Kevin Matthews happily welcomes his friend, Deacon Dick Murphy from the organization Homeless Not Hopeless to Spectrum. Deacon Murphy will explain the origins of Homeless Not Hopeless and explain how they go about their mission to offer comfort and support for homeless individuals. He'll also talk about their Benefit Concert with Fr. Ray Kelly, happening this weekend at St. John Paul II High School in Hyannis. Find out more at https://homelessnothopeless.org/ Air: 10-6-24

Kevin Matthews is joined by Michelle DeSilva, whose son Dylan started the organization, Cape Cod Cares For The Troops. Michelle & Kevin will talk about how CCC4T began, how the group has evolved since its inception in 2005 and their upcoming 16th Annual Canal Run For The Troops, happening on Saturday, October 5th at the Buzzards Bay Recreation Area. AIR 9-29-24

In this episode of Spectrum, Kevin Matthews is joined by Jo-Ellen Erickson, co-founder of the local organization, Witches On The Water. They will talk about the inspiration behind the founding of the group and discuss the 4th Annual Witches On The Water Costumed Paddle Event happening on Saturday, October 5th at Oyster Pond in Chatham For more details visit, https://witchesonthewater.org/ AIR 9-29-24

Kevin Matthews is joined by the director of the Barnstable Council on Aging, Kelly Howley to talk about the 3rd Annual Community Safety Day, happening Wednesday, September 25th at the Barnstable Adult Community Center on Rt.28 in Hyannis! Find out more at: https://www.capecod.gov/2024/09/17/join-us-for-the-3rd-annual-barnstable-adult-community-safety-day/ Air 9-22-24

Kevin Matthews welcomes Ron Hennemuth, one of the key organizers of the 2nd Annual 5K For The Children event happening on Saturday, September 28th in Harwich Port! Proceeds from the event benefit both St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital and the Shriners Hospitals for Children. To find out more, visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/HarwichPort/5KFortheChildren Air 9-22-24

Kevin Matthews welcomes the executive director of the Cape Cod Commission, Kristy Senatori to Spectrum. They will talk about the 2024 One Cape Summit, happening Wednesday and Thursday, September 18th & the 19th at the Wychmere Beach Club in Harwich. Kristy will also give a quick refresher about what exactly the Cape Cod Commission is and what its key responsibilities are in ensuring a vibrant & sustainable future for Cape Cod. Find out more https://www.capecodcommission.org/ Air: 9-15-24

Kevin Matthews speaks with Melanie Braverman, the co-founder, cultural director and executive coordinator of the Alzheimer's Family Support Center, about the organization, which has been a beacon of hope and support for families who are navigating the challenges of Alzheimer's and other dementia-related disease. They'll also talk about the 10th Annual Walk For Alzheimer's coming up on Sunday, October 13th. For more information, visit https://www.alzfamilysupport.org/ Air: 9-15-24

Kevin Matthews welcomes Rich Taber to Spectrum. He is the vice president of an organization called, Descendants Of Whaling Masters, which consists of members worldwide that hold a connection to the history of the Whaling Era. Next weekend, (September 13-15), they'll celebrate their 50th anniversary with a big celebration, including a dramatic reading of the book, "Whaling Letters". For more details, visit:https://www.whalingmasters.org/

Kevin Matthews welcomes Sheldon Stewart, owner of Stewart Painting, to talk about their Stewart Paints It Forward campaign for 2024, where you can nominate a deserving veteran to receive painting, a house wash and carpentry services completely free of charge! Get more details, and nominate a deserving veteran you know now, at: https://www.stewartpaint.com/stewart-paints-it-forward-2024/ Air: 9-8-24