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ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT TO APPLY 2024 CACF Grant Cycle
April 1 - April 30, 2024
The Cape Ann Community Foundation (CACF) invites 2024 proposals for grants. Applications will be available on Monday, April 1, 2024 and must be submitted by Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Grants are awarded from the proceeds made from the Cape Ann License Plate and direct donations from the community. Our grants range from $1,000 to $5,000 for projects that support the Foundation’s mission in the following areas: Regional Promotion, Economic Development, and Training and Education. Learn More
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Businesswomen's Committee Spring Mixer at Fleur Cuisine Harborside
Thursday, April 25 | 5 - 7 PM
The Greater Cape Ann Chamber's Businesswomen’s Committee invites all to meet and mingle with other Greater Cape Ann business professionals at Fleur Cuisine Harborside in lovely and historic downtown Rockport. Join us for a fun evening of networking with a cash bar and complimentary appetizers. There will be a brief facilitated networking game as well as a Business Card Swap and Door Prize drawing! As with all Businesswomen's Mixers, men are always welcome to join us.
Register Now! Free for Members - $15 for Non-members
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Join the Fun and Register for
the Second Annual Swing into Spring: A Learn to Play Golf Event for Women
Driving Range and Short Game Golf Instruction (1 hour) plus 3 Holes of Playing Instruction (1 hour)
Two Sessions Available:
Monday, May 6 or Wednesday, May 8
9:30 - 11:30 AM
Sun ' N Air Golf Center
$65 Members | $80 Non-Members
Limited to 12 Golfers per Session
Registration Deadline is Monday, April 22
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2024 Spring Tourism Mixer
Tuesday, May 14 | 5 - 7 PM
Hammond Castle Museum
Attention All Hospitality & Tourism Related Businesses of Greater Cape Ann
Join us for our annual Greater Cape Ann Spring Tourism Mixer, as we gather at the spectacular Hammond Castle Museum in Gloucester to celebrate the 2024 season. It's time to mingle with your tourism community colleagues and share updates on plans for the coming year.
We will review the 2024 calendar and cross-promotional opportunities, discuss “soft season” plans, and cover other topics important to the future of tourism in greater Cape Ann. Be sure to bring promotional materials to share.
Download Flyer | Registration Now Open
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Motif No. 1 Day
Saturday, May 18 | 9 AM - 5 PM
Downtown Rockport
Motif No. 1 Day, a beloved community event long cherished by residents and visitors as a celebration of Rockport's iconic fishing shack, returns for 2024! We invite you to join us on Saturday, May 18 (rain date May 19) for this all-day, family-friendly event in the beautiful coastal community of Rockport.
Sponsor and vendor opportunities are available. Please contact Colleen for more information about participating.
Download Flyer
Download Sponsorship Form
Download Gallery Participation Form (Rockport Galleries Only - Free for Members)
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SAVE THE DATE
Cape Ann Community Foundation's Candlepins for a Cause
Thursday, June 6 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Cape Ann Lanes
More details will be available soon at lovecapeann.com.
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Member Spotlight & Solopreneur Profile | |
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Meet Lindsey Egan, an attorney and founder of Egan Law Center in Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA. Egan Law Center uses a creative, confident, and compassionate approach to maximize the control you have in your situation, while empowering you to make informed decisions that safeguard your family and financial future.
Learn More ABout Egan Law Center
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Stacy Gooding of Good Order Professional Organizing offers decluttering, responsible recycling and organizing services. Being invited into a person’s home and being trusted with the personal details of their lives requires empathy, discretion, and accountability without judgment.
Learn more about how Stacy can help you get organized!
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Do You Want Your Business Featured in a Chamber Member Spotlight?
If you would like to be considered, please let us know by filling in the Member Spotlight Request Form. These spotlight opportunities are open to all members, on a first-come, first-served basis. Once we receive your request form and confirm that you are a member in good standing, we will send you a profile questionnaire.
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Do you have a news story or helpful resource to share? If so, send it to us by Monday of each week and we will try to include it in our Tuesday Business Soundings!
Please email news stories and press releases to cindy@capeannchamber.com
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5-year Strategic Plan for Tourism Marketing in Gloucester
Wednesday, April 24 | 8:30 - 10 AM
Cruiseport Gloucester
Discover Gloucester is currently working with Open the Door to develop a new 5-year strategic plan for tourism marketing in Gloucester, made possible through ARPA funding granted by the City of Gloucester.
