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Christmas in Rockport Continues this Weekend!
Last-Minute Stocking Stuffer Weekend
Come to downtown Rockport and Whistlestop Mall to discover those perfect last-minute stocking stuffer gifts among the lovingly crafted creations available at scores of shops and galleries throughout Rockport.
And don't forget to come out to see Santa on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day!
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Make a New Year's Resolution to participate in our many networking opportunities to help promote your business and meet other members. | |
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Coffee & Connections
Thursday, January 4 | 9 AM
Start the New Year out on the right foot by attending the first Coffee & Connections of 2024 on January 4th! Join us via Zoom to learn about other member businesses and let them know about your business. This is a great way for new members to get acquainted with the Chamber family. Register Now
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Business After Hour
Thursday, January 18 | 5 - 7 PM
Vita Bella Ristorante
Join us and fellow chamber members at Vita Bella Ristorante for our first Business After Hours of 2024. Light appetizers will be served and a cash bar will be available. And remember to bring your business card for a door prize raffle!
Register Today
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Winter Solstice at Treetop Yoga
Wednesday, December 20 | 6 AM - 12:30 PM and 3:30 - 7 PM
Join Treetop Yoga for a day filled with specialized classes, refreshments in the lobby, a gathering to welcome back the light, and unique offerings from pop-up vendors.
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Ipswich Ale Brewery Events
Hoppy Homegrown Market & Donation Gift Wrapping Event
Thursday, December 21 | 6 - 9 PM
Sip while you shop from ten artisan vendors of the Ipswich Homegrown Market group. Grab a beer and support young entrepreneurs and local artists this holiday season with unique gifts. Need that gift wrapped? There will be a gift-wrapping station available for a small donation. Proceeds from gift-wrapping will go to benefit the non-profit Ruth's House.
Humbug Jamboree: Brewer's Table Ugly Sweater Party
Friday, December 22 | 5 - 8 PM
It's going to get ugly at our Humbug Jamboree! Grab a beer and parade around the brewery with your ugliest ugly sweater. Prize awarded for the best (ugliest) sweater!
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Captain Elias Davis House Tour
Friday, December 22 | 2 - 3 PM
Cape Ann Museum
The Captain Elias Davis House, located in Gloucester’s downtown neighborhood, was constructed between 1799 and 1804 and has been the headquarters of the Cape Ann Museum since 1923. Learn More
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Christmas Eve Brunch with Santa
Sunday, December 24 | 9 - 11:30 AM
Vita Bella Ristorante
Visit with Santa one more time before he heads out on his Christmas Eve journey around the world! Relax and let us cook for you while the kids are entertained by Santa. Reservations are recommended. Please call 978-768-0050 to reserve your spot today.
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New Orleans Jazz
Friday, December 29 | 7:30 - 9:30 PM
Celebrate the beginning of New Year's weekend in the historic Gloucester Meetinghouse with Good Old Salty Jazz Band playing New Orleans Jazz tunes of the holiday season. This group of legendary local musicians will delight you with their fantastic sound! Last year's New Year's concert in the Meetinghouse sold out, so purchase your seats early! Light refreshments will be served. Learn More
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Panorama Film Festival at the Peabody Essex Museum
Friday, December 29 | 7 -10 PM
Saturday, December 30 | 1 - 4:15 PM
Sunday, December 31 | 10 AM - 3 PM
The Panorama Film Festival returns to Salem for its second year, spotlighting 19 films by international queer and trans filmmakers under 30. The mission of Panorama is to celebrate the wide diversity of experience and talent within the trans and queer young filmmaking community both in front of as well as behind the camera. To create space for trans and queer artists to tell their own and appreciate others' stories without pressure to advocate for an entire community. To simply exist as a trans or queer person in the world is revolutionary enough. Learn More
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Rockport New Year's Eve
Sunday, December 31 | 4 PM - 1 AM
Let's bring in the New Year! Rockport’s annual year-end celebration of the arts offers a wide range of entertainment for adults and children beginning at 4 PM and culminating with a midnight ball drop. The 12 downtown entertainment venues will include halls, churches, and restaurants, all within easy walking distance of one another. The Beauport Shuttle will circulate among the venues and parking areas. Activities include all kinds of music, dance, poetry, magic, juggling, and puppetry. Full Schedule | Buy Buttons
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Beauport Cruiselines' New Year's Eve Cruise
Sunday, December 31 | 8:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Cruise into 2024 amidst the waves and beneath the stars aboard Beauport Cruiselines! This can’t-miss New Year’s Eve Cruise will feature a sparkling Champagne Toast, Lively DJ Entertainment, delectable Passed Hors D’oevres, a delicious Mac & Cheese Martini Bar a Chinese Food Feast, and more! What better way to sail into the New Year? Cash bar available. 21+ only.
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New Year's Eve At Hammond Castle Museum
Sunday, December 31 | 9 PM - 1 AM
Bid farewell to 2023 and ring in the brand-new year, 2024, in grand style in our Castle's Great Hall. Get ready to dance the night away with the fantastic beats of Scape Audio New England and be entertained by our surprise guests. Savor the evening with an array of mouthwatering heavy hors d'oeuvres by Creative Catering and, of course, raise your glass for a complimentary sparkling champagne toast as we count down to the stroke of midnight with our New Year's illumination. Learn More
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Seaside Stroll First Day Hike
Monday, January 1 | 10 - 11:30 AM
Halibut Point State Park
DCR established First Day Hikes over 30 years ago to promote healthy lifestyles and active year-round recreation at our state parks. Start your year off on the right step with a guided walk around Halibut Point State Park's outer trails! We'll have stops at significant features and magnificent views. Wear sturdy, warm footwear/boots/ice creepers, clothing layers, sunscreen or scarf to protect your face from the wild coastal winds. Heavy rain/snow cancels.
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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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