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February 7, 2024

Chamber Events

Register for Tomorrow's Free Seminar

Thursday, Feb. 8 | 8:30 - 9:30 AM

Love Your Work & They Will Too! Five Ways to Energize Your Team

Presented by Courtney Joly-Lowdermilk, CEO, Bridge Educational Engineering


Join Team-building Coach, Courtney Joly-Lowdermilk, to explore 5 ways to energize and strengthen your workplace Team. This event will be jam-packed with fresh ideas for rejuvenating yourself and your employees, resulting in a more productive and prosperous 2024. Business owners and employees from companies of all sizes are welcome.

Business After Hours

Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 5 - 7 PM

Boo-Bird Restaurant, MBTS

Register Today

Join us for a fun evening of networking at Boo-Bird. Remember to bring your business card to be entered into the door prize drawing.

Economic Outlook Breakfast

Thursday, March 7 | 7:30 - 9 AM

Cake Ann, Gloucesterr MA

Featuring Secretary Lauren E Jones, Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Registration Now Open

Limited Seating Capacity

Presenting Sponsor: National Grid

Greater Cape Ann 8th Annual Career & Educational Advancement Fair

Thursday, March 7 | 5:30 - 7 PM

Gloucester High School Field House

The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Gloucester, Ipswich, Rockport, Manchester-Essex and Essex Technical High Schools, invites you and your family to join us. Learn More

25th Annual Irish Sweepstakes

Thursday, March 14 | 5 - 7 PM


Get your tickets now for your chance to win $10K! Only 400 tickets are being sold so your chances to win are very good. Limited tickets are available online for purchase, or reach out by phone at 978-283-1601 and we will put you in touch with an individual seller.

Member Events

Please Check the Full Community Calendar for All Member Event Listings

On-Going Events

Strategic Synergy: Navigating

Today’s Real Estate Market with

Lenders and Legal Experts

Wednesday, February 7 | 5 -7 PM

Amanda Armstrong Group

35 Fuller St. Gloucester


Achieving success in the real estate market requires leveraging the expertise of lenders, Realtors, and legal professionals through a collaborative, strategic approach. Join Amanda Armstrong along with Erik Ferm, Guaranteed Rate, and Jeff Stelman, Standard Title & Escrow, for an informative evening. Click Here to Register

SOLD OUT!

Volans & G4 Tequila Dinner at Machaca

Wednesday, February 7 | 6 - 8 PM


Indulge in a thrilling tequila extravaganza at Machaca Tacos & Tequila! Immerse yourself in a five-course feast, expertly crafted by the renowned Chef Luis Pardo, paired with the tantalizing tastes of Volans and G4 tequilas. Elevate your evening with a journey through five unique tequila expressions, turning every bite into an adventure. Join us for an unforgettable, informative, and downright fun experience!

Cape Ann Museum Events


February 7 | 1:30 - 4 PM

CAM Studio Course: Introduction to Portrait Drawing with Amy Sudarsky

February 8 | 2 -3 PM

Gallery Tour -- Above the Fold: The Photographers of the “Gloucester Daily Times,” 1973-2005

February 9 | 6 - 8 PM

Mid-Winter Concert: What Time Is It Mr. Fox?

February 10 | 10 - 11 AM

Find Your House in the CAM Photo Archive!

February 10 | 10 AM - 6 PM

Second Saturdays: Free Admission for Cape Ann Residents

February 10 | 11 AM - 12 PM

CAMTalk: Exhibition Series -- The Changing Times: The 21st century GDT Newsroom

Happy Couples with Hearing Loss

Thursday, February 8 | 10:30 AM

Magnolia Library


David & Judi Bergeron of Beauport Hearing Care in Gloucester will lead a candid and humorous discussion about living well with hearing loss in marriage (or any relationship!). The Bergerons have been married for 15 years and they personally wear hearing aids. Come discover their secrets! “It’s all about connecting ear hearing with brain listening – and a team effort really works!” Refreshments with social time will follow the group discussion. Call (978) 525-2300 to guarantee your seat. Download Flyer

Glosta So Schweeeet

Saturday, February 10

Various Participating Gloucester Restaurants & Retailers

Send Your Flyers to goodmorninggloucester@yahoo.com

View Good Morning Gloucester Podcast to learn more!

