservation Expo" on the grounds of Museums on the Green, Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2017. This event was designed to serve the renovation, restoration and repair needs of Cape Cod homeowners by offering displays, information and Q&A opportunities with local business owners, service providers and preservation specialists. Members Pat Keck, Terry Saunders and Rebecca Bevilacqua manned the table in the morning and members Madeleine Marken, Terry Saunders and Rebecca Bevilacqua took the afternoon shift.   As visitors came by they explained the mission of the OSDA and described the community events that took place this past year within the OSD neighborhood and in particular Surf Drive beach including Life Guard Appreciation Breakfast, beach cleanup and cleaning of the monuments. Also in attendance was Artist Karen Rinaldo who was representing the Falmouth Preservation Alliance.  They were introducing the second in a series of many Heritage Maps.  The first one was of Falmouth Village which included the OSD neighborhoods and the current one is of Woods Hole and Quissett.  Maps are available for $2.00 each from many locations including the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce. Sharing a table with the Preservation Alliance was Mark Schmidt, Executive Director of the Falmouth Museums on the Green. Michael Kasparian, CEO of the Chamber, is a Certified Antiques Appraiser. He offered free appraisals for the first item per attendee and $10 for the second item. It was a hometown version of Antiques Roadshow. ®   Pat Keck, Rebecca Bevilacqua and Terry Saunders manned the OSD Table at the Falmouth Preservation Alliance Expo on 05-20-17 Madeleine Marken and Rebecca manned the OSD Table at the Falmouth Preservation Alliance Expo on 05-20-17 Mark Schmidt, Falmouth Museum on the Green Executive Director and Artist Karen Rinaldo representing Falmouth Preservation Alliance Michael Kasparian, CEO of the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce is also a Certified Antiques Appraiser. Seen here checking out an item at the Falmouth Preservation Alliance Expo on 05-20-17.