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Cape Ann Community Foundation Names 2024 Grant Recipients
The Cape Ann Community Foundation (CACF) announced its 2024 grant recipients on June 6 at the first-ever Candlepins for a Cause event at Cape Ann Lanes.
More than 90 bowlers and dozens more supporters celebrated the non-profit organizations and community programs funded by the Foundation. Since its inception in 2015, the Foundation has awarded over 50 grants totaling over $100,000 to Cape Ann non-profit organizations.
This year’s grant recipients are:
- Essex Historical Society & Shipbuilding Museum
- Gloucester High School Vocational Tech
- Manchester-by-the-Sea Museum
- Manchester-by-the-Sea Summer Stage
- Ocean Alliance
- Rockport Public Library
- Rocky Neck Art Colony
- Sargent House Museum
Read Full Press Release
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The GCACC Business Sustainability Committee Invites You to the First of a Three-Part Series on Sustainable Business Practices
Join Energy Expert Tim Sanborn, Founder of Cazeault Solar and Home, to Speak on "How Renewable Energy Can Help Your Business Thrive"
While electricity rates continue to rise, businesses are assessing their options on how to engage with renewable energy sources. Tim Sanborn will outline why solar is an attractive business option that has the potential to reduce electricity costs while taking advantage of available incentives. Joining Tim will be a Cazeault business client who will provide a firsthand account on the financial return on investment that going solar has provided.
The presentation followed by Q & A will be held at Cake Ann, on Thursday, June 20 from 7:30 - 9 AM. Register for Free Today
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Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays Sponsorships Available. Deadline June 19
Beginning on July 2, the popular Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays concert series will occur every Tuesday night from 6 to 8 PM at the Ipswich Riverwalk through August 27th. This is your chance to help promote downtown Ipswich and support the talented local entertainers for the 9-week series. The 2024 lineup features local favorites Orville Giddings Band, Dead to the Core, What Time is It Mr. Fox, Jambalaya Horns, and more! Click Here for the Full Schedule and Sponsorship Details. Sponsorships may be purchased through the Chamber website event page, or by emailing us at sam@capeannchamber.com or by phone at 978-283-1601.
Deadline to be included on the stage banner is June 19.
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Gloucester Main Street Block Parties Sponsorship
Saturday, July 13 | Saturday, August 10 | Friday, August 30
The three Gloucester Block Parties will be the best community events of the year, with thousands of locals and visitors attending. The parties feature three musical stages, each with multiple acts, as well as amazing street performers, wonderful food, non-profits, and lots of shopping – great fun for the whole family!
Main Street is closed to traffic and the fun begins at 6 PM and goes until 10 PM
THE PRESENTING SPONSOR OPPORTUNITY IS OPEN!
VIEW ALL SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
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Thank You to Sage Floral Studio for Supporting Community Ribbon Cuttings!
The spring has been busy with Ribbon Cuttings throughout the greater Cape Ann region. As a result, we have "cut through ribbons" faster than usual over the past couple of months. So we would like to take this opportunity to say a big "THANK YOU" to Sage Floral for generously supplying the beautiful red bows and ribbons to help the business community celebrate milestones!
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Do You Want Your Business Featured in a Chamber Member Spotlight?
If you would like to be considered, please let us know by filling in the Member Spotlight Request Form. These spotlight opportunities are open to all members, on a first-come, first-served basis. Once we receive your request form and confirm that you are a member in good standing, we will send you a profile questionnaire.
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Do you have a news story or helpful resource to share? If so, send it to us by Monday of each week and we will try to include it in our Tuesday Business Soundings!
Please email news stories and press releases to cindy@capeannchamber.com
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Cape Ann Savings Bank Welcomes Kevin B. Noyes as SVP, Retail Banking
Cape Ann Savings Bank is pleased to announce the hiring of Kevin Noyes in the position of Senior Vice President, Retail Banking. Kevin joins the executive team bringing twenty-plus years of banking industry and community development experience to the position.
Kevin has previously been involved with banks in senior management positions in the North Shore area, most recently as the Director of Retail Banking, SVP at Newburyport Bank. Recognized by his former employees and colleagues, Kevin is known for leading by example, authentic relationship building, and for fostering a positive culture in the workplace. Equally important to him are collaboration, mentoring, and employee development. In addition to his extensive retail leadership experience, Kevin brings compliance knowledge to the table and has held the role of Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Officer at Danversbank, a role which greatly strengthened his love and dedication to community outreach. Read Full Press Release
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Rockport Music Appoints Suzanne Wilson as new President and CEO
Effective July 1, 2024, Suzanne Wilson will serve as Rockport Music's new President and CEO. Suzanne's hiring concludes a comprehensive international search process guided by Arts Consulting Group. She will succeed President and CEO Tony Beadle who was in the role for 14 years.