Rockport Art Association & Museum Winter Tag Sale

Saturday, February 10 | 11 AM - 3 PM


 Art, art books, decor, gift ware, and more at a bargain!

Winter Fest on Rocky Neck

Saturday & Sunday, February 10 & 11 | 11 AM - 5 PM


Explore unique art events and happenings at Rocky Neck Winter Fest 2024: a multi-dimensional, arts-filled happening on Rocky Neck, Events include the 2-day RNAC Member Pop-Up Show "The Love Show" at Cove Gallery. And on Saturday, Live Portrait Drawing at The Cultural Center, Makers Event at The Salted Cod Arthouse, and Polar Plunge at the Breezeway, and various artists galleries will be open, View Full Schedule & Details

Beauport Boutique Ocean's of Love

Sunday, February 11 | 1- 5 PM

Beauport Hotel


Treat your sweetheart to a gift from Beauport Boutique! Bring your Valentine, Galentine, or favorite shopping companion for a fun afternoon. Oceans of Love will showcase a new, curated selection of nautical, chic gifts - jewelry, accessories, home décor, and more. Featured brands include Colby Davis, Mariposa and Vineyard Vines, just to name a few! Enjoy a bubbly bar, complimentary champagne, light bites, decadent sweet treats, and more. Learn More

Put Art in Your Heart

Through February 14

Local Colors


Buy a Special Valentine at Local Colors & Vote for a Cape Ann Good Cause (Cape Ann Animal Aid, Pathways for Children, The Open Door, Wellspring House) Each organization will receive a share of the proceeds based on the number of votes. Get One Vote for Each Card purchased.

Images 24

Saturday & Sunday, February 17 & 18 | Click for Times

Ipswich High School


The Orchestra on the Hill in collaboration with the newly formed Ipswich Art Association (IAA) will be performing a concert event titled “Images 24” at the Dolan Performing Arts Center. This concert marks a new era in the celebrations of the many talented artists in this area, and the audience is sure to be inspired. Tickets are free but donations are appreciated when reserving your tickets. 

Performing Arts Centers

Gloucester Stage Company Events


SOUTH: Ernest Shackleton & the Endurance Expedition

with Psychedelic Cinema Orchestra

March 8 @ 7:30 PM


Yellow Bird Chase with Liars and Believers: Touring Performance

March 9 & 10 @ 3 PM

Rockport Music

Shalin Liu Performance Center


Jeff Koons: A Private Portrait - Great Art on Screen: February 8 @ 7 PM

Henrique Eisenmann & Paul Winter: February 9 @ 7 PM

Romeo & Juliet - National Theatre in HD: February 10 @ 1PM

Rum Runners String Band: February 10 @ 7:30 PM

Cape Ann Jazz Workshop Showcase: February 15 @ 7:15 PM

Glen Phillips & Shawn Mullins: February 16 @ 8 PM

Cowboy Junkies: February 18 (SOLD OUT)

February Vacation

Do you have special events planned for February Vacation?

If so, please add them to our Community Calendar through the Member Information Portal and remember to select the Schools / Vacation category!

KIDS EAT FREE at

Woodman's of Esssex

February Vacation Week

Monday 2/19 thru Friday 2/23


StoryWalk ® The Nest Robin Built

Quarry Quest - Treasure Hunt

February 17 - 25 8 AM - 4 PM

Halibut Point State Park

Maritime Gloucester

February Vacation Drop Off Programs

Monday, 2/19

Wednesday thru Friday 2/21 - 2/23

Grouped by ages: 5 to 7 and 8 -10

February Vacation Drop Off Program at Appleton Farms

Monday - Friday

February 19 - 23

9 AM - 3 PM

Advertising

Looking for more exposure for your business or special promotion? We offer several opportunities for advertising in Soundings.


For details, please download the 2024 Advertising Contract or contact Cindy.

Soundings Sponsors

We extend a big thank you to our supporting sponsors.


If you are interested in promoting with the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce and sponsoring this newsletter, please contact Steve Buckley at steve@capeannchamber.com

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