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Business After Hours at Cellar Door in Ipswich is Today!
Wednesday, August 9 | 5 - 7 PM
Join us tonight at Cellar Door in Ipswich for our August Business After Hours. Meet with fellow Chamber members, potential new members, and local businesses, while enjoying food, beverages, and browsing their great variety of culinary delights, including olive oils, local cheeses, and BBQ rubs. Please remember to bring your business card for the door prize raffle!
Register Now | Download Flyer
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2nd Gloucester Main Street Block Party
Saturday, August 12 | 6 - 10 PM
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Businesswomen's Sunset Sail
Thursday, August 17 | 5 - 8 PM
Schooner Adventure - Maritime Gloucester
$55 members | $65 non-members
Enjoy a spectacular sail aboard Schooner Adventure, one of Gloucester's oldest working vessels. Sail Gloucester Harbor and beyond, experience a glorious Cape Ann Sunset, and enjoy the company of colleagues. A light meal will be served including delicious sandwiches, chips, and cookies. The event is BYOB, so pack your own libations to enjoy on the sail! Water and soda will be provided on board.
All proceeds benefit the Carolyn M. O'Connor Scholarship Fund.
Registration is Required | Download Flyer
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Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays featuring Bottle & Cans
Tuesday, August 15 | 6 - 8 PM
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WEEKLY EVENTS
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Hearing Wellness Group
Wednesday, August 9 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Essex Senior Center, 17 Pickering St., Essex.
Beauport Hearing Care is leading a 'hearing wellness' discussion group. This recurring in-person event takes place on the second Wednesday every month, starting at 10:30 a.m. Come with any questions and funny personal stories about hearing. Get wellness tips and resources. David and Judi Bergeron of Beauport Hearing Care in Magnolia have lots of stories.
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Misselwood Wedding Show
Wednesday, August 9 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Misselwood Events at Endicott College
Come and meet a variety of vendors while viewing Misselwood's gorgeous property on Boston's North Shore. Sip on prosecco and sample many of Vinwood Catering's delicious offerings. Taste cakes and desserts, meet with florists, photographers, DJs and many more as you plan your big day. Raffle and cash bar as well! Buy Tickets
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Gloucester Story - Annisquam Village Players
August 10 - August 13
Docks of Maritime Gloucester
This year’s annual production by the Annisquam Village Players is Gloucester Story. To be performed on the docks of maritime Gloucester alongside the schooner Adventure.
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Woodman's of Essex
August Lobster Fest: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August
Music Video Bingo | Thursday, August 10 | 6 - 8 PM
Music Video Bingo | Tuesday, August 15 | 6 - 8 PM
Vern Zwicker & Steve Somers 60s Jams | Thursday, August 17 | 6 - 8 PM
Chris Cart - Acoustic Guitar | Tuesday, August 22 | 5 - 8 PM
Vern Zwicker & Steve Somers 60s Jams | Thursday, August 24 | 6 - 8 PM
Download Summer Schedule
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Sawyer Free Folk Showcase with George Clements
Thursday, August 10 | 6 - 7 PM
Sawyer Free Library
Steeped in American folk music traditions, the New England based guitarist and singer/songwriter, George Clement, will perform a 45-minute set followed by a brief discussion about his musical career and his approach to songwriting.
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2023 Gloucester Stage Benefit Dinner
Friday, August 11 | 5:30 - 9 PM
North Shore Arts Association
Join us for a celebration of the Gloucester Stage Company and the continued support for live theater from our friends and community. For over 44 years our audiences have been inspired, educated, and entertained.
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Music on the Meetinghouse Green-Ezekiel's Wheels Klezmer Band
Friday, August 11 | 6 - 8 PM
Meetinghouse Green
Praised by critics both individually and collectively for their virtuosity and passion for Klezmer music, the five musicians of Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band return for the eighth season of Music on Meetinghouse Green. Their repertoire includes traditional instrumental renditions and original compositions of Klezmer-inspired music as well as songs in Yiddish and English.
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Free Community Concert
Friday, August 11 | 6 - 10 PM
Antonio F. Gentile Bandstand, Stage Fort Park
To celebrate their Centennial Anniversary, the Gloucester Rotary will host a free Community Concert with musical guests Captain Jack & The Strangers (The Northshore's Premier Billy Joel Tribute Band) and opener Brandon Blatchford & the Wannabe Teenagers.The celebration will include food and beverages for purchase from 5 Star Phresh-Phood and Harbor Tap Trailer!
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Cape Ann Artisan Summer Mini-Tour
Saturday, August 12 | 10 AM - 5 PM
Enjoy visiting many of the Cape Ann Artisans mid-summer for a one-day-only tour. The participating studios display the magenta flags in and around their locations. Visit capeannartisans.com for a downloadable map or pick up a map at Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce locations in Gloucester and Rockport.
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Gloucester Blues Festival
Saturday, August 12 | 11 AM - 7 PM
Stage Fort Park
This 12th annual event brings blues lovers from far and wide to Gloucester. World-class blues music reverberates throughout the park with some of the nation’s finest blues musicians. Rain or shine.
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Night Sky & Stargazing
Saturday August 12 | 9 - 11 PM
Halibut State Park
View wonders of the night sky! Join us when the Gloucester Area Astronomy Club brings their powerful telescopes to view stars, galaxies, and planets! No telescope necessary, but feel free to bring your own if you have one. Don’t forget a flashlight and insect repellent. Rain or Clouds Cancels Program.
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Gloucester Fisheries Festival
August 12 & 13 | 10 AM - 5 PM
Everett Jodrey State Fish Pier
A two-day festival honoring 400+ years of Gloucester’s fishing industry on the Everett Jodrey State Fish Pier. The Fisheries Heritage Festival will bring the best of Gloucester’s fishing industry for visitors to enjoy, including food trucks, food from the Fishermen’s Wives Association, demos from local fishermen and the US Coast Guard, seafood from local dealers, dockside tours, presentations, information booths, vendors, crafts and more. Download Flyer
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Windhover's Annual Gala Fundraiser
Wednesday, August 23 | 5 - 9 PM
Come with friends and enjoy a delicious catered three course dinner provided by beloved chef Melissa Donati of the former Willow Rest in Gloucester. Enjoy a selection of various wines and beers, curated by a sommelier, Featured special performance under the tent by New York’s modern dance company Alison Cook Beatty and ensemble. Live music by jazz musician and composer Joe Mulholland. A sit down buffet encourages camaraderie and conversation on the bucolic Windhover grounds. This gathering takes place rain or shine. Purchase Tickets
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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 at the Chamber of Commerce, 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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