On Sunday, 12/09/18 Old Stone Dock members marched in the Falmouth Christmas Parade. Members Jay Thayer, Kevin Doyle and Paul Smith proudly walked behind the banner and waved to parade goers along the way (see feature picture).

The Annual after the Parade Holiday Party hosted by OSD members Dorie and Greg Ketterer took place at ShoreWay Acres Inn from 2 to 4 p.m.  It was attended by over 100 members and guests including several public officials.   There was a delicious buffet enjoyed by all.

Cindy Lehtinen, Bob Lehtinen and Jennifer McGovern welcomed guests at the registration table. The children enjoyed face painting by OSDA member Kathy Hall and gingerbread house decorating sponsored by OSDA members Dorie & Greg Ketterer of ShoreWay Acres. Liz Saunders and Ted Jellinek Duo entertained the guests with popular tunes and Christmas favorites.

The Old Stone Dock Logo Wear table was manned by Steve Saunders and Terry Saunders and included new winter caps. Other items included pink caps and green caps, T-shirts, sweatshirts, canvas bags, etchings of the dock and Old Stone Dock note cards.

Jay Thayer reviewed the association’s accomplishments this past year, introduced the officers and board of directors and asked new members to stand be recognized. Town Manager Julian Suso, Police Chief Edward Dunn and Deputy DPW Director Peter McConarty each addressed the crowd.

Committee Members Pat Keck, Polly Thayer and Terry Saunders solicited the Falmouth Village Business in November and they were extremely generous in providing door prizes for our guests.  Below is a list of the donors and recipients.  This list of local business as well as others who assist us throughout the year can be found on the OSDA Events Page under “Local Business Supporters”. Please be sure to shop or eat at these fine establishments and thank them for their assistance in making this year’s event so special.

Falmouth Village & Others
Address
2018 Gifts
Recipient

Anejo Mexican Bistro
188 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Sandy Smith

Atlantic Dry Goods
104 Palmer Ave
Spice Jar – add liquor
Anne Prior

Bean & Cod
145 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Kate Harding

Ben & Bills Chocolate
209 Main Street
Kids- Gift Certificate
Michael Butler

Caline for Kids
149 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Stephanie Suso

Celebrations of Cape Cod
210 Main Street
Kids- Coggy Brain Teasers
Celia Scharmer

Celebrations of Cape Cod
210 Main Street
Kids- Elf on Shelf Kit
Eliza Scharmer

Celebrations of Cape Cod
210 Main Street
Kids- Holiday Flashing Necklaces
Jay Barrass

Celebrations of Cape Cod
210 Main Street
Kids – Holiday Flashing Necklaces
Anna Wilson

Celebrations of Cape Cod
210 Main Street
Kids- Unicorn String Art
Suzanna Butler

Country Fare Restaurant
319 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Maureen Sullivan

Cup Cake Charlies
153 Main Street
Gift Cert – 6 cupcakes
Grace Rakeman

Eastman’s Ace Hardware
150 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Lorraine Fox

Eight Cousins Books
189 Main Street
Kids- Gift Certificate
Lily Hopewood

Falmouth Chamber
20 Academy Lane
Falmouth Beach Towel
Betsy Jackson

Falmouth Jewelry Shop
225 Main Street
Sterling Silver CC Necklace
Cindy McConarty

Ghelfi’s Candies & Ice Cream
228 Main Street
Chocolates
Kathleen Dunn

Green Eyed Daisy
199 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Kathleen Doyle

Hannoush Jewelers
352 Main Street #2
Alex & Ani Gold Puzzle Bracelet
Denise Reed

Hannoush Jewelers
352 Main Street #2
Alex & Ani Silver Dove Bracelet
Pat Keck

Harvest of Barnstable
261 Main Street
Sparkle Tree
Brian Doyle

Highfield Hall & Gardens
Highfield Drive
Annual Membership-Advocate
Jim Crossen

Howlingbird Studio
91 Palmer Ave
Gift Certificate
Ann Tolkoff

John’s Shoe Store
141 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Jim Fox