They want to hear from you as part of the stakeholder surveying process! Join them Wednesday, April 24th from 8:30-10:00 am at Cruiseport Gloucester for coffee, breakfast nibbles, networking, and structured discussions on the future of tourism in Gloucester. RSVP to bit.ly/dgplan. This event is free and open to all tourism industry stakeholders.
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Bookstore of Beverly Farms participating in Inaugural North of Boston Book Trail
The North of Boston Book Trail is a group of 16 independently owned bookstores in the region North of Boston working together to bring more book lovers – both locals and tourists – into all of their shops. The Trail showcases the unique character and charm of each bookstore, while also highlighting the diverse literary community in the area.
By working together, these independent bookstores hope to create a greater sense of community and to foster a love of reading and books across the state. Whether you’re looking for a hard-to-find book or the latest bestseller, you’re sure to find it at one of the participating stores on the Trail. See the List of All Participating Bookstores & Join the Passport Challenge
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Annual Drug Take-Back Day
Saturday, April 27 | 10 AM - 1 PM
Ipswich Middle/High School
(From Ipswich Local News) The Ipswich Police Department, in collaboration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency and community partners, will hold an event to collect prescription drugs on Saturday, April 27.
The annual Drug Take Back Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the middle/high school. It will be combined with the annual Touch A Truck event, giving younger residents the opportunity to explore police, fire, and EMS vehicles, as well as construction vehicles.
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SeniorCare 50th Annual Meals on Wheels Breakfast Fundraiser at The Gloucester House
“A Wicked Good Breakfast for a Wicked Good Cause”
Sponsors are needed for SeniorCare’s 50th anniversary Meals on Wheels Breakfast Fundraiser at The Gloucester House on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 7:00 am to 9:30 am. Information about sponsoring this important community event or purchasing tickets can be found online at www.seniorcareinc.org or call SeniorCare Development Officer Jeanette Nolan at 978-281-1750 x-589. Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit SeniorCare’s Meals on Wheels program—providing lunch to more than 600 elders on the North Shore each day.
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Machinist Training Program: Train for a well-paying career as a Machinist for FREE at NSCC.
For the third summer, Gloucester is proud to announce the return of a technical career advancement initiative aimed at empowering its residents with manufacturing skills. With Foundational preparation provided by North Shore Community College, Gloucester High School will then host the adult vocational classes in their machine shop. This comprehensive 300-hour vocational training program in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and manual machining, is poised to equip individuals with essential skills needed in the manufacturing industry, including a NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) CNC Milling Certification. The next free class starts on May 22. Download Press Release | Learn More & Sign Up Today
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Cape Ann Animal Aid Pet of the Week
Meet Chloe, a 12-year-old female who is soft-spoken, sophisticated and ready to start anew. She spent her life in a home with another cat and would likely tolerate another but wouldn’t mind getting all the love and attention. Chloe prefers to stay clear of the hustle and bustle, and because of this, would enjoy a quieter, low traffic home to live out her retirement years. She is still relatively playful and often seeks attention from staff here at Cape Ann Animal Aid. As part of CAAA’s extended stay program, Chloe’s adoption fee has been waived! Visit www.capeannanimalaid.org for more information about Chloe and all the other animals waiting for homes
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Get FREE Vending Machines For Your Business, School, or Health Facility.
Learn More
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Youth Education and Empowerment, Next Generation Storytellers and Community Engagement Local Impact Grants Available
In 2024, NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants will award $2.5 million to nonprofit organizations in 11 NBC and Telemundo owned television station markets. The grant program will provide unrestricted funds to eligible nonprofits with total expenses between $100,000 and $1,000,000.
The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation, NBC and Telemundo owned television stations will fund organizations that are doing work in three specific areas: Youth Education and Empowerment, Next Generation Storytellers and Community Engagement. These grants are general operating grants, and your application will be reviewed based on your overall work and impact in your local community. Applications due by April 19, 2024.
Apply Now | See List of 2023 Recipients
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Resource Guide for Businesses: Connecting Your Businesses to the Services You Need
This guide serves as an overview of resources such as organizations and programs, which offer benefits and services to address the workforce development and expansion needs of businesses and employers in Massachusetts.
The guide is organized into five main categories:
1. Recruiting and hiring
2. Training, consultation, and workplace safety
3. Layoff aversion and management
4. Business development and partnerships
5. Business compliance
Download PDF Copy of Guide
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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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