10 DIY Family Vacation Summer Games

  Ready to take on your family in these new summer favorites?           It’s finally warm enough to put away the monopoly and video games and take your favorite family competition outside. From supersized childhood favorites to new simple setups, this list of easy DIY games will take your family's summer vacation to the next level!       Tired of your own backyard? Cape Cod has dozens and dozens of beautiful outdoor locations to set up your games, like your favorite beach or in the park. Your friends at Nichole Willey & Team want to make sure you have the most memorable summer yet here on Cape Cod. Make sure to tag us on Facebook when you post the winners of your next family game night!       Beach Tic-Tac-Toe           All you need is your family and sea shells on the beach, for this classic game on your Cape Cod summer vacation.       DIY Mini Water Blob           Who wouldn't wanna sun bathe on their own personal lily pad? Set the kids up for all-day water fun easy DIY mini water blob! Get directions HERE       Spray Paint Twister           This simple setup takes a family classic outside! All you need is a 6x4 grid of multi-colored circles (we recommend using a chalk spray that washes off easily), then just like the classic, twist and turn to see who your family twister champion is wherever you want!       Bottle Ring Toss           An oldie but a goodie! With the kid's favorite colors and stickers, you can customize this classic any way the family wants and take it anywhere. Learn how to play HERE       Giant Rainbow Jenga           This makes traditional table-top Jenga look lame! Make your family Jenga competitions bright and supersized this summer! Get instructions HERE       Sand Angel Contest           Mom don't freak out! We know sand gets everywhere, but we promise this memory will be worth it. Go to your favorite Cape Cod beach spot and see who makes the best sand angel, winners get ice cream!                   Giant Outdoor Kerplunk           Forgot about this one? We know, we did too! With just a few tools and a quick set-up, your family could spend all day outside playing this new generational classic. Get directions HERE       Glow in the Dark Water Bottle Bowling           Light up the night with a new take on bowling! With just a few materials and you will have hours of fun wherever you and the kids want to set up. Get instructions HERE       Boat Race           See who wears the captain's hat in the family with an all-day floating boat race tournament! Get set-up instructions HERE       Cape Cod Scavenger Hunt           We've saved the best for last! This game can truly be played by kids of all ages. Use this to take the family on an adventure and mark your spots when you find these Cape Cod icons. First person to spot them all wins!       We hope this list of family fun inspires you to get creative this summer. Still looking for a summer family vacation spot? Sea Shore Cape Cod Summer Rentals can help you find the perfect Cape Cod home for your family to play outside all day.       View open availability at Sea Shore Cape Cod Summer Rentals                    

