In this episode of Spectrum, Kevin Matthews is joined by Jo-Ellen Erickson, co-founder of the local organization, Witches On The Water. They will talk about the inspiration behind the founding of the group and discuss the 4th Annual Witches On The Water Costumed Paddle Event happening on Saturday, October 5th at Oyster Pond in Chatham For more details visit, https://witchesonthewater.org/ AIR 9-29-24

Kevin Matthews is joined by the director of the Barnstable Council on Aging, Kelly Howley to talk about the 3rd Annual Community Safety Day, happening Wednesday, September 25th at the Barnstable Adult Community Center on Rt.28 in Hyannis! Find out more at: https://www.capecod.gov/2024/09/17/join-us-for-the-3rd-annual-barnstable-adult-community-safety-day/ Air 9-22-24

Kevin Matthews welcomes Ron Hennemuth, one of the key organizers of the 2nd Annual 5K For The Children event happening on Saturday, September 28th in Harwich Port! Proceeds from the event benefit both St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital and the Shriners Hospitals for Children. To find out more, visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/HarwichPort/5KFortheChildren Air 9-22-24

Kevin Matthews welcomes the executive director of the Cape Cod Commission, Kristy Senatori to Spectrum. They will talk about the 2024 One Cape Summit, happening Wednesday and Thursday, September 18th & the 19th at the Wychmere Beach Club in Harwich. Kristy will also give a quick refresher about what exactly the Cape Cod Commission is and what its key responsibilities are in ensuring a vibrant & sustainable future for Cape Cod. Find out more https://www.capecodcommission.org/ Air: 9-15-24

Kevin Matthews speaks with Melanie Braverman, the co-founder, cultural director and executive coordinator of the Alzheimer's Family Support Center, about the organization, which has been a beacon of hope and support for families who are navigating the challenges of Alzheimer's and other dementia-related disease. They'll also talk about the 10th Annual Walk For Alzheimer's coming up on Sunday, October 13th. For more information, visit https://www.alzfamilysupport.org/ Air: 9-15-24

Kevin Matthews welcomes Rich Taber to Spectrum. He is the vice president of an organization called, Descendants Of Whaling Masters, which consists of members worldwide that hold a connection to the history of the Whaling Era. Next weekend, (September 13-15), they'll celebrate their 50th anniversary with a big celebration, including a dramatic reading of the book, "Whaling Letters". For more details, visit:https://www.whalingmasters.org/

Kevin Matthews welcomes Sheldon Stewart, owner of Stewart Painting, to talk about their Stewart Paints It Forward campaign for 2024, where you can nominate a deserving veteran to receive painting, a house wash and carpentry services completely free of charge! Get more details, and nominate a deserving veteran you know now, at: https://www.stewartpaint.com/stewart-paints-it-forward-2024/ Air: 9-8-24

Kevin Matthews welcomes Habitat For Humanity Cape Cod's Director of Resource Development, Tara Cronin, for a great discussion on the organization's mission, how property for their builds is acquired and how each family who receives a home is chosen. They'll also talk about their upcoming fundraiser, the 7th Annual Ride For Homes event, happening on Sunday, September 16th. Find out more at habitatcapecod.org.

Kevin Matthews talks with Karen & Jamie Pina, co-founders of ROAR, the Ride For Opioid Addiction Recovery. Karen & Jamie share their personal story about what motivated them to get involved with the cause of opioid addiction. And they'll also talk about their annual Ride For Opioid Addiction Recovery happening next Sunday, September 8th. Find out more about ROAR at roarcapecod.com.