Announcement: Due to the Fourth of July holiday, there will be no Coffee & Connections in July.
We will resume our virtual networking sessions on Thursday, August 1.
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Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays Kicks Off on July 2
Enjoy live music and dancing on the riverwalk in downtown Ipswich every Tuesday in July and August. Free to the public and fun for the whole family!
July Line Up
2: Sweet Soul Sounds
9: Deep Blue
16: Orville Giddings Band
23: Dead to the Core
30: Jambalaya Horns
Download Flyer
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Young Professionals Sunset Sail Aboard the Schooner Thomas E. Lannon
Thursday, July 18 | 6:15 - 8 PM
Gloucester House Pier
$10 for Chamber Members | $20 for Non-members
Calling all young professionals! Join the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce's Next Gen Young Professionals committee aboard the Thomas E. Lannon for a sunset sail around picturesque Gloucester Harbor. Mingle with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and forge new connections in a unique and inspiring setting. Light refreshments will be served on board along with a cash bar. We look forward to welcoming you on deck! View Details & Register Now
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2nd Annual Blackburn Brew Fest | |
Blackburn Brew Fest Tickets Now on Sale
Saturday, September 21 | 1 - 5 PM
$50 per Person | $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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"Woodman's On Wheels" Kick-Off Celebration
Wednesday, June 26 | 5 - 8 PM
Woodman's Salt Marsh Tent
Join Woodman's of Essex for their "Woodman's on Wheels" Food Truck Kick-Off celebration!
5:00 PM: Doors Open
5:30 PM: Program Begins
5:45 PM: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Steel Drum Entertainment • Cash Bar • Refreshments
(Rain or Shine)
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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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Upcoming Division Meetings
Rockport: Monday July 22, 5:30pm @ Town Hall
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Rockport Rotary Annual Lobster Raffle
Drawing on
Thursday, August 1
Raffle Tickets Available for Purchase at the Chamber Office
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SAVE THE DATE
Gloucester Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, August 17
Stage Fort Park
More Details Coming Soon
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Beauport Cruiselines Dinner Cruises | |
North Shore Arts Association
Through June 24
The North Shore Arts Association invites the public to celebrate exhibitions of artworks by Rocky Forsyth and Dave Dinnon.
Rocky Forsyth Solo Show
Rocky’s background as an outdoorsman and intimate understanding of nature brings a certain aliveness to his works on paper and his intricate wood carvings of waterfowl.
Dave Drinon Solo Show
Dave’s work encapsulates the beauty of New England, showcasing a variety of representational landscapes
Learn More
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Date Night Aboard the Schooner Ardelle
Friday, June 21 | 5:30 - 8 PM
While your kids are fully entertained and supervised by the Maritime Gloucester Education Staff, you can be sailing blissfully on Gloucester Harbor, enjoying some adult time and a cocktail. Your kids won’t even know you’re gone as they explore our Aquarium and Science Center. Ticket price includes 2 adult beverages onboard and pizza for the kiddos. After you experience a gorgeous sunset, you must remember to pick up your children! Reserve Tickets
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Mid-Sommar Fest-Spiran Lodge #98
Saturday, June 22 | 10 AM - 1 PM
Spiran Lodge, Rockport
Join Spiran Lodge # 98 for Mid-Sommar Fest. Enjoy Nisu & Pastries for sale, along with Hot Dogs, Swedish Meatballs, Swedish Hamburgers, Nisu & Coffee, Strawberries & Cream, Nordic Gifts and live entertainment from Woodland Spark. View Flyer
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Summer Reading Literary Salon and Showcase
Sunday, June 23 | 2 - 3 PM
Hastings House, 14 Oak Street, Beverly
You've made your summer plans, but have you figured out what you're going to read yet? What makes a good beach read anyway? Co-owner of The Book Shop of Beverly Farms, Hannah Harlow will lead a discussion with four authors, all with new books out that will fit perfectly into your beach bag, about all of this and more. Come celebrate the season with us in the last Literary Salon event of our spring series. Learn More | Registration Appreciated
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Cynthia Curtis Summer Pottery Classes
June 24 - August 16
All levels of experience - beginners are always welcome!
Wheel throwing - Hand Building- Glazing
Private lessons - Independent Study Program - Retail Gallery
Sessions
Monday Mornings & Afternoons
Tuesday Evenings
Wednesday Mornings & Afternoons
Friday Mornings
Please call 978.546.6186 or email info@cynthiacurtispottery.com to register
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Backyard Growcery
Wednesday, June 26 | 2:30 - 6:30 PM
Stop by Gloucester’s new weekly farmers market, the Backyard Growcery, managed by food equity non-profit organization Backyard Growers. The Backyard Growcery is located at Burnham’s Field, an urban park near Gloucester’s thriving waterfront, and features small-scale North Shore farmers, bakers, a seafood vendor, an artisanal pizza maker, and more, throughout the season. Learn More
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Gloucester Harbor Schooner Sail for LGBTQTeens
Friday, June 28 | 4:30 - 8 PM
Schooner Adventure
Schooner Adventure will offer a free, private sail in Gloucester Harbor for LGBTQ teenagers and their allies, ages 13-18, on Friday evening, June 28. The schooner sail is organized by the Cape Ann Pride Coalition and Younity and is free to participants thanks to a grant from Awesome Gloucester and other donations. (Permission slips required for ages 13- 17)
To Sign Up: email stephenh@capeannpride.org | Learn More
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Lanes Coven Theater Co
A Midsummer's Night Dream
July 12th (fundraiser open to public, tickets $150)
July 13th - July 28th *note, no show on Thursday July 25th
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Looking for more exposure for your business or special promotion? We offer several opportunities for advertising in Soundings.
For details, please download the 2024 Advertising Contract or contact Cindy.
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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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