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Rockport Small Business Person of the Year Citation Presentation
Thursday, July 13 | 3 PM
Lauri Kaihlanen Gallery in Rockport
Please join us on Thursday, July 13 @ 3 PM to help celebrate Lauri Kaihlanen's Small Business Person of the Year award! The afternoon reception will be held at Lauri's Gallery (61 Bearkskin Neck), where he will be presented with an official town citation. All are invited to stop by to congratulate Lauri. No registration needed.
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The first of the three 2023 Block Parties is on Saturday, July 15
Last year saw thousands of people attending, visiting with non-profits, shopping & eating at participating businesses, and enjoying food trucks, street performances, music & family fun.
Presented by the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce in partnership with
the City of Gloucester.
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Tuesday, July 18 | 6 - 8 PM
Featuring the Orville Giddings Band
Download Flyer
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Ipswich Division Meeting
Friday, July 14 | 8 AM
Ipswich Town Hall, Conference Room A
All Ipswich businesses are welcome to attend the quarterly Ipswich Division meeting this Friday. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Steve Buckley.
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ON-GOING EVENTS
WEEKLY EVENTS
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Culture Splash
Thursday, July 13 | 4 - 7 PM
Culture Splash invites you to plunge into Gloucester's cultural tide, where every wave is a new story waiting to be discovered. Get ready to embark on a journey of music, art, dance, history, and maritime exploration this summer. Click for this Week's Events
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CAM Courtyard Concerts: Jambalaya Horns
Thursday, July 13 | 5:30 - 7 PM
CAM’s Courtyard Concerts feature local and regional musicians whose music ranges from Latin tunes to pop reinventions, acoustic folk to rock music, and chamber music to bluegrass. Inspired by the traditional sounds of New Orleans Jazz and Blues, The Jambalaya Horns never fail to leave their audience feeling like they had just taken a walk down Frenchmen Street! Paying homage to greats like Louis Armstrong, Kid Ory, and Sidney Bechet, the group strives to bring listeners on a musical journey through time.
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Folk Showcase: Pete Lindberg
Thursday, July 13 | 5:30 - 7 PM
Sawyer Free Library
Recently returned from a 10-year stint in Nashville, Pete is back on Cape Ann to share his unique alt-country songwriting. Pete will perform a 45 minute set followed by a brief discussion on his approach to lyrics and songwriting.
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Woodman's of Essex
Jimmy Fund Fundraiser | Thursday, July 13 | 4 - 7 PM
Music Video Bingo | Tuesday July 18 | 6 - 8 PM
Vern Zwicker & Steve Somers 60s Jams | Thursday July 20 | 6 - 8 PM
Download Summer Schedule
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Exhibit New England: Regional Juried Show
North Shore Arts Association
Through July 29
Featuring over 170 unique and masterful works of art, this show containing a wide variety of mediums and styles is sure to speak out to everyone. Exhibit: New England’s mission is to bring the best of the best in local art on display here in their Main Gallery. You don’t want to miss this grand exhibition bringing both new and storied talent to the forefront here at the NSAA. Learn More
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Windhover Center for the Performing Arts Upcoming Events
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Bastille Day Dinner
Friday, July 14 & Saturday, July 15
5:30 - 8 PM
The Emerson Inn
Join The Emerson Inn for a Bastille Day celebration this upcoming weekend! There will be a prix fix menu and a list of suggested wine pairings at an additional cost. Reserve Your Spot Today
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Music on the Meetinghouse Green - The Goddesses
Friday, July 14 | 6 - 3 PM
Gloucester Meetinghouse, 10 Church St.
Join us for the festival's eighth season of great music, raising funds for Cape Ann non-profits via free-will offerings with delicious food available from local vendors. This unique free summer music festival features a different popular musical ensemble at each Friday evening concert on Meetinghouse Green that benefits nine non-profits. This evenings concert will benefit Backyard Growers with food service provided by Lobster Roller.
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Create Together
Saturdays, July 15 - Sept 23 | 11 AM - 12 PM
Rockport Art Association & Museum
Create Together is a drop-in program and a great way to try your hand at creating art in an informal, inspiring environment. A different art activity will be offered in our large galleries each session. Art-making activities are designed for all ages and abilities. All ages welcome: children must be accompanied by an adult. Register Today for Free
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Blackburn Challenge
Saturday, July 15
Registration Closes: Wednesday, July 12th @ 12 PM
A 20+ mile open water circumnavigation of Cape Ann, open to all seaworthy oar or paddle-powered craft. There is no rain date. Alternative courses will be in place for rough weather conditions or dense fog. Row it/paddle it if you can, then join the party afterwards. Learn More and Volunteer | Register Now
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Carmela Martin Solo Show: Makes My Heart Sing
Opening Reception
Saturday, July 15 | 1 - 3 PM
Rockport Art Association
Opening reception Saturday 7/15 from 1:00-3:00. An exciting collection of both abstracts and paintings evocative of land, sea or sky “scapes.” Martin works primarily in oil & cold wax, and acrylic, to create layered paintings of texture, depth and rich color. Show runs through August 3.
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Sunday Funday Cruise on The Friki Tiki of Gloucester
Sunday, July 16 | 2 - 3:30 PM
Cripple Cove Landing, 73 East Main St., Gloucester.
Join the Friki Tiki on their Sunday Funday Cruise! They provide the fixn's for Bloody Mary's and Mimosa's. You provide the alcohol! They will cruise for 90 minutes on either the Gloucester Harbor or up the Annisquam River (weather depending). Book Now
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Jewish Pop Art Gallery - Rabbi Yitzchok Moully
Sunday, July 16 | 1 - 3 PM
Chabad Jewish Center, 37 Main Street, Gloucester
Join us for an interactive art installation with the Pop Art Rabb i- Yitzchok Moully. Meet the artist as he showcases his world renowned and highly acclaimed art, and together, we will have the opportunity to partake in an ingteractive experience by creating his masterpiece "Overflowing Blessings". RSVP Appreciated
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Side Street Gallery - Vivien Tapsoba - Meet the Artist
Thursday, July 20 | 4 - 7 PM
Hughes Bosca / Side Street Gallery
Side Street Gallery announces the launch of artist, Vivien Tapsoba. The event showcases thirty-one new paintings from Burkina Faso artist Vivien Tapsoba. This is the first time Mr. Tapsoba has exhibited his work in our area and he will be available to speak about his work, his methods and his many inspirations. Free admission. Light refreshments provided. View Artwork
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Family Field Day at Grand Banks
To Benefit the Jimmy Fund
Saturday, July 22 | 11 AM - 3 PM
Grand Banks is hosting their 3rd Annual Family Field Day fundraiser to benefit the Jimmy Fund and Wilms Tumor research! This family-friendly event will be on July 22nd at their Gloucester location, bring the whole crew for a day of fun & games, delicious food, awesome raffle prizes and live music! Free Admission - Reserve Your Spot
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Rockport Rotary Lobster Raffle 2023
Win 20 Pounds of Lobster!
Drawing: August 24, 2023
Four Lucky Winners will each win 20 Pounds of Local Lobster!
Individual tickets are $5; or a get a book of five for $20.
Tickets are available from any Rockport Rotarian or at Tuck’s Candy & Gifts. Download Flyer
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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 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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