01-16-25 Business After Hours at Main Street Gallery, OSDA Featured Organization

The OSDA was asked to participate in the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours on Thursday, 01/16/25.  Typically, a ‘non-profit’ is selected to describe their organization and is linked to a ‘for profit’ business that sponsors the monthly event.  This month the chamber chose to recognize our neighborhood association. Jim Fox of Main Street Gallery hosted the event and Terry Saunders resurrected and updated a poster board that showed all of the things the OSDA does in the neighborhood (see featured photo).  Jim Fox spoke about the gallery and Terry Saunders followed up and spoke about the contributions that the OSDA makes in the neighborhood (see notes below).  Jim Fox provided a lovely painting as the first door prize and the OSDA provided two gift bags for the raffle with OSDA logo wear.  See other pictures below. Our activities and accomplishments in 2024 were: Late May, 16 flower boxes were purchased and installed at the Ellen T Mitchell Bathhouse. Members often provide extra funds to sponsor the flowers and a plaque is made each year to recognize the donors. Early June, 20 members and guests cleaned up the parking area around the Bathhouse and neighboring streets. Some of the beach committee members were present and mingled with our membership.  A logo wear table is set up at all of our events. Late June, we purchased 150 Metal Water Bottles for all the beach workers. Early July, we purchased and donated to the Falmouth Beaches 3 new crosswalk signs which were put in place on Surf Drive. Mid July we provided breakfast to 80 beach workers at the bathhouse before they went out to their daily assignments. Members of the selectboard, beach department, beach committee and the DPW also participated. In August our membership enjoyed our annual meeting and summer social at the Flying Bridge. We had speakers from the police department and the beach committee.  We presented 5 college freshmen, who were children or grandchildren of members, with a check for $500 each for tuition assistance.  Since 2015, 34 students received $16,500. We ended the year with our holiday party which was held after the parade at Shoreway Acres. Members and town officials enjoyed great food and many door prizes donated by area businesses. Thank you for having us this evening and giving us the opportunity to tell you about our association. Poster Board Crowd Shot and Terry Saunders with Michael Kasperian     Raffle winner Kath King with Reliable RN and Larry Moody with the Newcomers OSDA Board Member Rich Sherman and Committee Member Nancy Gabrielli    

2025-01-17T19:06:06-05:00January 17th, 2025|
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12-08-24 OSDA Holiday Party

The OSDA Holiday Party was held on Sunday, 12/08/24 at ShoreWay Acres after the parade.  Many thanks to our hosts Dorie and Greg Ketterer for all they do for the association, the Prize Committee was chaired by Nancy Gabrielli and members included Brian Callanan, Paul Smith and Terry Saunders.  The Party Committee, Nancy Gabrielli, Al Gabrielli, Steve Saunders and Terry Saunders. Special thanks to all the businesses and shops that provided door prizes.  A list of the gifts and recipients follows. BUSINESS GIFT RECIPIENT Ben & Bills Chocolate Gift Card Barbara Foley Bluefins Sushi & Bar Gift Card Paul Smith Caline for Kids Gift Card Steve Saunders Celebrations of Cape Cod Gift Certificate Rose Rakeman Coffee Obsession Gift Certificate Russell Quigg Country Fare Gift Card Amy Herlihy Eastman's Ace Hardware Gift Card Bill Barrass Eight Cousins Books Gift Card Chris Ahern Falmouth Chamber 2 Falmouth beach towels Jay Barrass Falmouth Jewelry Shop Gift Card Herb Foster Ghelfi's Candies & Ice Cream Gift Card - use for kids drawing Ronan Foley Ghelfi's Candies & Ice Cream Gift Card - use for kids drawing Tommy Foley Ghelfi's Candies & Ice Cream Gift Card - use for kids drawing Clara Jech Guilded Oyster Gift Card Jamie Crossen Headlines Salon & Day Spa Gift Certificate Jen Rakeman Highfield Hall & Gardens Annual Membership Fran Ahern Howlingbird Studio Gift Certificate Ed Jackson La Cucina sul Mare Gift Card Martin Monk Liam Maguire's Irish Pub Gift Card Jim McKeone Livin' EZ Casual Wear 2 childrens t-shirts & hats Cathie McKeone Maison Villatte - Boulangerie Gift Card Susannah Butler Old Stone Dock Association Gift Certificate Donna Herlihy Old Stone Dock Association Gift Certificate Sandy Smith Quarterdeck Gift Card Jim Fox ShoreWay Acres Gift Certificate Sue Nerkowski Simply DiVine Gift Card Faith Barrass Steve's Pizza Gift Certificate Alice Tow Tap City Grille Gift Card Sharon Butler The Gallery on Main Two winter scene prints Cindy McConarty The Run House Gift Card Keane Steiding Timber Axe Gift Card Chris Ludwig Uptown Body 30 min pilates session Michael Butler                                             

