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Coffee & Connections
Thursday, August 3 | 9 - 10 AM
Register Now
Please join us this Thursday at 9 AM for our virtual Coffee & Connections. For new & prospective members, this is the perfect opportunity to introduce your business and meet other members and Chamber staff. For veteran members, it is a great way to let new members learn about your business and talk about anything new and exciting in the works for you. So grab a cup of your favorite morning beverage and Zoom in from your home or office for an informal "Get to Know My Business" networking session. Also, if you know someone who would enjoy learning more about the Chamber, please invite them to attend!
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Festival by the Sea
Saturday, August 5 | 10 AM - 4 PM (Rain or Shine!)
Avoid the Parking Hassle and Take the Free Shuttle from Manchester Essex High School
Festival by the Sea is a celebration of the things that are synonymous with greater Cape Ann in the summertime: Art, Music & Food! Artist & artisan booths will be spread throughout downtown Manchester. Your senses will be inspired by the beautiful art, extraordinary live music and the aromas of delicious, local foods.
Download Map Brochure | See A List of Artisans, Non-profits and Food Vendors
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Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays featuring Deep Blue
Tuesday, August 1 | 6 - 8 PM
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Business After Hours - Cellar Door in Ipswich
Wednesday, August 9 | 5 - 7 PM
Join us at Cellar Door in Ipswich for our August Business After Hours on August 9. Meet with fellow Chamber members and local businesses, while enjoying food, beverages, and browsing their great variety of culinary delights, including olive oils, local cheeses, and BBQ rubs
Please remember to bring your business card for the door prize raffle!
Register Now | Download Flyer
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2nd 2023 Gloucester Main Street Block Party
Saturday, August 12 | 6 - 10 PM
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Businesswomen's Sunset Sail
Thursday, August 17 | 5 - 8 PM
Schooner Adventure - Maritime Gloucester
$55 members | $65 non-members
Enjoy a spectacular sail aboard Schooner Adventure, one of Gloucester's oldest working vessels. Sail Gloucester Harbor and beyond, experience a glorious Cape Ann Sunset, and enjoy the company of colleagues. A light meal will be served including delicious sandwiches, chips, and cookies. The event is BYOB, so pack your own libations to enjoy on the sail! Water and soda will be provided on board.
All proceeds benefit the Carolyn M. O'Connor Scholarship Fund.
Registration is Required | Download Flyer
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WEEKLY EVENTS
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Lois Lane and the Daily Planets
Thursday, August 3 | 6 - 8:30 PM
Misselwood Events at Endicott College
Celebrate the final month of summer with Lois Lane and the Daily Planets. Live music, ocean views and cold drinks make for a perfect summer event. You will surely be up out of your seat and dancing! Buy Tickets
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Lobster Rolls for a Cause
Order Deadline: August 4
Pick Up Friday, August 11 | 11 AM - 3 PM
The Residence at Riverbend
Join The Residence at Riverbend for Lobsterfest Curbside Pickup to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Take away a complete meal of lobster roll with coleslaw, chips, dessert, and a drink. $25 Donation: Cash or check (payable to the Alzheimer’s Association).
Reservations are required by August 4th. Contact Tara Jalbert tjalbert@residenceriverbend.com or 978-356-1300 to order your meal and help a great cause.
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Romeo & Juliet - A Lanes Coven Theater Production
Opening Night: August 4 | 7 - 9:30 PM
Various Nights through August 20
Windhover Center for the Performing Arts
You will not want to miss this opportunity to see this classic outdoor Shakespeare play at Windhover, where the magic of the stage merges seamlessly with the enchantment of the great outdoors. Bring your own refreshments and enjoy them while surrounded by the beauty of nature and the gentle breeze caressing your face, as you watch talented actors bring Shakespeare's timeless words to life. Buy Tickets
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Gloucester Sidewalk Bazaar
Friday, August 4 & Saturday, August 5 | 9 AM - 5 PM
Now celebrating its 65th year, the Sidewalk Bazaar takes place on Main Street in downtown Gloucester. Enjoy more than 120 vendors, street food, live music and children’s activities. Main Street Gloucester will be closed to automobile traffic from Duncan Street to Porter Street.
