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32nd Annual Rockport Community Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 30 | 2 PM Sharp
Bring the kids to Millbrook Meadows for the annual Rockport Community Easter Egg Hunt and photo opp with the Easter Bunny. Donations are are still being accepted and always greatly appreciated. Small prizes may be dropped off at the Rockport branch of the Institution for Savings or at the Chamber office. Financial gifts are also welcomed (to offset costs of the prizes) and may be made online or at the Chamber office.
Please contact Michelle for details.
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Coffee & Connections
Tuesday, April 4 | 9 -10 AM
Grab your favorite morning beverage and zoom in for our virtual Coffee & Connections. Join us to learn about other member businesses and let them know about your business and any upcoming events. This is a great way for new members to get acquainted with the Chamber family. Register Now
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The Annual Low-Number Cape Ann License Plate Online Auction
April 8 - April 15
Only 11 low-number plates (under 100) remain... don't miss out on what could be your last chance to grab one of these coveted low-number plates. Last year, 11 license plates were sold so there is a possibility that all remaining low number plates will sell this year.
Is there a 3- or 4-number plate you can't live without? This year, we are offering an option to pick your own number (if it is still available). Visit the Auction Website to learn more.
Visit bit.ly/CALP24 to pre-register and see the list of available low-number plates and the starting bids.
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Business After Hours at The Cut
Wednesday, April 17 | 5 - 7 PM
Registration Now Open
This promises to be a Business After Hours you do not want to miss! Join us at The Cut for complimentary appetizers, cash bar, and a door prize raffle. Sign Up Today
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Ribbon Cutting & Open House
M/N Contemporary Art Gallery
Saturday, April 20 | 3- 5 PM
Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting & Open House to help Vanessa Michalak and Rebecca Anne Nagle celebrate the grand opening of M/N Contemporary Art Gallery at 20 Pleasant St., in Gloucester.
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Swing into Spring 2024
Session 1: Monday, May 6
Session 2: Wednesday, May 8
$65 members | $80 non-members
Join the Businesswomen of greater Cape Ann for the Second Annual Swing into Spring Golf Event at Sun ‘N Air Golf Center in Danvers. This event is great for those just learning the game of golf or seasoned golfers looking for a spring tune-up. Up to 12 women will be accepted each day. For the first hour, two instructors will help players understand the full swing, starting with grip, set up and stance. The short game (chipping and putting) will also be addressed. The second hour includes on-course playing instruction for up to 3-holes on the Sun ‘N Air practice course.
Register for Session 1
Register for Session 2
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Motif No. 1 Day
Saturday, May 18 | 9 AM - 4 PM
Downtown Rockport
Motif No. 1 Day, a beloved community event long cherished by residents and visitors as a celebration of Rockport's iconic fishing shack, returns for 2024! We invite you to join us on Saturday, May 18 (rain date May 19) for this all-day, family-friendly event in the beautiful coastal community of Rockport.
Sponsor and vendor opportunities are available. Please contact Colleen for more information about participating.
Download Flyer
Download Sponsorship Form
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SAVE THE DATE
2nd Annual Blackburn Brew Fest
Saturday, September 21 | 1 - 5 PM
Stage Fort Park, Gloucester
Join us for Cape Ann's only Brew Fest this September, Featuring 30 local breweries, two bands, food trucks, games, and more. (Rain date: Sunday, September 22)
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Sam at sam@capeannchamber.com for more details.
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Polar Plunge at Good Harbor Beach
Saturday, March 30 | 10 AM Check In
The Gloucester Police Department and The Law Enforcement Torch Run are hosting their FIRST Polar Plunge this year!
Set at Good Harbor Beach, plungers will plunge into the ocean to support Special Olympics MA. Awards will be given to the Top Fundraising Individual, Top Fundraising Team and MORE. Grab your brrravest, inclusion-loving friends and start fundraising today!
Learn More & Register
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Cape Ann ARTWaves to Present: Why I Create
Saturday, March 30 | 2 - 3 PM
From 2020 through 2022, co-producers Jacqueline Ganim DeFalco and Kristine Fisher conducted interviews with local artists in a series called Cape Ann ARTWaves. The interviews, kickstarted as a way to keep in touch during the COVID-19 Pandemic, have become a tool to promote the cultural economy and to provide an important historic perspective on the creativity that emerged during the pandemic. The videos, sponsored by Cape Ann Savings Bank, are now available in the Cape Ann Museum’s video vault. Learn More & Register
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Beauport Hotel: Easter by the Sea
Sunday, March 31
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
12:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Looking for a unique Easter dining experience? Join us here, at Beauport Hotel for Easter by the Sea!
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Beauport Cruiselines Easter at Sea
Sunday, March 31
12 - 3 PM
Join us aboard our magnificent cruise ship and enjoy a decadent Easter brunch, featuring a variety of Pastry Treats, Carved Honey Ham, Fisherman's French Toast, and so much more!