2025-01-17T18:29:26-05:00January 17th, 2025|
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Around the Neighborhood October – November – December 2024

Featured Picture:  2024 10-04, Steve Saunders stopped to listen to the talking mannequin on Surf Drive.  It 'started up' when you got close to it. 2024 11-10 Seaweed being cleared from the beach a barrel at a time (homeowner said it was for his garden). 2024 12-15, Ongoing work at Surf Drive Beach.  See story below that was received via email.  Water is being pumped out of the ground to make way for a new water line. 2024 12-15, Pipes and tanks staged in the Surf Drive Beach parking lot. 2024 12-15, After water is pumped into the 5 tanks show in the prior picture it is filtered thru the black bags before being deposited back in the ocean. DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR ALERTS FROM A VARIETY OF TOWN AGENCIES.  THE E-MAIL BELOW WAS RECEIVED FROM THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT. 12-27-24 Eversource duct bank work - Shining Sea Bikeway and Surf Drive Work Eversource is working on a new submarine line between Falmouth and Martha's Vineyard that requires installation of duct banks in Falmouth roads and the Shining Sea Bikeway between Stephens Lane and Mill Road/Surf Drive. December 27 Update - Next week, crews will continue installing a series of manholes and duct banks along the Shining Sea Bikeway, between Ter Heun Drive and Locust Street. This work will continue through the winter months and is anticipated to be completed by spring of 2025.  The Depot Avenue parking lot located at 81 Locust Street in Falmouth is closed for the duration of this work. The Locust Street parking lot will remain open.  The bike path will be closed between Ter Heun Drive and Locust Street for the duration of construction. On Surf Drive, crews will continue to replace the water main between Mill Road and Shore Street.  A portion of the Surf Drive parking lot located at 56 Surf Drive, Falmouth will be cordoned off for the duration of this work. The Mill Road parking lot, located at the corner of Mill Road and Surf Drive, is also closed for the duration of this work. See below for a suggested detour route for users of the bike path during the closure.  Construction Hours: Monday through Friday, 7am-6pm Occasional work may extend beyond the approved hours due to unforeseen circumstances, based on approval from municipal staff. For real time construction updates, please view online interactive construction map. At this time, the construction will not interrupt your electrical service, and all people working on this project are Eversource-approved contractors and carry proper identification. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the project, please call 1-833-836-0302 or email at ProjectInfoMA@eversource.com. Eversource is committed to deliver reliable energy to our customers and will begin constructing in early December, pending town approval, on a new 23-kV underground and submarine line between Falmouth and Martha’s Vineyard. Eversource is committed to open lines of communication and notifying the public about the project and pending construction. If you would like to learn more about the Project, please contact them. [...]

2025-01-17T18:00:46-05:00January 17th, 2025|
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10-26-24 OSDA Halloween on Main

The OSDA was pleased to participate in the Falmouth Village / Main Street Halloween Stroll on Saturday, 10/29/24.  Members Beth Whelan, Cathy Kligler and Mary Ellen O’Leary volunteered to set up a table for OSDA and distributed goodies from 1 pm to 3 pm.  The are shown in the featured picture.  A few pictures follow of visitors to our table.            

