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Current Workforce Challenges Panel Discussion
Wednesday, November 8 | 5 - 7 PM
Cruiseport Gloucester
Please join the Greater Cape Ann Innovators Collaborative for a FREE expert panel discussion on Current Workforce Challenges and solutions for the existing labor market. Our panel of experts will be presenting innovative strategies to recruit, retain and develop the workforce. Each presentation will be approximately 15 minutes. There will be a question-and-answer period and open discussion following the presentations.
Panelists include:
Jason Andree, Vice President, Addison Gilbert Hospital
Neil Costa, CEO, HireClix
William Heineman, President, North Shore Community College
Kathy Low, Sr. HR Business Partner, SPG Varian Business Unit, Applied Materials
Light appetizers and cash bar will be offered. Registration is required for this FREE event.
To register, please visit https://bit.ly/CAIC-Workforce or email info@capeannchamber.com.
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It was so much fun to have the two top winners in the $25K Game present at the drawing to accept their winnings this year! Michael & Michele French (Michele was also top seller this year) took home the $10K prize and Mary Queene won the $5K. Click here for full list of winners.
Didn't win this year? Don't fret... your chance for a big win is just around the corner with the 2024 Irish Sweepstakes in March!
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In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Employers Against Domestic Violence recently hosted a free training session for Greater Cape Ann Chamber members. Learn best practices for prevention, education, and resources. Understand how domestic violence is affecting your business and how to recognize the signs to help. A video recording of the training is now available on the Chamber website or on Vimeo.
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2024 Media Kit and Advertising Contracts
Download Media Kit
Download Greater Cape Ann Guide & Map Advertising Contract
Download Rockport Map and RockportUSA.com Advertising Contract
It is that time of year again when we begin thinking about 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 and pay by the end of 2023 will get an automatic 10% discount of any advertisement - this also includes advertising on our three websites.
The Media Kit and 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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Your copy should address 3 key questions: Who am I writing for? (Audience) Why should they care? (Benefit) What do I want them to do here? (Call-to-Action)
Create a great offer by adding words like "free" "personalized" "complimentary" or "customized." A sense of urgency often helps readers take an action, so think about inserting phrases like "for a limited time only" or "only 7 remaining"!
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2023 Summer Season in Review
Thursday, November 9 | 5:30 - 7 PM
Gloucester Stage Company
Join us and Discover Gloucester at Gloucester Stage Company for the 2023 Season Summer in Review. The summer season will be discussed in light of the information collected at the recent Restaurant, Arts/Culture, Attractions, Retail and Lodging Roundtable Sessions. Learn about what was good, problems encountered and the possible solutions. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP if you would like to attend.
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Winter Lights is back for the Fourth Season
Discover Gloucester and the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce are excited to be collaborating on the 4th Annual Winter Lights on Cape Ann this holiday season! Please complete the form below to sign up to be included in the online map which has had over 17,000 views since last fall!
Participation is free! We ask that you have holiday lights and decor of your choice up and visible to passersby starting Small Business Saturday, through January 1 (and beyond if you so choose). Also, back by popular demand for the 2nd year: A decorating contest option!
Click here to learn more and sign up today.
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In Gloucester, trick-or-treaters will gather in several areas of the city, including along Main Street from 4 to 6 p.m. for the city’s “Halloween Stroll,” sponsored by the Gloucester Merchant Association.
In Essex, there will be road closures from 5 to 8 p.m. on Winthrop, Pickering and Maple streets to allow a traffic-free community trick-or-treating event. Officers will be out patrolling, including directing traffic around the streets to be closed to vehicles.
In Ipswich, trick or treat hours are 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. with no set road closures.
In Manchester, Norwood Avenue, Brook Street, Desmond Avenue, Vine Street and Allen Avenue in the “Village Area” will be closed to cars (except to the streets’ residents) from about 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for trick or treating. Several police officers will patrol, including at least three who will walk through the neighborhoods.
In Rockport, there are no set trick-or-treat hours and no road closures on Halloween.
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Upcoming GCACC Division Meetings
Essex: Wednesday, October 25 at Woodman's | 8 - 9 AM
Manchester-by-the-Sea: Wednesday, November 8 | 8 - 9 AM (To be confirmed)
Ipswich: Thursday, November 9 at Town Hall | 8 - 9 AM (rescheduled from 11/3)
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If you have driven through Essex, you have seen some of these creative designs from the Great Essex Scarecrow Festival brought to you by the Friends of Essex Council on Aging. Check out more photos on our Facebook Page! | |
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Buy One Ticket Get One Free Special Deal for Chamber Members
Call Jeff at 978-515-0484 to Take Advantage of this Deal
Halloween Sunset/Moonrise Gloucester Harbor Cruise Aboard the Wejack
Tuesday, October 31 | 5 - 8 PM
Ahoy, Halloween Enthusiasts! Get ready to set cruise on a beautiful sunset and moonrise cruise! It doesn’t get better than this! Join Cape Ann Cruises for the spookiest dance party in beautiful Gloucester Harbor as they transform the Wejack into a Halloween party! Fun music with beats that'll make your bones dance! A fully stocked bar serving up devilishly delicious concoctions! Learn More
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Town of Rockport Employment Opportunities
Rockport has numerous, full-time, benefited job openings, including the following:
- Sewer & Water Division Specialist (Full-time, benefited)
- Transfer Station Facility Foreman (Full-time, benefited)
- Transfer Station Specialist (Full-time, benefited)
- DPW Clerk (Full-time benefited)
- Administrative Services Manager (Full-time, benefited)
- Specialist - Water Treatment Plant Operator (Full-time, benefited)
- Technical Support Specialist (Full-time, benefited)
- Full-time Police Officer
- Sewer and Water Division Specialist (Full-time, benefited)
Visit the Town of Rockport website for more information
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Cape Ann Animal Aid Pet of the Week
Pretty Rickette, a 12-year-old lady, is still looking to have a second chance at love and a home where to spend the rest of her days. She’s super sweet and craves attention. She doesn’t seem to mind the other cats. She’s considered a special needs adoption because she has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and early onset kidney disease. She seeks somewhere to sit back and relax and enjoy being pampered. Her adoption fee has been reduced! If you think Pretty Rickette would make a good addition to your family, stop by and visit her today! Visit www.capeannanimalaid.org for more information about her and all the other animals waiting for homes here at the Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter, 4 Paws Lane in Gloucester.
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| Enterprise Center Workshops
| | 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! | | |
Continuing Hot Deals
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 Julieif you need assistance
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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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