Vita Bella Ristorante Ribbon Cutting and Open House
Tuesday, November 14 | 3 - 4:30 PM
109 Eastern Ave, Essex
Join us this afternoon we celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Vita Bella Ristorante. Please stop by to meet the owners Susan Werrick and Jael Reyes, enjoy some appetizers and meet the team.
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Business After Hours
Wednesday, November 15 | 5 - 7 PM
Fleur Cuisine Harborside, Rockport
Join us and fellow (& future) chamber members at Fleur Cuisine Harborside for our November Business After Hours. Light appetizers will be served and a cash bar will be available. And remember to bring your business card for a door prize raffle!
NEW! For all members that bring a Plus 1 (friend, business colleague, etc.), you will each have a chance to win at $25 CA Gift Check!
Download Flyer | Register Today
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Current Workforce Challenges Panel Discussion
Video Recording Now Available
Thank you to all the presenters and attendees at the recent Cape Ann Innovators Collaborative discussion on Current Workforce Challenges. For those who could not make it in person, a video recording of the entire session is now available for your viewing.
Panelist Presentations
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Jason Andree, Vice President, Addison Gilbert Hospital (Time stamp: 2:05)
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Neil Costa, CEO, HireClix (Time stamp: 30:15)
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Dr. Kathryn Nielson, Senior Executive Officer, North Shore Community College (Time stamp: 56:16)
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Kathy Low, Senior HR Business Partner, SPG Varian Business Unit, Applied Materials (1:20:05)
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Take Advantage of the Early Bird Discount on Advertising
It is that time of year again when we have begun selling ad space in our 2024 Guide and Maps. That means it is time for you to take advantage of our early booking discounts on ads in the guide and maps. Those who book an ad by November 30th will get an automatic 10% discount of any advertisement - this also includes advertising on our three websites.
The 2024 Media Kit and Advertising Contracts are available for download from our website. Please contact Julie Carver. our Director of Member Services, at julie@capeannchamber.com with any questions or to book your ads now!
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It has been a long time coming, but the redesigned RockportUSA.com website has been officially launched!
Unlike the old website, which ran off of a separate database, the revamped website pulls Rockport Chamber Member business details and event listings from the general Greater Cape Ann Chamber member portal. This means that data and details only need to be entered once in your Member Portal.
Rockport members are encouraged to post their events to the Rockport USA calendar - download the Event Page Cheat Sheet to learn more about posting.
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Rockport New Years Eve Buttons are Now on Sale at the Chamber Visitor Center
Buttons for adults age 19 and up cost $15 through December 15 and $20 thereafter. Buttons for youth ages 13 -18 cost $10. (CASH OR CHECK ONLY PLEASE.) Children ages 12 and under are free. Children must be accompanied by adults to enter venues, and adults who accompany children into venues must have buttons.
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Summer Season in Review Presentation
Did you miss Thursday’s Summer Season in Review presentation, a collaboration between the Greater Cape Ann Chamber & Discover Gloucester? Check out the slides here to see how summer 2023 compared to previous years along with strengths, challenges, and opportunities gathered from businesses across the tourism sector. A big shout out to Gloucester Stage for hosting the event!
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Congratulations to North of Boston CVB Award Recipients | |
Ann Turcotte Leadership Award
Steve & Rhonda Woodman
The Anne Turcotte Leadership Award is the biggest award of the night, and is given to an individual or organization whose innovation, expertise and contributions to the entire region serves as inspiration for others in the tourism industry. John Orlando and Karen Nascembeni, Chair and Vice Chair of the CVB, presented the award to Rhonda and Steve.
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Small Business Award
Maritime Gloucester
The Small Business Award award is given out to a small business/ business owner who recognizes the importance of the tourism industry and is committed to welcoming and providing exceptional experiences to visitors to Essex County. Tobin Dominick presented this award to Michael DeKoster.