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Town Green - Planning for Reality Series - Climate Education Programs
Webinar: Sea Level Rise and Flooding in Masconomo Park, Reed Park & Singing Beach
Tuesday, April 2 | 6:30 - 8 PM
This webinar will provide detailed information on how incremental sea level rise and storm surge are making flooding more frequent, and review how we should prepare to meet this new reality.
Field Trip 2: Masconomo Park
Friday, April 5 | 3 - 4 PM
Meet us at Masconomo Park in Manchester-by-the-Sea for a field trip guided by Salem Sound Coastwatch to view the areas that are prone to flooding and review Reed Park being considered as a floodable park.
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The Proposal
Thursday, April 4 through 7 | 8 PM
Presented by Lanes Coven Theater
Upstairs at Short & Main
Lanes Coven presents fundraiser performances in support of their 2024 summer season. Anton Chekhov’s hilarious “The Proposal,” a comedy about neighbors, land & dogs. April 4th, 5th, 6th & 7th ONLY, presented upstairs at Short & Main. Showtime is 8PM. Runtime is 30 minutes + a short speech. Light beverages will be served. Please reserve your tickets ahead of time as seating is limited,
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Gertrude Cawein at Hammond Castle Museum:
An exhibit of nearly 60 works by Eric Pape
April 5 - 28 | 10 AM - 4 PM
Join us for a very special fine art exhibit, “Gertrude Cawein at Hammond Castle Museum,” featuring the works of Eric Pape (1870 – 1938). A former Annisquam resident and designer of the Tablet Rock Memorial in Gloucester’s Stage Fort Park, this exhibit marks a homecoming for this extraordinary collection of nearly 60 pieces from Pape’s extensive portfolio spanning his entire career and many not publicly seen since his death. At the heart of this exhibition is the full-length portrait of Gertrude Cawein (oil on canvas, 75 x 52 inches framed), painted by Pape in 1907 and loaned by the Filson Historical Society in Louisville, Kentucky. For the first time outside the Filson, visitors can witness this rare example of Pape’s work as a society portraitist. Buy Tickets
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North Shore Pride Drag Brunch at The Cut
Saturday, April 6 | 10 AM Doors & Brunch
12 - 2 PM: Show
North Shore Pride is proud to present Madam Zapple, Lily Rose, Jean Sequins, Gigi Glam and MT Hart for an all ages Drag Brunch you won't want to miss! Bring your sparkle and shine and help celebrate and support our local North Shore Pride community! Proceeds benefit North Shore Pride's local efforts.
$20 at the door. Make a reservation for brunch at https://thecutlive.com. This event is taking place in the restaurant.
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Art Works Creative Workshop
Tuesday, April 9 | 5:15 - 8 PM
Rocky Neck Art Colony
Do you have a young adult in your life struggling with addiction? Come join us!!!
Art Looking
Parent Mentor Activity
Project Creation
A light meal will be provided
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ArteNOM Seleccion Tequila Dinner at Machaca
Wednesday, April 10 | 6 - 8 p
Indulge in an exquisite culinary journey paired with the finest regional tequila selections crafted by Tequila ArteNOM. Delve into the artistry of agave cultivation, distillation techniques, and the rich heritage behind each sip. Specially-curated expressions represent the distinct altitude and craftsmanship of the master distillers, transforming NOM into an art form.
• Immerse yourself in the flavors of regional distinction.
• Explore the nuances of each tequila expression.
• Savor expertly paired dishes that complement the complexity of ArteNOM Seleccion.
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"Explora"tion!!! April School Vacation
April 13 - 21 | 8 AM - 4 P
Halibut Point State Park
Quarrying History Self-Guide (all ages),
Quarry Quest—Treasure Hunt (8yo +) and
StoryWalk® Our Big Home, by Linda Glaser(Pre-K - 3rd Grade)
Learn More
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Navigating Health Care on Cape Ann
Saturday, April 13 | 1:30 - 3 PM
The Gloucester Meetinghouse
The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation proudly presents:Navigating Health Care on Cape Ann. Join us for a symposium addressing health care challenges on Cape Ann. The event is an interactive way for everyone in our community to learn more about how to access health care services in a variety of situations. Learn More
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80th Anniversary of D-Day Bowling Fundraiser at Cape Ann Lanes
Saturday, April 13 | 4 - 6 PM
16 Teams of 5 bowlers each team.
$20 per bowler
The VFW Post 1093 Ipswich is hosting a Bowling Fundraiser for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day Parade & Events at Cape Ann Lanes. All funds will support the Saturday June 8th parade and Market Street Party celebration to honor D-Day veterans and all WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan veterans. Email ipswichvfw1093@gmail.com for details.
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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.
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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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