Author: cscia
The Caper – September 2025
September is knocking on our door. Judging from the cool temps, you’d think it was late September already. It was a weird weather summer everyone. You know what September means … it is that magical time when the air says “fall,” your thermostat says “still summer,” and the pumpkin-spice economy opens up. School’s back, alarms are cruel again (sorry Teachers!), and backpacks remain suspiciously larger than the humans carrying them—so please take it slow around our bus stops and crosswalks. (Yes, that was also a friendly nudge from Jerome this month.) [see page 1]
Speaking of Jerome, in his Presidential Perspective message please drive carefully, budget season is underway and the shoreline work is top of mind. Don’t miss out onit this month.
Frank Tewey, The Town Manager, wraps summer with gratitude for our Beach Ambassadors and a timely yard-waste refresher (paper bags or marked rigid containers; no plastic; bundles <4′ and <4″ diameter; ≤40 lbs; collected year-round). [see page 3]
In community news, Goshen Farm’s Wine Down at the Farm was a sell-out—thanks to many local sponsors. Last FREE Summer Concert is Fri, Sep 5 with 24 Karat & Laura Brino (6:30–8:30 p.m.). [see page 7]
Cape Garden Club: Congratulations to July & August Yard of the Month winners! Meetings resume Tue, Sep 2, 7:30pm at the clubhouse; They will be going to Winterthur House & Garden on a bus trip on Saturday September 27th. There will be a 9am departure and a 7pm return. [see page 6]
Cape Conservation Corps’s Fall Native Plant Fest & Sale will be held on Saturday, Sep 20, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., field behind the clubhouse (1223 River Bay Rd). There’s a great lineup of plants here: milkweed, goldenrod, asters, beautyberry, witch hazel, oakleaf hydrangea, sedges, grasses, ferns, and more—low prices and expert advice on site. [see page 8]
It would be the September issue without the information for HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS on Saturday October 18th from 10am to 3pm at the clubhouse field. Admission to the event requires $6.00 per child. The registration information is on page 9! It’s a MUST do event with the kids!
Trick or treating will be held at the Cape St. Claire Shopping Center on Thursday October 23rd from 5:30 to 6:30pm (or until the candy is gone) Don’t miss this fun event!
See you around the Cape!
The Caper – July/August 2025 Edition
The 2025 Summer here in Maryland has really turned out to by a real stinker by Mother Nature. It’s either absurdly hot and humid or pouring buckets. I haven’t figured out which one is worse. Should we take a vote? Either way, the fact that the July/August Caper edition is now in your hands, that tells me that summer has reached its apex and is now on the way out of here. You either love or hate summer – I’m more in the 2nd camp on that one but I digress.
Speaking of which, this Caper is coming in hot. It’s full of the goodness you would expect from a double issue. Jerome waxes poetic, once again, about Independence Day, patriotism, and the glory of neighborhood beach strolls. He reminds us Cape St. Claire was basically born on Flag Day (June 14, 1949), which feels incredibly on-brand. Community pride runs high, and there’s even a shout-out to the local beach attendants. Be nice to them — for many, it’s their first job.
Frank Tewey, in his Town Manager message, has become the Cape’s hype man for activities. Strawberry Festival? A sticky, sweet success. July 4th? Red, white, and booming! He also reminds residents that Cape is more than just water access — it’s a lifestyle. You can fish, boat, hike, garden, or join 37 community orgs, each more charmingly specific than the last.
In Community news, Goshen Farm is throwing summer concerts and a “Wine Down at the Farm” event (come for the wine, stay for the Cold Brew 42 cover band). Also, turns out some of the farm’s former residents were part of the Underground Railroad. Cape’s got deep roots and deeper meaning.
Cape Conservation Corps are waging an all-out war against bushkiller vine (yes, that’s a real thing) and inviting you to join the “Mosquito Bucket Challenge.” It involves buckets, bacteria, and zero room for standing water. Meanwhile, the Garden Club is giving out Yard of the Month awards and planning a Secret Garden Tour that ends with a potluck BBQ. If there’s a more wholesome sentence than that, we haven’t found it.
This issue also shows off the two biggest events of the year – the Strawberry Festival and our July 4th parade and activities. Strawberry Festival and 4th of July photo spreads include hot dogs, tiaras (on both kids and dogs), patriotic golf carts, and enough red to blind a fire truck. If your kid wore face paint or rode a scooter, they’re probably in it.
See you around the Cape!
Correction to the June 2025 Caper
Looks like a few mistakes were made with this month’s Caper. Our apologies. Goshen Farm is not using a time machine and going back to 2024. So, scratch what I said in my previous update. THIS summer, Goshen Farm is hosting their music series again. The first event will be held on June 20th with Cape Tree & Up to 11 performing, so grab your blanket or lawn chair and join them under the stars. Admission is free!
Also, Goshen’s Spring Open House has been rescheduled to Saturday June 21st from 10am to 2pm. This free community event includes live music, tours, demonstrations, vendors and activities. See page 5 for more details on this and other things happening over at Goshen.
Our humble apologies for the confusion…. see you around the Cape!