2025-01-17T17:29:09-05:00January 17th, 2025|
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12-19-22 Coyotes – Preventing Conflicts and Eliminating Shelter – Story from Mass.gov

Article from https://www.mass.gov/service-details/prevent-conflicts-with-coyotes Prevent conflicts with coyotes Coyotes can thrive close to humans in a variety of habitats. Make your property less attractive to coyotes by following these tips. Feeding coyotes - Keep wildlife wild! Never deliberately provide food for coyotes to attract them to your property. Feeding, whether direct or indirect, can cause coyotes to act tame and may lead to bold behavior. Coyotes that rely on natural foods remain wild and wary of humans. Remember to share these tips with your neighbors; your efforts will be futile if neighbors provide food or shelter or fail to act boldly towards coyotes. Secure your garbage - Coyotes raid open trash materials and compost piles. Secure your garbage in tough plastic containers with tight fitting lids and keep them in secure buildings when possible. Take out trash when the morning pick up is scheduled, not the previous night. Keep compost in secure, vented containers, and keep barbecue grills clean to reduce attractive odors. Keep bird feeder areas clean - Use feeders designed to keep seed off the ground and clean spilled seed daily, as bird seed attracts many small mammals coyotes prey upon. Remove feeders if coyotes are regularly seen around your yard. Protect produce and livestock - Clear fallen fruit from around fruit trees. Use fencing to protect livestock from coyotes. Coyotes can jump over or dig under fences that are improperly built. Fencing should be at least 6 feet high and extend into the ground. You may also install PVC pipe that is free to spin around a tight wire at the top of the fence or have an outward overhang of fence wire to make it more difficult for the coyote to grip and get over the fence. Feed pets indoors - Outdoor feeding can attract many wild animals. Eliminating shelter for coyotes Close off crawl spaces - Coyotes will use areas under porches and sheds for resting and raising young. Close these areas off to prevent animals from using them. Cut back brushy edges - Be sure to keep brushy edges in your yard trimmed, as these areas provide cover for coyotes and their prey. Protecting pets from coyotes - Although free roaming pets are more likely to be killed by automobiles than by wild animals, coyotes do view cats and small dogs as potential food, and larger dogs as competition. For the safety of your pets, keep them leashed and under your supervision at all times. Also remember to feed your pets indoors to avoid attracting wildlife. Habituated coyotes - The presence of a coyote alone is not cause for concern, as coyotes are naturally afraid of people. Help keep coyotes wild by scaring or threatening coyotes in your yard with loud noises, bright lights, or water sprayed from a hose. Coyotes that have become dependent on human-associated food can become habituated and exhibit bold behavior toward people. A habituated coyote: Does not run off when harassed or chased. Approaches pets on a leash. Approaches and follows people. If an immediate threat to [...]

2024-10-14T20:59:41-04:00December 19th, 2022|
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10-14-22 Memorial bench for founding member Jim Crossen unveiled

