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Coffee & Connections
Thursday, 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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2024 CACF Grant Cycle
April 1 - April 30, 2024
The Cape Ann Community Foundation (CACF) invites 2024 proposals for grants. Applications will be available on Monday, April 1, 2024 and must be submitted by Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Grants are awarded from the proceeds made from the Cape Ann License Plate and direct donations from the community. Our grants range from $1,000 to $5,000 for projects that support the Foundation’s mission in the following areas: Regional Promotion, Economic Development, and Training and Education.
Learn More
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Low-Number Cape Ann License Plate Auction is less than One Week Away
Get ready to show your Cape Ann pride and love in style through our exclusive low-number Cape Ann license plate auction! Only 11 low-number plates remain. Bid for the chance to sport a low-number (or personally selected 3- or 4-digit number!) Cape Ann plate that reflects your love for this great community - all while supporting many local causes close to our hearts. Join us as we drive towards a better future together!
Visit https://bit.ly/CALP24 to sign up to bid starting Monday, April 8 through Monday, April 15 (Patriot’s Day)
Register to Bid Today
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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 - 5 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
Download Gallery Participation Form (Rockport Galleries Only - Free for Members)
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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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Town Green - Planning for Reality Series - Climate Education Programs
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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Wake Up Spirit
Sunday, April 7 | 11 AM - 1 PM
Floating Lotus Gloucester
Wake Up Spirit is a dance of heart and community. A safe place to connect to spirit through movement and sound. We are so blessed to have this time and space to move our bodies freely, without judgement, to dance our prayers and dreams together.
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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 PM
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 healthcare challenges on Cape Ann. The event is an interactive way for everyone in our community to learn more about how to access healthcare 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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Ipswich Ale Half Marathon
Saturday, April 20 | 8 AM - 12 PM
Don’t miss this popular half marathon on one of the prettiest courses you’ll ever run!
The Ipswich Ale Half Marathon starts and finishes at beautiful Crane Beach in Ipswich, MA. Runners climb up and around the spectacular Crane Estate in the first mile - “Storming the Castle!” - before heading west on Argilla Road past open farmland, picturesque salt marshes and classic New England stone walls. The course winds through scenic neighborhoods along the Ipswich River before runners turn around and head back to Argilla Road and the final four miles to the finish line. To celebrate your race back at the beach, enjoy traditional runner recovery food, fresh pizza, grilled hot dogs, and of course, two free Ipswich Ale beers! Sign Up Today
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Spring Birding Walk - Symphony of Bird Song!
Sunday, April 21 | 8 - 10 AM
Halibut Point State Park
Stroll our seaside treasure with birding basics. Hear the symphony of spring bird songs! Watch for them in the field's, woodlands, and at the ocean's edges. Learn about their sounds, habits, and flight patterns. Enjoy extraordinary views. Bring your binoculars.
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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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