The National Weather Service predicts it will be a day with increasing clouds, a high near 30 and west wind between 8 and 13 mph. I was predicting a Friday heatwave that would send us all to the beach, oh well. I hate the dentist - no offense to dentists, I know you are all lovely people. Like me, a lot of kids don't really like it either. To that end - there is a fun and informative puppet show about healthy teeth and a hands on program with activities to learn about dental care at Hyannis Public Library from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served and registration is required.  The Cape …

According to the National Weather Service, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 28 and northwest winds between 10 and 13 mph. It's a miracle, two days without snow and tomorrow is Friday. Yes! The Cape Cod Conservatory will be meeting new directors tonight at an invite only event at its West Barnstable Campus. These new additions are sure to tantalize our senses in the coming year. I want someone to read me a story in my PJs. But, at 6 p.m. at Centerville Library, only the Little Critters will get such a treat. Donna Clark Eager will be reading during story hour.  Who said Broadway can't…

 According to the National Weather Service, expect it to be mostly sunny, with a high near 29. It will be breezy, with a west wind between 14 and 21 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph.  Fight off the chill with FREE yoga at HYCC at 8 a.m. If you're looking for other great free events to do with the kids - check out our events today! The first steel girders for the new passenger terminal at Barnstable Municipal Airport will be erected at 2 p.m. Stop by then to see the big lift! Are you a single parent? Take advantage of a great program at Cape Cod Child Development on Pearl Street, Hyannis …

The Hyannis Water Board meets at 3:15 and a water quality RFP prelim review will be delivered, there will be a water tank update and Conservation Commission report over safety concerns will be discussed. The Barnstable Renewable Energy Commission and the Cape Light Compact are hosting a Teacher's Reception on Renewable Energy Education Materials at Cape Cod Academy from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Cape Light Compact will be telling teachers about education programs and materials it can provide for free, plus free snacks and door prizes. Not only kids can play with their food. Cape Cod Community College …

It's still warm - or what can pass for warm after freezing temps and tons of snow. The National Weather Service is forecasting it will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 40. Calm wind becoming west between 5 and 8 mph. Tonight there is a chance of rain and snow showers before 1 a.m., then snow showers. Low around 28. Southwest wind 5 to 7 mph becoming east. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.  Who doesn't like fun? Parents invited to attend the Council Meetings for the F.U.N Program, a division of the Cape Cod Child Development Program, …

Not sure what to do this weekend? Check out Patch's new weekly feature Get Out - a feature where we pick the five best Barnstable's events happening this weekend. Your weekend planned, just way easier.   Get your belly dancing on at the Senior Center with Elena Griffin, a popular belly dance instructor on Cape Cod for the past 15 years, at 10 a.m. Five Eighty Six Bistro on Main Street is hosting an art opening reception for two local artists, Matt Taylor and Sam Zimmerman, who will be displaying their oil paintings for the month of February. Event starts at 6 p.m. and free appetizers will be …

Weather today - we are almost in the clear. The National Weather Service is predicting a slight chance of snow before 10 a.m. with partly sunny skies and a high near 29. There will be a north wind between 8 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Cape Cod Young Professionals meets tonight at Embargo for its Happy Hour at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $5 for CCYP members and $10 for non-members.  There is a cash bar and free appetizers. Get your networking on and meet like-minded business professionals. Town Council meets at 7 p.m. to discuss approving a fine for violations of rules at the town's…

It is Ground Hog Day! The ground hog has not looked out his door yet, but with the National Weather Service predicting more rain, possibly mixed with sleet, becoming all rain after 8 a.m. Patchy fog before 8 a.m. High near 40. East wind 10 to 14 mph becoming northwest. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Little or no snow accumulation expected. Tonight, the chance of precipitation is 40% with little or no snow accumulation expected.  Start your morning with FREE yoga at Hyannis Youth and Community Center at 8 a.m. The class is taught by Cape Community Yoga and this class will strengthen your …

This whole snow thing is getting old. You know the drill - shovels, ice, heat, freezing pipes, slush, ice damns.... Well what is in store for Barnstable today? A measly 2 to 4 inches of snow should drop and temps will linger around 30 degrees. There will be a mix of snow and rain in the evening and things will stay cold through the night. Repeat snow, sleet and rain on Wednesday. Like I said, the ground hog is definitely going to see his shadow if he will brave coming out of his little cavern. What do you think? Tell me in the comments.  All this snow stressing you out? If it is the snow, …

It will be mostly sunny with highs in the upper 20s and there will be north winds 10 to 15 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Sounds good, right? Enjoy it because tomorrow there is an 80 percent chance of snow and sleet. Take the kids to join Ms. Pettibone in an artistic exploration of Rocket Ships at the Cape Cod Conservatory in West Barnstable from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. The workshop is open to Grades 1-5. Pre-registration suggested.  Minimum enrollment of 6 student, call ahead.  Centerville Civic Association meets tonight at 7 p.m. at the Centerville Elementary School on Bay Lane …