2022 Cape Cod Memorial Day Weekend Events Guide

              Memorial Day weekend is not only the official kickoff to the “summer" season here on Cape Cod, but also an excellent opportunity to honor the soldiers that have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We would not be able to get outside and enjoy all the spectacular things Cape Cod has to offer without their dedication, their service, and their sacrifice.       Whether you choose to celebrate with a cookout in the backyard or by attending a remembrance ceremony, however you choose to observe this Memorial Day weekend 2022, Nichole Willey & Team wants to help you make the most of the 2022 Summer season kick off. We put together a full guide to all of this year’s family fun on Cape Cod. Let us know which event you will be attending and maybe we will see you there!       Upper Cape Memorial Day Events           Memorial Day Weekend Block Party: Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial kick off to the summer season! Join us on Saturday May 28th from 11AM – 5PM for our annual MDW Block Party to celebrate!       Bourne Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony: Visit historic Bourne Town Hall and join Bourne American Legion Post 230 Commander Don Dastous, Bourne officials, veterans, military families, and grateful citizens as we honor and remember the fallen sons and daughters who wore the cloth of our Nation on Memorial Day.   Memorial Day 2022 Flag placement at VA National Cemetery Bourne MA: Flags for Vets will again be honoring our beloved veterans by placing over 77,000 flags at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne for Memorial Day on Saturday, May 28     Sandwich Memorial Day Rememberance Ceremony: Visit the beautiful Sandwich Public Library and join Clark-Haddad American Legion Post 188 Commander Ray Tourville, Sandwich Officials, veterans, military families, and grateful citizens as we honor and remember the fallen sons and daughters who wore the cloth of our Nation on Memorial Day.       Falmouth Memorial Day Ceremony: The Falmouth Veterans’ Council and Department of Veterans’ Services cordially invite you to attend the annual Memorial Day ceremony.   Guest Speaker: Commander Kevin Brown – U.S. Coast Guard. Retired veterans are invited to walk in the procession at 9:45 a.m. from the Falmouth Village Green to the ceremony in front of the Falmouth Public Library.       Mashpee Memorial Day Ceremony: Please join us as we honor, and pay tribute to, our fallen heroes on Monday, May 30th. The ceremony will take place beginning at 10 am at the Mashpee Community Park, 13 Great Neck Road North.                   Mid Cape Memorial Day Events           Hyannis CapeFLYER~Troops in the Spotlight: All Veterans /Active Military and a guest are invited to join us on May 29th, the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend for FREE round-trip transportation from Boston's South Station and all CapeFLYER stops along the route to the Hyannis Transportation Center where shuttles will be waiting to take you to the 18th Annual Troops in the Spotlight.       Barnstable Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony: Visit the historic Monument Square in Centerville Master of Ceremonies Steve Luciani, Barnstable officials, veterans, military families, and grateful citizens as we honor and remember the fallen sons and daughters who wore the cloth of our Nation on Memorial Day.       51st Figawi Race Weekend: Competitive racing is on and better than ever with 2 days on the water. Friday May 27, kickoff event and registration will be held at Hyannis Yacht Club. Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29, 2 days of racing on Nantucket Sound with the starting area and finishing area off the Hyannisport Jetty. There will be award ceremonies, Figawi events around the Hyannis waterfront, great racing, the official kickoff of the J. David Crawford High School Sailing Invitational and best of all, the camaraderie that only Figwi can bring!       Yarmouth Friday Club Memorial Day Bake Sale: The Friday Club is a women's organization founded in 1901 dedicated to fundraising for local Cape Cod charities.The annual Friday Club Memorial Day Bake sale will be held Saturday, May 28 from 10:00 AM until sold out. We are baking pies, cookies, tea breads, muffins, bars, and assorted sweet treats to be enjoyed at your weekend celebrations. All proceeds from this sale will be donated.       Lower Cape Memorial Day Events           Town of Chatham Memorial Day Ceremony: Dedication of the American Revolutionary War Memorial is scheduled for Memorial Day at 11AM in Chase Park below the Godfrey Windmill. As a part the Memorial service at the Community Center at 10AM, Colonel Godfrey will tell the assembled crowds about the dedication. He will lead those interested in attending through Town accompanied by a fife and drum:(we hope) to Chase Park     Brewster Memorial Day Ceremony: The Brewster Memorial Day Celebration will take place on Monday, May 30, 2022. At 12 noon, Town members, Honor Guards, School Bands, and Veterans will convene at the Brewster Council of Aging for a short ceremony.       The Islands           Vineyard Artisans Memorial Day Festival at the Grange Hall: The only art show on Martha’s Vineyard exclusively featuring All Island Artisans with hand made fine furniture, sculpture, clothing, fine art one of a kind jewelry, fine ceramics, and so much more.       Nantucket Memorial Day Parade: Hosted by Highland Light Scottish Pipe Band Sun May 29 2022 at 01:00 pm       LUNAFEST 2022 Nantucket: A traveling film festival dedicated to championing women filmmakers, while bringing people and perspectives together within communities.       Is the whole family hoping to come to the Cape this memorial day weekend and you need a place to stay? Nichole Willey & Team works hand in hand with our sister company Sea Shore Cape Cod Summer Rentals which now has open availability across the Cape & Islands. Let us help you find the perfect rental home for your entire family this memorial day weekend! To view Sea Shore Cape Cod Summer rentals available on Memorial Day weekend visit www.seashorerentalscapecod.com/                

