All posts by Jim Russo

A Special Christmas Message from the Eastham Chamber

The Officers and Directors of the Eastham Chamber of Commerce wish all of the members, and our business and community friends a very special holiday season and a healthy and prosperous 2017. Board of Directors President, Darin Krum, Eastham ACE Hardware Vice President, Katrina Boucher, The Cape Cod Dog Treasurer, Trina Brown, Cape Cod Five Cents Savings  Secretary, Mic... Read More

Business News Update – October 16, 2016

There’s hardly a dull moment at this time of year. The Fall is always very busy with several major events already behind us, but we have lots more lined up to take us through until next summer (go to EVENTS). Thanks to the dynamic effort from our Member Events Chair, Katrina Boucher at The Cape Cod Dog we have most of the monthly Member Networking Events already booked. In... Read More

September Month-Long Scholarship Drive

September is the month for the Eastham Chamber Scholarship Campaign. We have raised this money several ways and are proud that over the years the Eastham Chamber has awarded tens of thousands of dollars to its Eastham students. Even more rewarding was that we have been able to increase the size of each scholarship to reflect today’s economic factors. Member Dues are nev... Read More

Business News Update – September 1, 2016

Now that you have survived the season’s start up, the sharp peaks and valleys in staffing and cash flow, and the hamster-on-a-wheel pace of July and August, you can welcome the steady and relaxed pace of the more experienced visitors that our Fall shoulder season brings. Get yourself back into circulation by attending those events that can be very beneficial in numerous wa... Read More

Business News Update August 16, 2016

Hold on, you’re rounding the corner and coming into the home stretch leading up to Labor Day. However, the season is hardly over as we are still looking forward to a busy September and October. Meanwhile, I’m planning some great events following Labor Day that you won’t want to miss; the Outer Cape Chambers Gala at Truro Vineyards on September 7, the Eastham Golf Tourn... Read More

Business News Update August 1, 2016

This year alone, Eastham has had Dr. Beach, National Geographic and THRILLIST all placing Eastham’s Coast Guard Beach at the very top of their favorite and best lists. Not to be left out of the pack, Coastal Living magazine just named Coast Guard Beach to its list of The Best Beaches in the USA.... Read More

National Geographic places Coast Guard Beach in Eastham as the #1 Family Beach in the United States

For the classic Cape Cod vacation, head to Coast Guard Beach, boundless miles of sand and surf on the Cape Cod National Seashore. Stop at the Salt Pond Visitor Center to learn about free programs, such as family campfire nights, ranger-guided nature walks, beach yoga, and surf casting lessons. Rent kayaks, surfboards, and bikes from local shops. Take a ride along the 24-mile (3... Read More

Business News Update July 16, 2016

For a sleepy little town Eastham is getting some very good press. First Dr. Beach names Coast Guard Beach as one of the Top 5 Beaches in the country. Right after that National Geographic selects Coast Guard Beach as the number one family beach in the country (see story below). And today, Eastham’s best public relations expert, Bill DeSousa-Mauk, president of DeMa Public Relat... Read More

Business News Update June 16, 2016

Are you questioning where the business is? When will the season kick in? We go through this every year; the quiet between Memorial Day and the 4th of July, with little encouraging spurts of activity that seem to ebb for longer than they rise. Don’t despair. Check your records from past seasons. Look for cost saving measures during this time that will help offset the quiete... Read More