A memorial bench in the making.  Steps taken and those who helped along the way.  Thanks to all who made this a very special event. FEBRUARY & MARCH 2022 • Past president Kevin Doyle started initial research on the cost to purchase a new memorial bench from town approved provider O’Brien and Sons in Medway who is the New England Distributor. In addition to base cost, we would need to purchase the plaque from them. There would be an additional cost for installation by a contractor approved by the Town of Falmouth DPW. • A small committee was formed consisting of Kevin Doyle (past president) and Board of Directors Terry Saunders and Paul Smith to further explore the possibility of purchasing a memorial bench in memory of OSDA founding member and Past President, Jim Crossen who passed on 02/11/22. • Several steps were needed to make this a reality including, applying for and getting approval from the town, finding a place for it to be installed and purchasing the bench from the approved town vendor. APRIL & MAY 2022 • Preliminary research by Kevin Doyle and Paul Smith showed that we could not put the bench at Surf Drive Beach as there were already several benches there. Many spots we considered around Mill Road would have required approval from the Conservation Commission. • OSDA Member Carole Mendoza told the Board of Directors that there was a current bench at Town Hall Square that was in disrepair. The black metal base appeared to be in good condition. • Paul Smith poke to O’Brien and Sons and received a verbal quote to retrofit the 6’ bench with recycled plastic slats and hardware. The plaque would be additional cost as well as delivery. • On Wednesday, 05/18/22 Terry Saunders and Paul Smith went to check out the bench and met with Jeremiah Pearson, Falmouth’s Park Superintendent at Town Hall Square and explained to him our thoughts to rehabilitate the existing bench and confirmed the necessary steps to do so. SEE PICS # 1 and #2. • We received a verbal okay to proceed with the application which Terry Saunders completed and dropped off at the DPW on Friday, 05/20/22 stating that we would rehab the existing bench and place it back in its current position at Town Hall Square (by the dentist office). JUNE & JULY 2022 • On Wednesday, 06/15/22 Jeremiah Pearson said we were ‘good to go’. Paul reached out to O’Brien and Sons for an updated quote and purchase agreement which was provided. • Terry Saunders completed the paperwork and authorized payment by OSDA Treasurer Bob Lehtinen on Thursday, 06/16/22. Also remitted wording for plaque. ‘In Memory of Jim Crossen Founding Member of the Old Stone Dock Association’. • The lead time for delivery direct from the manufacturer in Pennsylvania was 12+ weeks. • Since the bench was in bad shape, Paul Smith, Steve Saunders and Bob Lehtinen moved the bench from Town Hall Square to Paul Smith’s home [...]

2024-10-14T20:59:23-04:00October 28th, 2022|
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07-26-22 Beach Staff Appreciation Breakfast

On Tuesday, 07/26/22 the Old Stone Dock Association sponsored the Annual Beach Staff Appreciation Breakfast at the Ellen T Mitchell Bathhouse.  This was an opportunity for all of us to thank the beach employees including management, supervisors, clerks, life guards, parking attendants and others for the excellent work they did this past summer. We provided bagels, breads, pastries, iced coffee, juices, yogurt, bananas, apples, and breakfast bars to the 70+ in attendance at 7:30 a.m. before they headed out to their daily assignment.  Those who did not make it to Surf Drive were brought ‘to go’  breakfast bags. Maggie Clayton thanked the OSDA for putting on the breakfast.  Jay Thayer thanked the Beach Workers.  The following also attended and spoke briefly: Selectman Doug Brown, Beach Committee Members Joseph Strazzolla and Geralyn Schad. Committee members were Polly Thayer, Jay Thayer, Terry Saunders, Steve Saunders.  They were also assisted that morning by OSD members Peter Cahill and Carole Mendoza. L to R:  OSDA Member Carole Mendoza, OSDA President Jay Thayer, Selectman Doug Brown, Beach Committee Members Geralyn Schad and Joseph Strazzolla, ?______, Beach Superintendent Maggie Clayton. Just some of the Beach Workers Feature Picture OSD Members Peter Cahill, Steve Saunders, Polly Thayer, Jay Thayer, Terry Saunders (missing from pic is member Carole Mendoza) behind one of the food tables.

2024-10-14T20:59:12-04:00October 5th, 2022|
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07-10-22 NEEE Falmouth Triathlon at Surf Drive Beach

On Sunday 07/10/22 New England Endurance Events held their 2022 Falmouth Triathlon.  Their crew started setup on 07/09/22 Saturday afternoon.  Saturday evening the parking lot was full of bike racks and the lot and evidence of the triathlon was completely gone Sunday morning after the event. Ten OSDA members assisted NEEE with Traffic Control at the top of Mill, Walker and Shore directing participants and spectators to designated parking lots. Mill Road:  Nancy Copley, Kevin Doyle, Jay Thayer, Polly Thayer Walker Street:  Rocco Maffei, Mike Herlihy, Ed Jackson (Featured pictured L to R) Shore Street:  Mary Lou DaSilva, Steve Saunders, Terry Saunders Pictures Below: Set Up on 07/09/22, 1st person out of the water, finish line

2024-10-14T20:59:05-04:00July 18th, 2022|
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