La Cucina sul Mare
237 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Kate Cary

Liam Maguire’s Irish Pub
273 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Ginny Pimentel

Livin’ EZ Casual Wear
226 Main Street
Falmouth Sweatshirt
Robert Pritchard

Maison Villatte Boulangere
267 Main Street
Food Gift Basket
Amy Herlihy

Martha’s Restaurant
281 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Steve Saunders

Martha’s Restaurant
281 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Jen Rakeman

Molly’s Tea Room
227 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Ed Rakeman

Old Stone Dock Association
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Gift Certificate
Pat Doyle

Port Cargo
156 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Cindy Lehtinen

Puritan Clothing Cape Cod
199 Main Street
Gift Certificate
Kevin Doyle

Ryans Amusement Center
23 Town Hall Sq
Kids- Gift Certificate
Shane Harding

Settings – Home Décor
143 Main Street
Canvas Cutlery Holders – 10
Christine Marguerite

Settings – Home Décor
143 Main Street
Canvas Cutlery Holders – 10
Brenda Campanelli

Settings – Home Décor
143 Main Street
Canvas Cutlery Holders – 10
Sharon Butler

Settings – Home Décor
143 Main Street
Canvas […]

The OSDA Annual Meeting was held at Beach Breeze Inn on Sunday, 09/09/18 at 3:00 p.m. OSD President Jay Thayer, Committee Member Polly Thayer and Board of Director Steve Saunders covered the tables and set up the chairs before the event.  Polly Thayer (a garden club member in her home town) grew many of the flowers in the arrangements she put together that were placed on all of the tables.  Treasurer Bob Lehtinen and Secretary Cindy Lehtinen manned the registration table checking in guests.  Membership Chair and Board of Director Rebecca Bevilacqua greeted guests.  Polly Thayer greeted members as they made out their name tags.  Steve Saunders and Board of Director Terry Saunders manned the OSD Logo wear table.  Past President Kevin Doyle directed parking.

Although it was a bit cool, we can always be thankful it didn’t rain. The bar was open and hot coffee and tea was available.  Our meal included pulled pork and chicken / ziti / broccoli with sides and was followed by ice cream sundaes.

The day’s program included Jay Thayer welcoming members and invited guests. Officials that addressed the membership included Town Manager Julian Suso, Deputy Fire Chief Scott Thrasher and Peter McConarty Deputy Director of Public Works.  Past President Kevin Doyle thanked host Don Filiault for allowing the OSDA to hold their summer meeting on their lawn for many years.  Karen Rinaldo presented a birthday cake to Don.   Jay highlighted some of the past years events (see full list below and full stories on the OSD web site).

Terry Saunders spoke about the Tuition Assistance Presentation that was made at the August 14, 2018 Board Meeting where 6 worthy recipients each received $500. Funds come from both the membership annual dues, additional donations members made and the generous contribution received from New England Endurance Events as a thank you to the members that provided Traffic Control Services the morning of the Triathlon.

Jay introduced the officers and Board Members in attendance including: Treasurer Bob Lehtinen and Secretary Cindy Lehtinen.  Past Presidents:  Kevin Doyle, Jim Crossen and Jim Fox.  Board Members:  Rebecca Bevilacqua, Anne Prior, Steve Saunders, Terry Saunders and Paul Smith.  Not in attendance were Board Members Jack Driscoll, Mike Herlihy, Dorie Ketterer and Rocco Maffei.

Jay thanked everyone for their attendance, announced the ice cream sundae station was open and closed the meeting.

Many thanks to the following

Beach Breeze Inn – Hosts Don Filiault and Walt Sullivan
Eat Your Heart Out Caterers – Sean Dailey
Smitty’s Ice Cream – Richard Smith
Tony at Murphy’s Liquor – Beverages
The Charlie Jamieson Duo – music
Sheriff’s Department – Tent’s, tables and chairs

Prepared by Terry Saunders

OLD STONE DOCK ASSOCIATION
President’s 2018 Annual Report,  Jay K. Thayer

Highlights of activities since the last Annual Meeting:

Ellen T. Mitchell Bathhouse:  OSDA members continue to donate the cost of the flower boxes as tributes to their families.  In 2018, the Thayer family donated the flowers in remembrance of loved ones.

