Love Live Local aims to be a resource for those looking to learn about Cape Cod and foster community connection. We write stories about local businesses, things to do, places to go, ways to give back to the community, and demonstrating why it is important to shop local. Feel free to read and share!
Shop Local Stories – Pupcakes
Shop Local Stories – Ashley Irene Boutique
When the entire mission of a business is to be inclusive and to support community members who otherwise wouldn’t have representation, people take notice. That is why Ashley Irene Boutique in Mashpee Commons has been nominated for our next edition of Shop…
Local Business Boost Program – Port Cargo
Port Cargo is a family-owned business with locations in downtown Hyannis, Falmouth and Mashpee Commons. They have been selling women’s apparel on Hyannis Main Street since the 1970s, and have recently transitioned from more formal wear to ready-to-wear clothing. They…
Local Business Boost Program – Soho Arts Co.
Soho Arts Co. is a woman-owned business in the east end of downtown Hyannis. They opened in 2007 and sell home goods, gifts, jewelry, and some apparel. They recently invested in a brand-new ecommerce site, as well as new store…
2022 Annual Report
2022 was a year of continued growth for Love Live Local as the organization launched new programs, brought on new staff, and embraced the thousands of people seeking out its events, publications, and messages about the hows and whys of…
Shop Local Stories – Great Awakenings Coffee Shop
Local business owners like Inna and Andrew Taylor open their businesses to share a passion with others and to create spaces where people can connect. This was their intention when they opened Great Awakenings Coffee Shop in Hyannis in November…
Local Business Boost Program – Perry Lima
Perry Lima is a restaurant located at the West end of Main Street serving Brazilian style breakfast and dinner that was opened by Kami and Fabio Perry in 2021. They recently took over the space next door to their original…
Local Business Boost Program – The Little Sandwich Shop
The Little Sandwich Shop is a friendly, sandwich shop owned by Dean Walton. There are approximately 26 seats inside and a couple of outdoor tables. Their website is a Popmenu site with online ordering capabilities. Many of their orders are…
Local Business Boost Program – 606 Thrift Ave
Open since 2019, 606 Thrift Ave is a curated second hand and vintage clothing and accessories boutique. The business started online until owner, Brandi Williams, decided to open a brick-and-mortar store in downtown Hyannis to connect with people in person….