Spectrum

Spectrum

Spectrum is a weekly public affairs program on iHeartMedia Cape Cod. Spectrum gives us the opportunity to take a closer look at the issues, events...Full Bio

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29th Annual Stuff-A-Bus

MaryEllen Harrington and Megan Harrington from Cape & Islands Toys for Tots and Brian Morrison from the Barnstable Police Department come together with Kevin Matthews to talk about the 29th Annual Stuff-A-Bus, happening Friday, December 13th at 6:00 a.m. through Sunday, December 15th at 6:00 p.m. at the Ocean State Job Lot Plaza on Rt.28 in Hyannis, across from the airport. Find more details at https://106wcod.iheart.com/featured/cape-cod-stuff-a-bus/ Air Date 12-8-24

Hopeful Outreach of Cape Cod

Kevin Matthews introduces you to Patrick Downey, the co-founder of Hopeful Outreach of Cape Cod. Patrick's 501(c)(3) was established back in February of 2024 and it's dedicated to giving support and resources to those in need in our community, ranging from emergency shelter and basic necessities to job placement assistance and wellness programs. Air Date :11-24-24

Brazilian Resource Center

Kevin Matthews welcomes Michael Mecenas, founder and president of the Brazilian Resource Center to talk about the tremendous work they do to help with the needs of all members of our community, and how the community has responded to their needs following the devastating fire at their location on Center St. in Hyannis on November 13th. Air 11-24-24

The Wall Of Heroes

Kevin Matthews talks with Nicole Spencer, Executive Director of Heroes In Transitions, about the month-long initiative they are doing, in collaboration with Mashpee Commons, to honor our friends, family and loved ones who served in the armed forces. For more details on HIT, visit https://heroesintransition.org/ Air Date 11-11-24

19th Annual Turkey Day Shoot-Out & Food Pantry Drive

Kevin Matthews welcomes Matt Pitta, Director of Communications for The Davenport Companies and Jim Seymour, Executive Director of the Cape & Islands Veterans Outreach Center, to talk about the 19th Annual Turkey Day Shoot-Out & Food Pantry Drive, coming up this Saturday, November 16th at Blue Rock Golf Course in South Yarmouth. For more details, and to register to play, visit https://bluerockgolfcourse.com/ Air Date 11-10-24

Turkeys For Cape Codders

Kevin Matthews welcomes Rob Bearse from St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Barnstable Village and Caronanne Procaccini, Director of Client Self-Sufficiency for the Community Action Committee of Cape Cod & Islands. They will discuss their annual Turkeys For Cape Codders program, a heartwarming initiative that helps to ensure that every family, regardless of income, can enjoy a bountiful Thanksgiving. For more information on how you can help, or if you are in need of help, visit https://www.cacci.cc/programs/seasonal-programs/

Provincetown Food & Wine Festival 2024

Kevin Matthews is joined by Matt King, the event director of the Provincetown Food & Wine Festival to talk about this year's 4th annual event, which is happening from November 7th though November 10th. To find out more about the menus and how to purchase tickets, log on to https://ptownfoodandwinefestival.com/

Operation Flags For Vets

Kevin Matthews talks with Patricia Corsini, who is the family organizer for Operation Flags For Vets. In 2011, her brother, Paul Monti, started this program to place flags on the graves of every military member at the National Cemetery in Bourne on both Memorial Day & Veterans Day. After his passing two years ago, the family continues to keep the mission alive. For more about the program and to donate visit https://operationflagsforvets.org/ or https://www.sfcjaredcmonti.org/ Air 10-27-24

Hurricane Relief Donation Drive

Kevin Matthews welcomes Jennifer Bayuk from Barrow's Waste Systems and Jessica Thomas from Agway of Cape Cod in studio to talk about the Hurricane Relief Drive that they have organized, along with S&J Exco, to bring desperately needed supplies to hurricane-stricken communities in Florida. To find out more details or make a donation online, visit https://agwaycapecod.com/hurricane-relief-recovery/ Air 10-27-24