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43rd Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival
Saturday & Sunday, August 17 & 18
Stage Fort Park, Gloucester
This vibrant seaside festival features over 200 juried booths of exceptional arts, crafts,
specialty foods, authors, musicians, food trucks, antique cars, craft demonstrations and more!. Discover exceptional arts, crafts, foods, authors, and musicians—there’s a handmade treasure for everyone! Learn More
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Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays
Just two more Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays are left! We have had great crowds this summer by the river! Join us next Tuesday for music by Picante Soul from 6 to 8 PM
August Line Up
20: Picante Soul
27: The Far Out
Every Tuesday in July and August. Free to the public and fun for the whole family! Download Flyer to See Full Line Up
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Business After Hours at Russell Orchards, Ipswich
Wednesday, August 21 | 5 - 7 PM
Join us at Russell Orchards for our August Business After Hours networking.
In addition to fresh seasonal fruit and a large selection of all-natural veggies picked daily, Russell Orchards offers exceptional honey harvested from their hives, gorgeous bright-yolked farm fresh eggs, freshly baked goodies, and their award-winning fruit wines and ciders.
Free for members; $10 for non-members.
Please Register to Attend
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Protect Your Creativity: Intellectual Property Basics for the Artist, Creative Entrepreneur, and Small Businesses
Monday, August 26 | 5 - 7:30 PM | Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
With the rapid rise in technology, online access, and AI, it is important to know how to protect your intellectual property. Join the Chamber's Arts & Culture Alliance and presenter Amanda Nelson, J.D., Artium Amore, PLLC, to learn the legal foundations of copyright, trademark, licensing, and rights of publicity in this interactive session. This workshop is FREE for members and $15 for non-members. Learn More & Register | Download Flyer
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BWC Main Street Meet-Up
Friday, September 20 | 11 AM - 7 PM
Registration Deadline: August 31
Attention Main Street Area Business Owners!
The Businesswomen’s Committee of the Greater Cape Ann Chamber invites you to participate in our second annual Main Street Meet-Up. We hope to introduce many new shoppers and networkers to your products and services! Participation is open to all business owners and free for Chamber members and $25 for non-members.
The first Main Street Meet-Up was fun for business owners and shoppers alike and was a great way to promote businesses in the Main Street Gloucester area. This year promises to be even better, with expanded hours to give shoppers more opportunity to explore at their leisure. Download the Registration Form to Learn More
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37th Annual Love Cape Ann
Fundraising Auction
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!
Buy your tickets to the auction now and save $$!
Valid Until August 31, 2024
$69 per person
Table of 10 for $650
Pricing after August 31
$75 per person
Table of 10 for $700
Auction is September 26, 2024.
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2nd Annual Blackburn Brew Fest Advance Ticket Sales Open
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Blackburn Brew Fest Tickets Now on Sale
Saturday, September 21 | 1 - 5 PM
$50 per Person in Advance ($60 at the Door) | $10 Designated Driver Ticket
Experience one of the best views on Cape Ann with a cold beer in your hand this September. Located next to the beach on the historic Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, sample hundreds of beers, ciders, and meads brewed by over 30 Commonwealth breweries. Benefiting the Cape Ann Community Foundation, Buy Your Ticket Now
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Please Check the Full Community Calendar for All Member Event Listings
Please Note: It is that time of year when the calendar is getting very busy and the listing of events in this section can only extend out a week or so, We will try to get as many events listed as possible, depending on the number of events for the week.
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Artist Demonstration: Loren Doucette
Wednesday, August 14 | 4 - 6 PM
The Emerson Inn, Rockport
Come see our Artist in Residence, Loren Doucette, in her element as she paints and educates the public about her process. Enjoy a cash bar and free snacks while you watch her creation come to life. Bring a friend and your appetite, as the Parlor Bar will be open to the public. Reservations can be made on RESY.
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Lobster Rolls for a Cause
Residence at Riverbend Fundraiser
Benefits the Alzheimer's Association
Thursday, August 22
Orders Due Thursday, August 15
$30 Donation
Take away a complete meal! Lobster roll with coleslaw, chips, dessert, and a drink.
Reservations are required by Aug. 15th Contact the Residence at Riverbend to reserve your meal(s) and select a pickup time.
Contact Tara Jalbert
tjalbert@residenceriverbend.com
978-356-1300
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Open Shop at C.B. Fisk
Saturday, August 17 | 2 - 6 PM
21 Kondelin Rd, Gloucester
We cordially invite you to join us at our Gloucester workshop to celebrate the creation of two new pipe organs. Hong Kong Baptist University will be the home of Opus 158 a 3 manual, 33 stop recital organ and Opus 159 a 3 manual, 7 stop companion practice organ. Both instruments will be on display and playing. We look forward to seeing you.
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Author Talk & Book Signing
Saturday, August 17 | 2:30 - 4:30 PM
Rockport Public Library
Best-selling author Anita Diamant will join Rockport businesses Wordsmithie and Susies Stories, collectively known as Ode to The Toad, to discuss her writing and her life, including what inspires her about Cape Ann, where many of her books are set. She is the author of thirteen books, most recently Period. End of Sentence., the New Chapter in the Fight for Menstrual Justice. Her first novel, New York Times bestseller, The Red Tent, has been published in more than 25 countries. Her other novels include The Boston Girl, Day after Night, The Last Days of Dogtown, and Good Harbor. Learn More
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Dennis Poirier Solo Show
August 17 - September 5
Opening Reception: Saturday, August 17 | 1 - 3 PM
Dennis Poirier grew up in Gloucester. The colors, sights, and sounds of the busy port and fishing fleet inspired Dennis. His earliest memory is of his father drawing his portrait. Dennis says his parents always supported his art and that gave him confidence. Learn More About Dennis
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Plant Swap at The Willow WItch
Thursday, August 22 | 6- 9 PM
206 Main Street, Gloucester
Looking for some new plants, or looking to get rid of the plants you already have? The Willow Witch is hosting our first in-store plant swap! Bring your extra plants and trade them with fellow plant lovers. It's a great way to diversify your collection and meet like-minded individuals. Share plants with other garden witches, or pick up a few new ones to take home! Customers who bring a plant to swap can enjoy a 10% discount on their purchase from The Willow Witch. Mocktails & light refreshments will be provided for you to enjoy while you swap & shop.
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Fall Pottery Classes - Cynthia Curtis
August 26 - October 18
8-week session of pottery classes begins August 26.
- Pottery classes are offered year-round to all skill levels.
- Learn to use the pottery wheel, hand building techniques (pinch pots, slab pieces and coil pots), and glazing.
- Classes are small (8 students) with a focus on individualized attention.
- One wheel per student is guaranteed.
- Beginners welcome!.
- Learn More
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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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