This event is cancelled and postponed until Feb. 9. -The Hyannis Chamber is hosting an interactive legal workshop at the JFK Museum for small business owners from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. It is $5 if you RSVP prior to the event, $10 at the door.  This event is cancelled. Take your little kickers - Preschoolers ages 3-5 - to the Osterville Bay Community Building to learn about the basics of soccer and team sports. It is $6 for a drop in class from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. This event is cancelled. - I love oldies, golden oldies. Get your fill today at the Senior Center at 1:30 p.m. The Senior Sensations …

UPDATED 3:35 P.M.I want mom! No, seriously, I really do want mom-s. At Patch want to give moms the attention they deserve and starting next week we are dedicating a corner of Barnstable-Hyannis Patch just for them. Got a great idea? Want to contribute? See the details here.  This event is postponed until next Wednesday: Have you heard of Green Drinks? It is an organization of like-minded people who are down with protecting the environment,  sustainable  ideas and wholesome goodness. It meets once a month to share an idea or topic that relates to the aforementioned qualities. The first Green …

If you don't know what to do with the kids this morning, think about popping over to the Cotuit Public Library for Children's Hour filled with stories, crafts, songs and fun. The children's librarian, Valerie Morgan welcomes parents too. The free event starts at 10:30 a.m.  Do you know what goes into a big vat of beer? Even if you do not like beer, the free brewery tour at Cape Cod Beer is still pretty cool. The tour is open to all ages, but you must be 21 to sample. Maybe take the kids and have a tiny taste or leave them at home and get out? The tour is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Cape Cod …

The National Weather Service forecasts it will be sunny, with a high near 14. Wind chill with make temperatures feel as low as -12. Northwest winds will be between 8 and 11 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. There is a 20 percent chance of snow showers after 2 a.m. Bring the kids to Cape Cod Conservatory for Mini Mondays with Ms. Pettibone. Ms. Pettibone will guide students in a creative exploration of snowmen. There is a minimum of six students, so call ahead to pre-register. A drop in class is $20. Town of Barnstable's Renewable Energy Commission meets from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the the…

Barnstable residents may see about 1 to 3 inches of snow today with freezing temps settling in this weekend. Send your snow photos, bored photos or a note to editor Jennifer Simckowitz at jennifer.simckowitz@patch.com. I want to hear from you! The teens can have a hip-hoppin' night at the Cape Cod Mall's youth night in the food court from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Cape Cod Hip Hop Dancers and Atlantic Coast Academy of Dance will perform and human service agencies from across the Cape will be on hand to give teens info. Get happy with Allen McGarry during his Acoustic Happy Hour at The Island …

Today we will be getting a touch of sun, a high near 31 degrees with winds up to 11 mph and there is a good chance of snow after 4 a.m., according to the National Weather Service.  Everyone could use a little more "Love and Romance" and artists always know how to portray it beautifully. Head to the Cape Cod Art Association from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. to get your fill of "Love and Romance" at its grand opening and awards reception. There will be wine, cheese and refreshments. The show is a juried art exhibit that will run from Jan. 20 to Feb. 21.  Put the kids in their PJs and listen to a story at …

Jazz up your resume and interviewing skills with tips from John Howitt, Chairman of the Cape Cod chapter of SCORE, during a workshop to help you build an impressive, job scoring resume and sweet interviewing skills. The free workshop starts at 10 a.m. at Marstons Mills Public Library. Bring a copy of your resume. Cruise over to Cotuit Center for the Arts at 6 p.m. for its wine and music Wednesday. The Beach Plums are playing an "all-you-can-eat buffet of acoustic folk, newgrass, sixties pop and original works" and enjoy the art of So Big!.  Join the Hyannis Area Chamber of Commerce for its …

Take the kids to KlubKidz Playgroup and let them run wild from at 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Hyannis Youth and Community Center.  The West Barnstable Civic Association meets at 6:30 p.m. at the West Barnstable Community Building to discuss zoning changes and village Nstar expansion. Nstar will be giving another presentation about its plans. Is there a better way to cure the winter chills than with a nice glass of red wine in front of a toasty fire? Sample red wines tonight at The Barnstable Restaurant and Tavern where The Wine List will present five "Big Reds" with food pairings. The event …

Shift Conscious Clothing is hosting a Organic Chocolate Truffle Tasting with Chef Paul. The event is likely to sell out like last year. RSPV by calling 508-775-2652. The event starts at 6 p.m. and is $10.  So Big! is not your typical sailboat, lighthouse and beach painting art exhibit. Although we love all of those things - we do live on Cape Cod - it is nice to find an exhibit that features a variety of styles, subject matter and mediums. So Big! is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, and every weekday, at the Cotuit Center for the Arts. This weekend is The International Junior Hockey League …

Aging In Place Cape Cod is hosting a free reverse mortgage workshop at Marstons Mills Public Library at 10:30 a.m. for homeowners older than 62. It will help homeowners understand home equity and its best uses depending on lifestyle.  "The Hollow" by Agatha Christie and directed by Christie Morris opens tonight at the Barnstable Comedy Club. The show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $16 and $14 students and seniors. Be on the lookout for Patch's review on Saturday! Tonight is the Barnstable High School Girls Skate Night. It is the team's sixth annual skate night at Hyannis Youth and Community…