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Multi-Chamber Networking Event
Today from 5 - 7 PM
Misselwood Events at Endicott College
Please Register for this Free Event
In lieu of Business After Hours in June, please join the Chamber at Endicott College for their annual multi-chamber networking event at the historic Misselwood estate, their oceanside venue, for an evening of networking with a beautiful seaview. Enjoy delicious, complimentary appetizers and lively conversation with other area Chamber members/staff, and Endicott College & Misselwood staff. Cash bar will be available. Free parking at the Peter Frates Hall lot directly across the street.
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Small Business Persons of the Year
Community Citation Presentations
All invited. No RSVP needed.
Ipswich: Thursday, June 15 at 10:30 AM at The Inn at Castle Hill
Manchester-by-the Sea: Friday, June 16 at 4 PM at Laughing Gull Café
Rockport: Thursday, July 13 at 3 PM at the Kaihlanen Gallery.
Gloucester: TBD
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EV Chargers for Businesses, Commercial & Rental Property
Tuesday, Jun 20 | 6 - 7:30 PM
Rose Baker Senior Center
Do you own or manage a business, church, non-profit, or 5+ unit rental property on Cape Ann? Join us, the City of Gloucester and Cape Ann Climate Coalition for a free workshop to learn how you can utilize generous financial incentives to cover up to 100% of the cost of installing EV chargers! Plus, discover how you can earn revenue from the chargers and grow your business while supporting your community. Please join us at the Rose Baker Senior Center on June 20 at 6 PM to learn more. Register Today
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The first of the three 2023 Block Parties is on Saturday, July 15 -
Just One Month Away!
Last year saw thousands of people attending, visiting with non-profits, shopping & eating at participating businesses, and enjoying food trucks, street performances, music, games & family fun.
If you have not yet signed up for your space or business participation, please download and complete the appropriate application today.
Non-Profit Application | Business Application
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Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays
The Starting Lineup
July 11
Dead to the Core
July 18
Orville Giddings Band
July 25
Corey Wrinn
August 1
Deep Blue
Supporting Sponsor
Ron Elkin, Computer Doctor
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Gloucester Reads
Various Days throughout the Summer
Join Gloucester Reads to explore books by Black authors that reflect Black experiences. Gloucester Reads is a book club created for the entire community. We all have a lot to learn. Their goal is to create a welcoming Gloucester for everyone. Discussions will occur on different days and at different times during the summer. There will be opportunities to participate remotely.
Check the website events page for details | Download Flyer
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Windhover Center for the Performing Arts Upcoming Events
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Rockport Art Association & Museums Experimental Group
Exhibition " June 10 - July 19
The Rockport Art Association & Museum’s Experimental Group opens its 21st group exhibition at Rockport Art Association & Museum, 12 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966. Works on view in the exhibition range in medium to include paintings, mixed-media, graphics, sculpture, digital art and photography. Visit RAA&M
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Rockport Elder Abuse Awareness Rally
Thursday, June 15 | 12 - 1:30 PM
Five Corners, Rockport
June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month and June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. SeniorCare Inc. and several non-profit and civic organizations are holding special events throughout the North Shore to increase awareness of this growing issue in our society. Learn More
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3rd Annual Riverside Romp
Friday, June 16 | 6 - 9 PM
Ipswich Riverwalk Patio
Help Cape Ann Botannicals and Cape Ann Cannabis celebrate their anniversary at the 3rd Annual Riverside Romp featuring, blues, brews and food. Renowned blues artist Nathan James will be entertaining the crowd. Food and brews will be available for purchase from Butter UR Biscuit and True North Ale Company. Free admission.
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Tour Dogtown with Les Bartlett — Historian, Lecturer, & Photographer
A Gloucester 400+ Event
Saturday, June 17 & July 1 | 9 AM
Dogtown Commons Entrance Parking Lot C
Learn how to walk through Dogtown, how to touch a glacial erratic (The Whales Jaw), how Gloucester created the "spooky stories of witches," and what the future holds for Dogtown.
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Halibut State Park Events
Saturday, June 17 - When Granite Was King! Babson Farm Quarrying History Guided Tour @ 10 AM Over one hundred years ago, the Rockport Granite Company quarried granite stone here. Learn about the buildings, bridges, and breakwaters built to last. Night Sky & Stargazing @ 9 PM: View wonders of the night sky! Join us when the Gloucester Area Astronomy Club brings their powerful telescopes to view stars, galaxies, and planets!
Sunday, June 18 - Spring Birding Basics: 8 - 10 AM, Rain or shine
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Father's Day Sunset Sail
Sunday, June 18 | 6 - 8 PM
Schooner Thomas E. Lannon
Join the captain and crew aborad the Schooner Thomas E. Lannon for a two hour Father's Day Sunset Sail. Sit back with a beverage and enjoy the sunset or help the crew raise the sails as they head out through Gloucester's scenic working waterfront. As you sail through the harbor, you will see lighthouses, castles, scenic beaches, and magnificent waterfront homes. There are really no words to describe the beauty and tranquility of watching the sun set from a schooner. Book Your Spot Now
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Planning Ahead: Advance Directives & End-of-Life Decisions
Thursday, June 22 | 5 - 6:30 PM
The Residence at Riverbend
Join The Residence at Riverbend for a presentation focusing on the importance of planning ahead for advance directives and end-of-life care decisions. You will learn about the different types of advance directives and the advantages and disadvantages of each. They will also identify a variety of free resources that can help you complete your advance directives, and you will receive a "Five Wishes" booklet.
Please RSVP to Tara Jalbert by June 19. Download Flyer
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Free Workshop: Energy Crisis is Real & Affects Us All: What Can We Do About It?
Thursday, June 22 | 5 - 7 PM
Cazeault Solar & Home & Amanda Armstrong Group
AAG Office, 35 Fuller St., Unit 100, Magnolia
Understanding and implementing electrification & decarbonization strategies can help homeowners save money & positively effect to the environment.
If you don’t yet know the terms “electrification” and “decarbonization,” it is prudent to become familiar with them, as they are affecting our incomes, our families’ livelihoods, the value of our homes, and our environment. Electrification and decarbonization refer to the movement away from carbon fuels, towards electric-powered technologies such as electric vehicles, heat pumps, and electric hot water tanks. Limited Space is Available - Register Today | Download Flyer
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Virtual Workshop: Pest Management in Your Veggie Garden
Friday, June 23 | 5 - 6 PM
Healthy soil, sanitary tools, and cooperation with other life forms are the keys to our most effective approach to pest management in your vegetable garden: prevention! In this online workshop, Backyard Growers will walk you through how to minimize human, microbiological, and plant risk by using the ecosystem as the starting point to diagnose pest issues threatening your harvest. Register Today
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Rockport Farmers Market
Saturday, June 24 | 9 AM - 1 PM
Harvey Park, Rockport
The Rockport Farmers Market is a food-focused market offering locally produced/grown food, flowers and drinks at each week's outdoor market, taking place in the heart of downtown Rockport. Produce and locally-grown and farm-made products can be purchased on-site, while talented, local musicians perform.
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Annual Mid-Sommar Festival
Saturday, June 24 | 10 AM - 1 PM
Spiran Hall, Rockport
Join Spiran Lodge #98 for their Annual Mid-Sommar Festival. Nisu and other scandinavian pasteries, Swedish meatballs, strawberries and cream, hot dogs and Swedish hamburgers, coffee, sodas, and Nordic gifts will be available. Entertainment will be provided by the Finnish folk singing group HYVAA. Come and enjoy a taste of Nordic culture to start Summer 2023.
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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 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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