Selling Your Home In Spring: Stats & Tips

  How to use the seasons to your advantage and see higher offers on your home!           Every season provides opportunities to highlight different aspects of your home. While some seasons are considered better for selling than others, it all depends on your home and its location. There is no wrong season for selling—seasonal benefits and drawbacks exist year-round. Even simple staging can assist in selling your home, no matter the weather. Staging   a home is known to increase offers between 1–10% regardless of the season. Use this guide to help you prepare your home for success this Spring.       Spring Pricing           Spring is widely considered the best season to sell a home. The median sales price in Barnstable County, MA last month in April was $725,000, which is up 16% since March. Now is the time to take advantage of the longer days and get the maximum value for your home. The first two weeks of May yield the most home sales at the most competitive prices. Homes sell an average of 18 days faster in May than in any other month, and for at least 6% more money. Homes sold in June typically close over 9% above market value.       Spring Staging           The benefits of selling a home in spring include warmer weather, later sunsets, and heightened curb appeal. Spring has its drawback too, with unpredictable weather and fierce competition. Sellers in triple-digit-heat areas may be better off waiting for cooler months, while those looking to sell a fixer-upper may find it difficult with so much competition. Tips for Staging a House in Spring:   Liven up the home with fresh flowers and greenery. Stage outdoor furniture and highlight patio areas. Add a floral wreath to your front door to increase curb appeal. Paint walls in soft, bright springtime colors that complement existing features Brighten dark walls up with crisp white décor. Fill planters or garden bedding with colorful flowers             Take advantage of seasonal trends to plan ahead and sell any time of year. If you have questions about selling or staging your home, reach out to your friends at the Nichole Willey & Team! I’m always happy to help with expert tips and advice.        

Cape Cod Mothers Day Events 2022

  Make new treasured memories with the mom in your life with our list of the best Cape Cod Mothers Day events 2022!       Spring has sprung here on Cape Cod and it’s now that special time of year when we get to celebrate all the amazing mother figures in our lives! Whether mom prefers a classy wine-tasting by the ocean or a peaceful outdoor yoga session, if you are trying to plan a Mother's day no one will forget, don’t wait any longer! Here are some of the best ways to celebrate your mom and indulge in the best Cape Cod has to offer this weekend. Take a look!       Bridgerton Mothers Day Luncheon           Dine like Lady Bridgerton and enjoy A beautiful tea party luncheon menu created by Eat Your Heart Out Catering at the Cape Cod Winery.       Little Palm Picnics & Events           Bathe in the sun on your personal luxury picnic, delicately decorated with fresh-cut seasonal flowers while enjoying charcuterie wherever you choose to set up!       Mothers Day Brunch Train           Treat her to a Mother’s Day Brunch aboard the Cape Cod Central Railroad. enjoy a delicious brunch while you travel through the serene beauty of the Cape’s salt marshes, and along the famous Cape Cod Canal.       Cape Cod Canal Mothers Day 10K           Go new distances with your mom at the 2022 Cape Cod Canal Mother’s Day 10K. The race will start and finish at the Bourne Scenic Park, it is an out and back with a turnaround point at 5k just shy of the Sagamore Bridge.       Mothers Day Wine Pairing           Hosted at the Harvest Gallery Wine Bar Enjoy wine, beer, cocktails, and delicious food surrounded by beautiful art and lots of local colors while listening to funky live music.       Mothers Day Flow           Hosted by Burkes Alewerks Mother's Day to yoga and beer! Enjoy a 60-minute vinyasa-style yoga practice led by Kim Howard and then reward yourself with a delicious Burke's brew.               If you’re considering bringing your family closer together this year with a move to the Cape, let us help you find the perfect home right down the road. From everyone here at Nichole Willey & Team, we wish you and your family a wonderful Mother’s Day.       For a list of all the Open Houses near you, available for tours this weekend   Email nicholewilley@kw.com or Text (508)-737-3567