July 11, 2023

JOIN US TONIGHT FOR MUSIC ON THE IPSWICH RIVERWALK

FEATURING "DEAD TO THE CORE" FROM 6 PM - 8 PM.

The First Gloucester Main Street Block Party

is this Saturday, July 15 | 6 -10 PM

Last year all three Gloucester Main Street Block Parties returned to great reception and were attended by thousands, and this year promises to be even better!

Looking to be a Food Vendor at One of the Three main Street Block Parties?

Please contact Michelle at michelle@capeannchamber.com for availability.

Learn About State Contracts: Are you interested in conducting business with the state? Click here for a crucial monthly update that lists the contracts and their expiration and renewal dates. This information is published and maintained in the OSD (Operational Services Division) eProcurement platform. For questions, please contact William J. Funk at 857-919-1039 or wjfunk18@gmail.com.

Learn About Wind Energy in Free Webinar

Wednesday, July 12 | 5 - 6:30 PM

The Gloucester Fishermen’s Wives Association and the Gloucester Marine Station University Massachusetts Amherst are hosting a webinar on Wednesday, July 12, from 5 to 6:30 PM. This informational webinar will help attendees learn more about offshore wind energy’s potential impacts on the waters and communities of Cape Ann. Register Today

North Shore Career Center Online Workshops (MassHire)

Using Age to Your Advantage: Wednesday, July 12 @ 10 AM

Interviewing Practice: Thursday, July 13 @ 10 AM

Turbo-Charge Your Resume: Tuesday, July 18 @ 11:30 AM

Phone & Online Interviewing: Wednesday, July 19 @ 11:30 AM

Optimism & Your Job Search: Thursday, July 20 @ 11:30 AM

Magnolia Library and Cape Ann Plein Air Announce Midsummer Art Festival

Local Plein Air Artists Display Works to Benefit the Magnolia Library

The Magnolia Library and Community Center and Cape Ann Plein Air, Inc. are joining forces to present a free Midsummer Art Festival featuring the work of over a dozen Cape Ann area artists August 6 -12, 2023 in the Magnolia Community Center, 1 Lexington Ave. in Magnolia.

Over 100 pieces of art will be displayed for sale, a portion of which will benefit the Magnolia Library and Community Center. The event will kick off with an advance viewing on August 6 at 3:00PM followed by a “Meet the Artist” reception at 6PM featuring live music, hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. The show will be open throughout the week from 2PM to 7PM daily and feature live demonstrations by artists.

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Cape Ann COSMOS has published a special edition of its digital arts and culture magazine, “Gloucester 400+ COSMOS Culture Folio,” that features 15 original articles drawn from the defining stories of cultural heritage of Gloucester. 

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Rockport Eagle Scout Candidate Helps Cape Ann Animal Aid

(From Gloucester Daily Times) Cape Ann Animal Aid’s Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter, at 4 Paws Lane in Gloucester, has an outdoor fenced-in area where those hoping to adopt dogs might interact with their potential pooch. The problem was winter’s early sundown bathed the center in the shadows by the time many potential owners could get there after work. Enter Michael Elinskas, 17, who believed the site could be improved with a couple of benches that could be lighted up for evening experiences with the dogs. The Eagle Scout candidate later met with local lighting experts to come up with a solution in the form of solar-powered lighting. Learn More

Pour for a Pint Blood Drive th"Pour for a Pint" Blood Drive this Saturdays Saturday

Cape Ann Lanes & Laneside Pub & Brewery, Gloucester

Saturday, July 15 | 8:30 AM - 3 PM

Join Hook a Cure & Cape Ann Lanes for their "Pour for a Pint Blood Drive" on Saturday, July 15. Please register in advance to guarantee your spot or call 617-632-3206. Download Flyer

Essex Merchants Group, funded in part, by the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism, published an updated edition of their brochure with a map inside showing places to eat, shop, stay and play! Pick up a copy to see all that they have to offer and share with your summer guests. The brochure is available at many local businesses and on the visitessexma.com website.

Cape Ann Animal Aid Pet of the Week

Meet Penny, a 5.5-month-old available as one of Cape Ann Animal Aid’s foster-to-adopt dogs. If you think Penny would make a good addition to your family, visit www.capeannanimalaid.org for more information about me and all the other animals waiting for homes here at the Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter, 4 Paws Lane in Gloucester.

2023 BONS Home Readers’ Choice Awards Voting is Now Open.

Vote for you favorite home related business today. Voting closes August 1.

Continuing Hot Deals

Cape Ann YMCA: Reduced rate for Chamber members

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 

Guardian Angels is hiring Caregivers Immediately for Our Newest Location in Gloucester!

Spaulding Gloucester is seeking a Physical Therapy Tech (32 hours )

Cape Ann's Marina is seeking a Marine Retail Store & Parts Manager, a Marine Retail Store Clerk, and a Marine Outboard Technician/Mechanic/

Pathways for Children is seeking an Early Childhood Education Infant Toddler Paid Apprenticeship and a Transportation and Logistics Assistant

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