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The Caper – April 2026 Edition

Well… March did what March always does—gave us just enough nice days to make us believe spring is here, followed immediately by weather that says, “absolutely not.” Between the snow, sleet, and the annual Cape-wide debate of “Do I put the snow shovel away or not?”, it’s safe to say March kept things interesting. Despite Mother Nature’s identity crisis, the community didn’t slow down much (we never really do). Behind the scenes—and sometimes very much in front of them—the gears of community kept turning.

In Thor’s Presidential message, he reminds everyone about the upcoming CSCIA Quarterly Meeting being held on April 28th at 7:30pm at the clubhouse. At the meeting, the board will be discussing the Restoration Project concepts first introduced at the March 5th presentation. The restoration work being discussed is part of a long term effort to improve shoreline stability, environmental resilience, and stormwater management across several important locations in the Cape. He also begins his new segment in his message called Volunteer Spotlight. Volunteers are the backbone of the community and Thor plans on celebrating monthly those who contribute the quietest. This month he talks about Jimmy Lamb and highlights everything he does for the community on page 11.

The Town Manager’s message also reminds us about the upcoming meeting in April and also mentions those 2026 Maintenance fees that were due in March. Expect those passes to be mailed soon so keep an eye on those mailboxes.

In community news, the Garden Club is in the process of driving around and picking this year’s first winner of YARD OF THE MONTH. Also, starting on April 1st, you can start to pre-order trees, shrubs, and hanging baskets online at their store. They will also have blueberries, hydrangeas, gardenias …. whew… the list goes on and on. In addition they have t-shirt and sticker designs for you to purchase as well. Mark your calendar for their Annual Plant Sale coming on Saturday May 2nd from 8am to 2pm at the clubhouse field. More information on the Garden’s Club’s very busy April and May can be found on page 6 & 7.

Cape Conservation Corps has a jam packed schedule coming up. On April 1st they have an open house from 6-7pm and a raptor speaker event from 7-8pm at the clubhouse. April 22nd from 5-9pm is their Broadneck Grill fundraiser where 10% will go to CCC. On May 2nd from 9am – 12pm is their Free Native Shrub swap pickup… see details on page 8 for more details. On page 9, CCC has their Application for College Scholarship where they are offering one $1,000 scholarship for the school year

Not to be outdone, Goshen Farm is hosting monthly classes – in April, they are doing Hoop House & Hydroponics on Saturday April 11th, from 10am – 11:30am. In addition, on May 2nd from 10am to 2pm, they are hosting BHS Family day at Goshen Farm. See page 10 for more details.

BOOM – it’s that time of year!!! The Cape St. Claire Strawberry Festival will be held on June 6th 2026. If you’ve never experienced this great event, now is your chance. Check out page 12 or their website for all of the details on this annual community tradition. Page 15 has the signup form you will need to enter yourself in the parade so be sure to grab that if you’re interested.

Let’s get out there and enjoy the weather – enjoy the community and each other. Happy Spring time everyone. See you around the Cape.