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Roaring Twenties Lawn Party
Saturday, August 5 & Sunday, August 6 | 3 - 8 PM
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, Ipswich
Reimagine the Roaring Twenties with a two-day lawn party set on this National Historic Landmark, where you’ll find 1920s jazz, antique autos, a vintage fair, flappers and dandies, and picnickers galore. Buy Tickets
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Fair by the Sea, Rummage and Vintage
Saturday, August 5 | 10 AM - 2 PM
First Parish Church, Manchester
Visit Fair by the Sea, a rummage sale and vintage sale during the Festival by the Sea. Along with their sale they are offering the opportunity for vintage vendors to purchase tablespace. Please e-mail office.fpchurch@gmail.com if you are interested.
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Annual Book Sale - Friends of Manchester Public Library
Saturday, August 5 | 10 AM - 4 PM
Stock up on bargain books, paperbacks $2 (3 for $5), hardbacks $4 (3 for $10), fiction, non-fiction, children’s and YA (young adult). YA authors, Sarah Patt and Jeff Denoncour will be in person selling signed copies of their latest books! Browse and buy before strolling down to Masconomo park for music and nibbles. Donations to the library are graciously accepted.
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Snakes of Massachusetts and the World!
Sunday, August 6 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM
Halibut Point State Park
Afraid of snakes? You won’t be after learning about and seeing up-close a variety of local snakes and a few exotic ones! Snake fans will enjoy safe handling. Rick Roth, herpetologist and Executive Director of the Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team, will bring some of his favorite snakes to Halibut Point State Park. Join us for Rick’s presentation outside the Visitors Center. Bring your camera! Co-sponsored with Friends of Halibut Point State Park.
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Woodman's of Essex
August Lobster Fest: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August
Music Video Bingo | Thursday, August 3 | 6 - 8 PM
Chris Cart - Acoustic Guitar | Tuesday, August 8 | 5 - 8 PM
Music Video Bingo | Thursday, August 10 | 6 - 8 PM
Music Video Bingo | Tuesday, August 15 | 6 - 8 PM
Vern Zwicker & Steve Somers 60s Jams | Thursday, August 17 | 6 - 8 PM
Chris Cart - Acoustic Guitar | Tuesday, August 22 | 5 - 8 PM
Vern Zwicker & Steve Somers 60s Jams | Thursday, August 24 | 6 - 8 PM
Download Summer Schedule
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Midsummer Art Festival
Advanced Viewing August 6 | 3 PM
Meet the Artist August 6 | 6 PM
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.
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 August 12, from 2 PM to 7 PM daily and feature live demonstrations by artists.
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Zack Nugent Dead Set
Sunday, August 6 | 8 - 10 PM
Cape Ann Cruises
Climb aboard the Wejack, a legendary Gloucester Yacht, for this special event of Zack Nugent’s Dead Set taking place in beautiful Gloucester Harbor. Prepare to be transported to the heart and soul of the Grateful Dead's music as Zach Nugent's Dead Set embarks on a monumental run of shows for the Days Between Tour. Buy Tickets
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Hearing Wellness Group
Wednesday, August 9 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Essex Senior Center, 17 Pickering St., Essex.
Beauport Hearing Care is leading a 'hearing wellness' discussion group. This recurring in-person event takes place on the second Wednesday every month, starting at 10:30 a.m. Come with any questions and funny personal stories about hearing. Get wellness tips and resources. David and Judi Bergeron of Beauport Hearing Care in Magnolia have lots of stories.
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Sawyer Free Folk Showcase with George Clements
Thursday, August 10 | 6 - 7 PM
Sawyer Free Library
Steeped in American folk music traditions, the New England based guitarist and singer/songwriter, George Clement, will perform a 45-minute set followed by a brief discussion about his musical career and his approach to songwriting.
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2023 Gloucester Stage Benefit Dinner
Friday, August 11 | 5:30 - 9 PM
North Shore Arts Association
Join us for a celebration of the Gloucester Stage Company and the continued support for live theater from our friends and community. For over 44 years our audiences have been inspired, educated, and entertained.
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Rockport Rotary Lobster Raffle 2023
Win 20 Pounds of Lobster!
Drawing: August 24, 2023
Four Lucky Winners will each win 20 Pounds of Local Lobster!
Individual tickets are $5; or a get a book of five for $20.
Tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce, from any Rockport Rotarian or at Tuck’s Candy & Gifts. Download Flyer
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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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