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Frontline Hospitality Award
Caleb McMurphy
Hammond Castle Museum
The Frontline Hospitality Award honors a member of the region’s frontline service ambassadors. The friendliness, customer service and knowledge these individuals show set the tone for a visitor’s experience in our region. This individual regularly goes above and beyond to provide excellent customer service and encourage guests to explore the region while visiting. Tess McColgan from Discover Gloucester presented this award.
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A Survey Request from Cape Ann Museum
Dear business and community partners,
It has been great to hear from so many of you about the impact of our recent exhibition at the Cape Ann Museum, Edward Hopper & Cape Ann: Illuminating an American Landscape.
To better understand this impact, we hope you'll take 5 minutes to fill out this survey by Wednesday, November 22 so we can capture as much data as possible about the exhibition as we continue to plan for the future. Any and all feedback is appreciated!
Please feel free to send this to any other local businesses or community partners as well!
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Biotech Certificate Class Openings - beginning November 27
Gloucester Biotechnology Academy has a few spots open in the Biotech Certificate class that will start on November 27. If you know someone interested in applying, it’s not too late!
Program highlights:
- FREE training (laptop and other equipment provided at no cost)
- $7,000 stipend for students who qualify
- PAID internship (avg $23/hour)
- NO science training is required to apply
- Transportation from some communities may be available at no cost
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Night of Stars Auditions
Saturday, November 18 | 9 AM - 12 PM
Monday, November 20 | 3 - 5 PM
MERHS Auditorium
Spaulding Education Fund’s 12th Annual Night of Stars Talent Show will be held this year on Saturday, December 2 at 4:00 pm in the Manchester Essex Regional Middle High School Auditorium. This special event raises funds for Spaulding Education Fund, an independent, non-profit organization providing support for programs that enhance the academic curriculum of the Manchester Essex Regional School District. The gala performance showcases talent from the local community and features singers, dancers, comedians--and a few surprises, too.
Students of all ages, parents, teachers, and community supporters are invited to audition. Adults are welcome to accompany their children, or to perform alone. Auditions will be held at the Middle-High School Auditorium. Sign up for an audition slot at spauldingeducationfund.org. Download Press Release
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American Red Cross - Blood SOS
The American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to make and keep donation appointments now to help hospitals restock blood products for patients ahead of the holiday season. Donors of all blood types are needed, especially type O and those giving platelets to help recover from a significant shortfall in donations throughout late summer and fall, The Red Cross said.
Locally these blood drives are being held:
- Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ipswich Community Center, 25 Green St. in Ipswich.
- Nov. 21, from 2 to 7 p.m. at Magnolia Library & Community Center, 1 Lexington Ave. in Gloucester.
- Nov. 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Our Lady of Good Voyage, 142 Prospect St. in Gloucester.
Appointments also are available at the Danvers Blood Donation Center, 99 Rosewood Drive in Danvers, and by calling 800-733-2767, visiting redcrossblood.org or using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Get a Pair of Elf + Red Cross Socks when you donate by November 30.
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Cape Ann Animal Aid Pets of the Week
Honey and Huntley are two playful, bouncy 6-month-old girls with wonderful personalities and even more wonderful ears. Both retriever mixes, they love other dogs and lots of attention from people. Both have been spayed. If you think of them or both would make a good addition to your family, stop by and visit them today! Visit www.capeannanimalaid.org for more information about Wilma and all the other animals waiting for homes.
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For a list of open bids, please see OSD Procurement Schedule 11/01/2023 – 04/30/2024 | Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA) awards up to $25,000 to various organizations to fund workplace safety training. Eligible employers within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts covered by the Massachusetts Workers’ Compensation Law (MGL CH. 152) may qualify for funding. | The Workforce Training Fund Express Program is designed to help businesses respond quickly to change and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants, Express is our fastest path to funding, enhanced with an even more flexible directory of training options and 6 quick steps to success. | Please check the Business Resources Category in Chamber Blog for Business Resources available to the Cape Ann region! | | |
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We extend a big thank you to our supporting sponsors.
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