Surf Drive Beach Clean Up: Terry Saunders organized the annual event in June with 25 members participating.  A cookout at Jay and Polly Thayer’s home capped it off.  Thanks all who helped make the beach and roads ready for the summer season!

Website / Email: The main communication for OSDA continues to be via email and our website.  It is administered by Terry Saunders and is effective, efficient and current.  We need your up to date contact information to succeed.  If you are not receiving our emails or have changed your address, please drop us an email at info@oldstonedock.com. Please check out www.oldstonedock.com for neighborhood items of interest and links to Falmouth activities.

Tuition Assistance Program: Terry Saunders also coordinates our tuition assistance program for relatives of members […]

Tuesday, August 7 th  dawned as another of the wonderful summer days we’ve enjoyed!  What better time for Old Stone Dock Association’s annual Beach Staff Appreciation Breakfast at Surf Drive Beach. Bagels, munchkins, yogurts, juices, etc. were enjoyed as well as camaraderie. Town manager, Julian Suso attended and along with OSDA President Jay Thayer and I expressed thanks to them for being “the faces of Falmouth” to tourists. We received many thanks from the kids as they left for their beaches. It’s something they always enjoy and something we enjoy doing for them.

Anne Prior, Committee Chair – Beach Staff Appreciation Breakfast

Other OSD Members in attendance and in the feature picture were (L to R) Mike Herlihy, Paul Smith, Anne Prior, Kevin Doyle, Polly Thayer, Jim Fox, Steve Saunders and Jay Thayer.

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On Sunday, 08/12/18 Bruce Mogardo, Beach Superintendent e-mailed OSDA President Jay Thayer.  He stated:

The Beach Department and all of its staff wish to thank the Old Stone Dock Association and Ms. Margie Mitchell for your kindness in hosting the staff appreciation breakfast. It is always a pleasure to work with such a generous and dedicated group of individuals. Please call or stop by if we may be of any assistance to help the OSDA reach their goals.

The Falmouth Triathlon took place on Sunday, 07/15/18 at Surf Drive Beach. New England Endurance Events, the sponsor is located on Cape Cod, and is fully immersed in the Southeastern Massachusetts triathlon and running communities.  Their management and staff are all current athletes.  Our contact was Kathleen Walker who is a seasoned triathlete, a USA Triathlon certified race director and a Red Cross certified lifeguard. She has been active in triathlon event production since 2003 for races both on and off Cape.

The course is unique for its 600 yards (1/3 mile ~) warm salt-water swim, an 8.5 mile scenic bike ride that climbs to the majestic Nobska Point Light, and a 5k (3.1 mile) run alongside Surf Drive Beach. Participants were notified that there will be NO parking at race site OR on Falmouth’s Main Street. Primary parking sites were the Mullen School, Lawrence School and Falmouth Marine Park (all less than one mile from venue).  All competitors received an athlete’s guide prior to the event with essential parking information. Additionally, police and staff were posted at all entrances to the race venue, blocking access by vehicles and directing participants to approved parking lots.  Cooperation by all is critical to the continued approval of this event by the town.

The Old Stone Dock Association was called upon to assist with traffic control. Old Stone Dock volunteers were at their posts from 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and their assignments are listed below.

Locust / Mill: Paul & Sarah Bechta and Polly & Jay Thayer
Main / Walker: Mike Herlihy, Ed Jackson & Rocco Maffei
Main / Library Lane: David Colacicco
Main / Katherine Lee Bates: Steve Saunders
Main / Shore: Greg Mills and Jack Driscoll, Falmouth Police Officer
Surf Drive / Walker & Mill: Sheriff Department Officers
Roving Bike Photographer: Terry Saunders