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36th Annual Love Greater Cape Ann Fundraising Auction
Thursday, September 28 | 5 - 10 PM
Cruiseport Gloucester
$100 per person - Table of 10 $1000
You are cordially invited to join us at the 36th Annual Lover Greater Cape Ann Auction on September 28. We Love Greater Cape Ann and work hard to help support our Community in many ways. Your attendance and generous bidding will help the Chamber build for the future of this special place where we live, work and play.
Everyone’s favorite auctioneer, Lynne Zink, and her daughter Anna are thrilled to be returning to their favorite place and will be leading all through a fun & exciting night including:
- Live Auction
- Silent Auction
- Fund the Future Paddle Raise
- Heads & Tails Game
The evening will also include passed hors d'oeuvres,
plated dinner, and a cash bar.
Limited Seating - Get Your Tickets Today
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Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays featuring The Mood Swings
Tuesday, August 29 | 6 - 8 PM
The last of the summer series!
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Next Gen Barbie Party in Support of
Cape Ann DCF Holiday Gift Drive
Thursday, August 31 | 7 - 10 PM
Cape Ann Lanes
Join Next Gen for dancing, bowling, & Barbie-inspired fun with DJ Scottie Mac.
All are welcome - Barbie attire encouraged! Cash bar. (Bowling not included.)
All ticket proceeds go to Cape Ann DCF Holiday Gift Drive. All accepting donations of new Barbie dolls, so have an excuse to go Barbie shopping!
Click here to buy tickets and learn more.
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Thursday, September 21 | 3 - 7 PM
Main Street Gloucester
Join the Businesswomen's Committee for a fun networking afternoon & evening on Main Street, Gloucester in support of women-owned businesses! Click to Register
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New More Greater Cape Ann Guides?
We just received a new delivery today (thank you Scott Energy!) - so let us know if you would like more delivered! Please email Cherl or call her at 978-283-1601 and let her know where to deliver and how many guides are needed!
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ON-GOING EVENTS
WEEKLY EVENTS
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Old Sloop Fair Rummage Sale
Saturday, August 26 | 8 AM - 2 PM
First Congregational Church of Rockport
The church’s handicap-accessible Fellowship Hall will be overflowing with gently used items, all in good condition and all at reasonable prices. There will be clothing for men, women, children, toddlers, and infants featuring coats, jackets, sweaters, pants, trousers, and jeans. There will be accessories such as belts, scarves, backpacks, handbags, totes, luggage, boots, and shoes. There will be specially selected boutique apparel and accessory items. There will be items for bed, bath, kitchen, and the home, including curtains, linens, sheets, blankets, quilts, sleeping bags, rugs, towels, tablecloths, napkins, placemats, aprons, fabric, yarn, notions, and crafts.
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When Granite Was King! Babson Farm Quarrying History Guided Tour
Saturday, August 26 | 10 - 11 AM
Halibut Point State Park
Over one hundred years ago, the Rockport Granite Company quarried granite stone here. Learn about the buildings, bridges, and breakwaters built to last. Touch tools of the trade. Find out how they moved these large, heavy stone pieces and how they “paved” dirt streets in our Nation’s growing cities—and around the world! Heavy rain cancels.
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North Shore Arts Association’s Silent Auction Final Reception
Sunday, September 3 | 1 - 4 PM
Final bidding on over 70 different artworks, starting at $150 with a minimum increment of $25. This is a wonderful opportunity to purchase world-class artwork at an affordable price. The Champagne & Strawberries closing reception begins at 1 PM with bidding closing at 4 PM. Come enjoy light fare and beverages and get your final bid in!
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Windhover Center for the Performing Arts
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Annual Gala Fundraiser: Wednesday, August 23 from 5 - 9 PM
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Master Modern Dance Class Taught By Alison Cook-Beatty: Thursday, August 24 from 9 - 10:30 AM
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Alison Cook Beatty Dance: Thursday, August 24 & Friday, August 25, from 7:30 - 9 PM
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Annie Hoffman Yoga retreat workshop: Friday, August 25 - Sunday, August 27
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Jimmy Tingle Live! Comedy, Commentary and Conversation: Sunday, August 27 at 5 PM
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Safe Haven Ballet, “Beauty & Beyond”: Tuesday, August 29 at 7 PM
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Jump Start: September 1 - 3
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LAST CHANCE! Drawing is August 24, 2023
Rockport Rotary Lobster Raffle 2023
Win 20 Pounds of Lobster!
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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Gloucester Rotary Comedy Show
Thursday, August 31 | 7:30 PM
(Doors open at 7 PM)
Cruiseport Gloucester
Featuring Carolyn Plummer, Jim Colliton, Jimmy Cash, and Boston's Dave Rattigan. Buy Tickets
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25th Annual Manchester Essex Rotary Golf Tournament
Tuesday, October 3 | 12 PM Shotgun Start
The Meadow at Peabody
To Benefit the M-E Rotary Scholarship Fund, $15,000 donated annually. Sponsorships are available.
$140 Entry Fee includes: greens free, golf cart, beverages, prizes, prime rib dinner. Dinner only option is $50.
To Play or Sponsor, please contact: Tim Collins at 617 840-0827 or timmyjcollins@gmail.com.
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Schooner Festival: August 31 - September 3 | |
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Schedule of Events | Maritime Heritage Day | 2023 List of Schooners
The 39th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival is a city-wide event over Labor Day weekend. This fun-filled, historic gathering of classic schooners celebrates the history of Gloucester’s fishing fleet. Enjoy interactive demonstrations, an art show, dockside tours and dory races, or even book a sail aboard a schooner. Experience the Parade of Sail, the Mayor’s Cup Race, Maritime Heritage Day and more.
The Gloucester Schooner Festival is rooted in fishing traditions dating back hundreds of years. Paying homage to Gloucester’s age of sail, the Gloucester Schooner Festival gathers schooners from up and down the Eastern seaboard to partake in thrilling races and showcase their elegance both on water and as dockside attractions. With more than 20 schooners gracing the event, attendees can witness these majestic vessels along Gloucester Harbor's piers. A highlight of the weekend is Maritime Gloucester’s Maritime Heritage Day, a 3-location event that offers engaging hands-on, interactive activities for the whole family, while affording guests of the Festival opportunities to get on board, both dockside and under sail.
Visit Maritime Gloucester Website for Detailed Info
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Trails & Sails - 150+ Free Events Across Essex County
Friday, September 15 - Sunday, September 24
Essex National Heritage Area
Trails & Sails is an event series that helps connect people to the special places, assets, stories, and initiatives throughout Essex County, Massachusetts. While the program has historically focused on outdoor recreation such as guided hikes and excursions on the water (hence the “trails” and the “sails”), over the years it has grown to include historic house tours, lectures, community celebrations, special exhibitions, craft demonstrations, and many other diverse activities.
Trails & Sails events are designed celebrate the best of the historic, cultural, and natural resources that form the Essex National Heritage Area. Download Digital Guide
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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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