The Caper – June 2025 Edition
So often, Mother Nature provides reminders that she is in charge around here. While we’d all love to see the warmth and beautiful temperatures in May, she has had other plans. So, for now, we’re stuck with grey, chilly and rainy. Meh. For those with pools, good luck dipping your toes in there, goodness me. We can only hope that by the time the Strawberry Festival gets here (June 7th, you did add that date to your calendar right?), that Mom Nature has worked it out.
Speaking of the Strawberry Festival, Jerome, our fearless leader here, has much to say about it and other things this month. While I’m not sure I would call it the Superbowl, it would be fun watching Mary Lamb throw a 20 yard pass to Beau Breeden. My money is on a spiral to the pocket for a TD. Seriously though, the Strawberry Festival is that one big yearly event that we all look forward to. This year is no exception. In the rest of Jerome’s Presidential message, he thanks the Beach Attendants, thanks Mary and Jimmy Lamb for their tireless dedication for over 25 years to Cape St. Claire and the Festival. He also thanks the volunteers who always come out to dedicate themselves to the Cape. Don’t miss his message on page 1.
Frank, our Town Manager, reminds everyone that the BLUE parking stickers should now be affixed to your vehicles or risk being towed when parking at the beach or other Cape locations. Don’t forget about celebrating July 4th with the Cape! There are lots of great activities that day. More details in his message.
In community news, Goshen Farm is doing a raffle for 2 8 foot kayaks. Tickets are just $5 each. The winner will be announced on June 14th at their summer concert. Also, don’t be afraid to attend their open mic nights held at Goshen Farm. The first one is on June 7th at 5:15pm. Goshen Farm is hosting their music series again. The first event will be held on June 20th with Cape Tree & Up to 11 performing, so grab your blanket or lawn chair and join them under the stars. Admission is free!
Also, Goshen’s Spring Open House has been rescheduled to Saturday June 21st from 10am to 2pm. This free community event includes live music, tours, demonstrations, vendors and activities. See page 5 for more details on this and other things happening over at Goshen. More details in this month’s Caper.
Cape St. Claire Garden Club has been busy! They are offering thanks to everyone who attended and purchased items from their annual Plant Sale. They are also offering great advice to help with mosquitos in your backyard. They do take the summer off but feel free to go to page 6 to read more about their efforts this year.
Cape Conservation Corps, as always, provides more excellent monthly resources. This month, they discuss why you should remove invasive species from your yards. As always, Stacey with another great article. They will be at the Strawberry Festival with a free milkweed plant and a ton of information on how you can help conserve the natural Maryland environment. More information on page 9.
Want to enter a float in the July 4th parade? Now is your chance. Turn to page 13, print it out, fill it out, and submit it to Mary and [email protected]. See page 13.
The 2025 Cape Cleanup is coming to the Cape on June 11th (Wednesday) through the 13th. It will be held at the corner of Broadview and Cape St. Claire Road. More info on what you can bring to dispose of on page 17. It’s a fairly lengthy list!
It’s another PACKED issue for June so pull up a cup of coffee and settle in to this month’s Caper. See you around the Cape!
The Caper – May 2025 Edition
Spring has arrived in the Cape. Things are finally changing from brown to green, people are out walking around – it’s a most wonderful sight to see. As we move into May, Jerome, President of CSCIA, is again asking for volunteers to not only help with the Strawberry Festival coming in a few short weeks but around the Cape in general. Don’t forget that starting May 1st, all vehicles must display the CSCIA sticker in order to park in the community beaches and parks.
He also mentions the upcoming May calendar events! Beach Jams by Cape Vibes (check out the calendar right here to see when), the Cape St. Claire Volunteer Fire department Touch-a-Truck will be held on May 10th, the Garden Club’s plant sale will be on May 17th, Cape Conservation Corps “warrior” events are weekly and Goshen Farm is hosting their rescheduled open house on June 21st.
Frank Tewey’s message also reiterates that stickers are required now on your vehicles. Beach Attendants will also begin their duties this month – it’s essential that we treat those attendants with the respect they deserve. Next Quarterly Membership Meeting will be held on July 22nd at 7:30pm at the Clubhouse.
In community group news, Goshen Farm will have their first Free Friday Night Concert series starts on June 27th at 6:30pm. Don’t forget to get your Kayak Raffle tickets. Tickets are $5.
The Garden Club’s annual plant sale will be held on Saturday May 17th at the Clubhouse field from 8am – 2pm. They will have veggies, herbs, colorful annuals & perennials galore! More details in this month’s Caper.
Cape Conservation Corps has a great write-up on Mosquito control this month. As we head into mosquito season, it’s essential how you can help stem the mosquito population.
And then —- it’s nearly STRAWBERRY TIME! The 2025 Cape St. Claire Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday June 7th. Parade begins at 10:00am at the firehouse and will end at 6:00pm at the Cape St. Claire main beach. All the information you need can be found in this month’s Caper – starting on page 17. In addition, you can visit the Strawberry Festival website for more info as well. Want to find out the best way to get to the festival? Check out the berry stops page on the website or page 26 in this month’s Caper.
See you around the Cape!