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🌱 Patch AM: Want stunning night shots of Surf Drive and Nobska from Falmouth?

Be sure to catch Giant Rally to Keep our Gun Law on the Falmouth Patch calendar

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Cheers Falmouth! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Want stunning night shots of Surf Drive and Nobska from Falmouth?
  • Which big Falmouth rivalries are on this fall's schedule?
  • How a Falmouth beach retreat is empowering young women with ALS

Also on today's calendar: Giant Rally to Keep our Gun Law and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Humid; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 75 and low of 71 degrees.
  • Thursday: An a.m. shower; windy, humid, temps: high: 77, low: 62.
  • Friday: Breezy in the morning; sunny, with a high of 76 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Night Photography Made Easy: Cape Cod to Cambria (fstoppers.com) — If you've ever admired Surf Drive's stilt houses or Nobska Light after dark, this guide shows how easy it is to photograph them at night. The author walks through specific Falmouth spots like Woods Hole and Surf Drive, sharing simple camera settings and access tips so locals can capture moonlit water, lighthouses, and even the Milky Way with minimal gear.
   

2. 2026 Cape and Islands Fall High School Sports Schedule (capecodtimes.com) — Falmouth sports fans can track a full slate of 2026 Cape and Islands fall high school games, including many matchups hosted right in town and nearby. The schedule covers football, soccer, volleyball, golf, and cross-country, with frequent rivalries against Barnstable, Dennis-Yarmouth, Nauset, Nantucket, and Martha's Vineyard, helping families and students plan which contests to attend throughout the season.
   

3. Young women with ALS find strength, friendship at Falmouth retreat (capecodtimes.com) — A multi-day Her ALS Story retreat brought about 40 young women with ALS and 60 caregivers to the Sea Crest Beach Hotel in Falmouth, creating a rare space for connection and support. Local resident Mary Lindberg joined attendees from across the country to honor founder Leah Stavenhagen and share practical, everyday coping strategies while enjoying Buzzards Bay and Falmouth's shoreline.
   

4. Sunrise Reflections & More From Main Street Falmouth (capecodwave.com) — Early risers on Main Street in Falmouth were treated to glowing orange and pink clouds reflecting off storefront windows and even power lines at sunrise. A local photographer wandered the street capturing these quiet morning moments, and invites residents to explore more Falmouth and Cape Cod scenes through Cape Cod Wave's online photo galleries.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Next Upper Cape Camera Club Meeting Wednesday September 9th —Michael Klehm Read on Patch
  • I'm very happy with the paintings I own by Charlie.
    His artwork is beautiful, unique, and really stands out. He is a very talented artist, and it's exciting to see him being recognized for his work… (Nextdoor Palmer and Gifford)
  • Carpentry & Finish Carpentry Services
    We specialize in: • Finish carpentry and trim work • Deck construction and repairs • Window and door installation • Framing and general carpentry •… (Nextdoor Palmer and Gifford)
  • Elwyn posted a job opening for Unit Coordinator in Falmouth. Apply here.
  • Falmouth Public Schools posted a job opening for Food Service Worker in Falmouth. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Falmouth here.

Ok Falmouth! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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