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LAST CALL FOR BLACKBURN BREW FEST SPONSORS
We are going to print on our Blackburn Brew Fest banner this week, so if you are interested in sponsoring, please download the Sponsorship Form or contact Sam at sam@capeannchamber.com or 978-283-1601.
Presented by the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce and NEXT GEN Young Professionals benefiting the Cape Ann Community Foundation. Learn More
Thank You to Our Current Sponsors!
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Do you love greater Cape Ann? Then Consider Supporting Our 36th Annual Love Greater Cape Ann Fundraising Auction
Each year, the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce hosts its largest fundraiser – this year the 36th Annual Love Greater Cape Ann Fundraising Auction. This critical event supports all that we do in our mission of promoting our members, providing leadership and advocacy to grow the regional economy, celebrating our culture, and enhancing the quality of life for the greater Cape Ann region. This year's auction is scheduled for September 28 at Cruiseport Gloucester, and we would love to have your support!
Sponsoring Offers Fantastic Promotional Value and Supports our Mission
This fundraiser will reach and engage a wide array of businesses and households. As such it provides a unique opportunity for your organization to have fantastic exposure with community leaders, public officials, local businesses, area residents, and visitors who travel to greater Cape Ann.
When you choose to sponsor, you are actively helping the Greater Cape Ann communities by defraying the costs associated with delivering this stellar auction event, so that proceeds can go towards grant programs, scholarships, and business promotion.
PRESENTING SPONSOR POSITION IS STILL UP FOR GRABS! This prestigious sponsorship level includes a premier table of 12, opportunity to address the audience, prominent positioning of logo on promotional materials and auction video appeal, and inclusion as Presenting Sponsor in all press releases. DOWNLOAD SPONSORSHIP FORM NOW
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Do you need more Greater Cape Ann Guides/Maps or Rockport Maps? If so. please let us know how many you would like and we can arrange to get them to you.
Please contact Cherl at cherl@capeannchamber.com or 978-283-1601 today!
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Essential Skills for Leaders is approved under the Express Grant, funded by the Massachusetts' Workforce Training Fund and administered by Commonwealth Corporation. The Workforce Training Fund Program (WTFP) will reimburse up to 100% of training costs for businesses with under 100 employees. To be eligible for reimbursement, per WTFP guidelines, the Express Grant application must be completed by: Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Begin the Grant Application.
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No registration needed. All you need is to show up on Saturday, September 2 at 7pm at Jones Creek and join the parade. Details are on the MAP (download copy). The judge's boat, Cape Ann Whale Watch's Hurricane II, will be located off the Gloucester Coast Guard station and the boats and judges will have 2 times to view each contestant. Be sure you give them a good show when you go by! | |  |
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Gloucester Luminaries & Love - Canned Goods Donations Needed
Monday, August 28 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
This is a night to remember community members who have lost to overdose / substance use and a chance to gather in support of the loved ones left behind. They are asking for donations of canned goods to help weigh down the 800+ bags, The Open Door will be onsite and collected items will be donated to them at the end of the event. We have several community collection sites but so far donations have been low. Items can be dropped at Cape Ann Lanes and The Cape Ann YMCA until August 27. Items can also be brought the night of. Volunteers are also being sought for setup and breakdown. Learn More | Download Flyer
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Friends of the Manchester Public Library Seek Artists and Photographers for Submissions
The Friends of the Manchester Library will raise money with an art show and sale with 50% of proceeds donated for the continued maintenance of Library’s resources. The show is scheduled for October 20 to 22nd at the Library. The event will serve as a platform showcasing local artistic talent, and the Friends are now soliciting works. The Friends are calling for artists and photographers who wish to be considered to submit up to five digital images in JPEG format to fallingforart@gmail.com by August 30th. JPEGs should be labelled with full name, title of work, and price. Any questions, please email fallingforart@gmail.com.
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Registration is Open for Happy as a Clam 5K Race, Walk & Fun Dashes in Essex on September 15
Sponsored by the Friends of Essex Elementary, this event is open to anyone who wants to support a community school and all the wonderful enrichment programs the students hope to enjoy throughout the year. The 5K route meanders through the beautiful back roads of Essex. The Kids' Fun Dashes are always a hit, with even the littlest ones smiling from start to finish. Come out, lace up, and pound the pavement for the students of EES. It's sure to be another fun race this year! Register Today
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Press Release
39th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival
The 39th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival is back for another spectacular Labor Day weekend, beginning on Thursday, August 31, 2023. A weekend of heritage and maritime events culminates with the highly anticipated Mayor’s Cup Schooner Race on Sunday, September 3, 2023 off from Gloucester’s back shore. This beloved regional event, a program of Maritime Gloucester, has evolved into an annual pilgrimage for schooners and a cherished community-wide celebration of Gloucester Harbor's rich maritime legacy. Read Full Press Release
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North of Boston Media Group is Seeking Your Best Holiday & Seasonal Photos
And if you live on Cape Ann or in Andover, North Andover, Haverhill, Reading, North Reading, Newburyport, Middleton, Danvers or Peabody, as well as Windham or Salem in New Hampshire, they want your best seasonal photos, stories and ideas. For the holiday editions of their magazines, they are looking for your best Christmas and seasonal cards and photos. Whether sweet or silly, clever or charming, funny or fancy, we want to see your favorites. And please feel free to dig into the family archives, they don’t have to be recent! Please send your stories and high-resolution photos to areily@northofboston.com. All submissions must be received before Aug. 25.
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Continuing Hot Deals
Cape Ann YMCA: Reduced rate for Chamber members
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Local Sales, Discounts & Promotions
Posting a Shop Our Member deal is a great way to gain exposure for your business by highlighting your special promotions. Take advantage of this FREE member benefit and list yours today by logging into your account!
*Contact Sam if you need assistance
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Wellspring is Hiring!
Overnight and Weekend Shelter Staff – Per Diem
Career Advisor | Program Coordinator
Multilingual Shelter & Family Stabilization Case Manager | Homelessness Prevention Advocate
Director of Shelter Services & Housing Opportunities
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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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