Suzanne previously served as President and CEO of the Phoenix Symphony where she led a strategic and financial turnaround of the organization. Prior to that role, she was the Executive Director of the Midori Foundation where she served as a leader for the preeminent provider of high-quality music education to New York City public schools in underserved communities.
Suzanne also has deep roots in the Boston area where she has served as the Chief of Staff of New England Conservatory (NEC). Prior to that position, she worked as the Director of the Office of External Affairs & Partnerships for the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation headquartered in Boston. Additionally, she served as the Vice President of Education & Community Engagement for the Celebrity Series of Boston for 12 years.
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Beverly Low, Head of MERSD Guidance, to Retire at End of Month
(From The Manchester Cricket) When Beverly “Bev” Low arrived at the Manchester Essex Regional High School’s Guidance Dept. ten years ago, college guidance departments were transitioning from a clubby affair to a complex journey that could easily overwhelm and intimidate students and their parents.
Bev Low was up for the challenge and had the experience to do it. Today, as she retires this month, Bev can say she has successfully shaped the district’s guidance department into one that’s good and ready for the next 20 years. Read Full Article
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Ipswich Police Detective Honored for Protection of Vulnerable Children
(From Ipswich Local News) The Essex Children’s Advocacy Center (ECAC) has presented Ipswich police detective Peter Dziadose with their One with Courage Award, honoring his 42 years of “outstanding public service.”
The award is given annually to a professional who has demonstrated excellence in the team approach to providing protection, hope, and healing to the community’s most vulnerable children, the ECAC said in a statement. Read Full Article
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seARTS Art on the Rocks Seventeenth Anniversary - Opening Reception Tonight
The Society for the Encouragement of the Arts (seARTS) proudly announces its seventeenth anniversary of partnership with the Bass Rocks Golf Club for the Annual seARTS Art on the Rocks Program. This year’s show presents over 60 works by 33 artists from Cape Ann and beyond, at its opening reception on Tuesday, June 18. The opening provides a chance for seARTS members, along with the public, to enjoy superb art in an elegant club setting overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Learn More
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Regional compost facility opens in Manchester-by-the-Sea
(From Gloucester Daily Times) After years of planning and millions spent in its creation, the North Shore Regional Compost Facility is now open for business at 201 Pine St.
A grand opening ceremony, held Friday inside the new 9,000-square-foot facility, was attended by about 100 individuals, including Black Earth Compost company officials, local and state lawmakers, and federal officials. Read Full Article
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Maritime Gloucester's Ocean Explorers marks its 20th year
(From Gloucester Daily Times) Maritime Gloucester celebrated the 20th year of its Ocean Explorers program on Saturday. For 20 years, Maritime Gloucester has provided quality, multi-contact, experiential STEM opportunities to every third-, fourth- and fifth-grader in Gloucester. The nonprofit estimates it has served more than 13,000 students with 111,000-plus program hours at no cost to the schools. The program includes getting students out for a sail on the schooner Ardelle for science at sea. Read Full Article
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Essex Elementary School Fifth Graders Participate in Mass Audubon Program
(From The Manchester Cricket) A cohort of fifth graders from Essex Elementary School recently participated in Mass Audubon’s "Rivers to Sea" program, where they learned about important concepts and challenges in the local watershed. The program was underwritten by a grant.
EES’ fifth-grade Teaching Team was awarded a grant from Mass Audubon for students to participate in the Rivers to Sea program, in which students work with Mass Audubon educators over the course of a year to strengthen their skills and confidence in integrating watershed topics into their curriculum, both in the outdoors and in their classroom. Read Full Article
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Cape Ann Animal Aid Pet of the Week
Meet Cali, a 1 1/2-year-old cattle dog mix ready to steal your heart. Cali weighs around 50 pounds, learns quickly, and walks like a pro on a leash. She enjoys car rides, adores the beach, and is always up for walks. Once Cali has gotten her energy out with a good walk or play session, she will happily relax by your side while you watch TV or scroll through your phone. Cali would thrive in a home without young children or cats due to her occasional mouthy play style and herding tendencies, which are quite typical of her breed mix. Cali is a part of Cape Ann Animal Aid’s Extended Stay Program so her adoption fee is reduced. She is also available for Foster to Adopt to ensure a smooth transition to her forever home. You can fill out an application by going to https://capeannanimalaid.org/adopt.html
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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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