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Route 128 Visitor Kiosk Rack Cards
Only a Few Spaces are Left
Don't Miss Out on Promoting Your Business
The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is taking reservations for our Visitor Kiosk at the Route 128 Service Plaza in North Beverly. This highly visited information site services tens of thousands of visitors travelling onto Cape Ann each year. Our rack card positions are available at the same price as last year and will be honored on a first-come, first-serve paid basis.
Download Reservation Form
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Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Arts & Culture Alliance
Inaugural Meeting Announcement
Tuesday, May 3 | 5 - 6:30 PM
Gloucester Stage Company
We are pleased to announce the first official gathering of the newly conceived Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Arts & Culture Alliance.
We invite artists, arts and culture leaders, creative businesses, gig workers, and non-arts business leaders who want to connect with the Cape Ann creative community. We define “culture” broadly to include maritime heritage, which has always had close alignments with the arts on Cape Ann.
Download Flyer | Learn More & RSVP to Attend
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Free Seminar: Why Language Matters
Wednesday, May 10 | 8:30 - 9:30 AM
Presented by Miranda Aisling, Cape Ann Museum
The Gloucester400+ Anniversary’s Diversity & Equity Committee will host a community conversation to explore the Gloucester 400+ Anniversary and its mission of promoting cultural, social, ethnic and economic diversity. The committee will share their framework, specifically focusing on language use as we talk about history, our future, and why it matters.
Register Today
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2023 Spring Tourism Mixer
"Looking Ahead"
Thursday, May 11 | 5 - 7 PM
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
Attention All Hospitality Businesses: Join us for the annual Greater Cape Ann Spring Tourism Mixer, as we gather at the spectacular Castle Hill on the Crane Estate in Ipswich to celebrate the 2023 season. It's time to again mingle with your tourism community colleagues and share updates on plans for this coming spring, summer, fall, and winter.
Download Flyer | Learn More & RSVP Today
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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE NEXT FREE SEMINAR
Financial Planning Seminar – Is your business benefitting its most important customer? ...You!
Tuesday, May 23 | 8:30 - 9:30 AM
Presented by John T. Brennan, J.D., CFP(r)
Join us for a free Financial Planning Seminar, presented by John T. Brennan, J.D., CFP(r) of Cape Ann Savings Trust & Financial Services in partnership with the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce.
From a side hustle to a big business, see what you can do to make sure your business is benefitting its most important customer... YOU! In this fast-paced seminar, confirm that your business serves you and your financial needs in the long run.
Register Today
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Volunteers needed at Gloucester Chamber Visitor Center
Do you or someone you know have a few spare hours to fill by giving back to the Greater Cape Ann community? If so, the Chamber is seeking volunteers to help out on weekdays during the spring and summer months. Meet visitors, from around the world, help answer phones, assist with office tasks, and have a fun time with a great team. To learn more, please email Cherl.
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34th Annual Education & Scholarship Golf Tournament
Last Call for Tee & Green Sign Sponsors
The net proceeds of this event fund the Chamber’s extensive work with the four greater Cape Ann schools and Essex Tech and education non-profits. The programming includes: monthly collaboration with all schools and education non-profits, DECA support, intern and mentorships, annual Cape Ann Career & Collage Fair and several scholarships.
Your sponsorship will provide your organization exposure to 100 area business owners, senior business leaders, and elected officials.
Learn More About Tee & Green Sponsorships
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| Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA) awards up to $25,000 to various organizations to fund workplace safety training. Eligible employers within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts covered by the Massachusetts Workers’ Compensation Law (MGL CH. 152) may qualify for funding. | | The Workforce Training Fund Express Program is designed to help businesses respond quickly to change and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants, Express is our fastest path to funding, enhanced with an even more flexible directory of training options and 6 quick steps to success: | | Cape Ann Works: Keep up to date with Cape Ann Works events and announcements on the Chamber website and post jobs or search candidates at capeannworks.com. | | |
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Cynthia Curtis Pottery
Now Accepting Registrations for the Next 8-week Session
Spring Pottery Classes | May 1 – June 23
Learn to use the pottery wheel, hand building techniques (pinch pots, slab pieces and coil pots), and glazing. Classes are small (8 students) with a focus on individualized attention.
One wheel per student is guaranteed. All levels of experience - beginners always welcome!
View Flyer to See Days & Times
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Ocean Alliance Announces First-Ever Successful Drone-Based Tagging of
Endangered Blue and Fin Whales
For the first time ever, Ocean Alliance and their collaborators have successfully deployed suction cup data-tags on blue and fin whales in the Gulf of California using a drone (UAV). This new method of deploying tags is detailed in an April 2023 publication in the journal Royal Society Open Science and could have significant positive implications for whale science and conservation. SnotBot® is Ocean Alliance’s drone that collects the blow or snot from whales by hovering above the whale as the whale exhales. Read Full Press Release
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Essex Annual Town Meeting
Monday, May 1 | 7:30 PM
Essex Elementary School, 12 Story Street
The Town Meeting Warrant, Finance Committee Report, Overview and Proposals of the Conservation and Zoning bylaw articles as well as other relevant documents can be viewed by visiting the Town of Essex website and clicking on the TOWN MEETING icon on the homepage. Please plan to arrive early for a smooth check-in.
Notice: Essex Causeway Bridge Opening
According to the DOT, the bridge on the Essex Causeway will open on Thursday, April 27.
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Support Boats Needed for the Blackburn Challenge
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Do you have a motor boat in the greater Cape Ann area? Would you like to spend a few hours on the water enjoying the ocean air with a front-row seat to New England’s most iconic open-water human powered race? The Blackburn Challenge is a 20+ mile open water circumnavigation of Cape Ann using various human powered craft. Each year we have several support boats along the course for the safety of our participants. Each support boat monitors an assigned section of the course for approximately 3 hours and will receive a stipend for fuel. The Cape Ann Rowing Club will provide a safety briefing and orientation to ensure all volunteers are successful and have fun!
For more information contact us at info@CapeAnnRowingClub.com | Learn More
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Cape Ann Animal Aid Pet of the Week
Zony, a Puerto Rican Sato, is still seeking a furever home. She is likely full grown but may gain some pounds. An intelligent dog that enjoys a nap, a long walk, and treats, she bond with her human very quickly and loves attention. She is completely house trained and has learned how to be on a leash and a couple of commands. Because I grew up as a street dog, I am working on getting to like other dogs, and would likely do best in a single-dog household (at least at first). If you think I’d make a good addition to your family, stop by and visit me today!
Please visit www.capeannanimalaid.org/ for more information about me and all the other animals waiting for homes here at the Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter, 4 Paws Lane in Gloucester.
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Local Sales, Discounts & Promotions
Posting a Shop Our Member deal is a great way to gain exposure for your business by highlighting your special promotions. Take advantage of this FREE member benefit and list yours today by logging into your account!
*Contact Sam at sam@capeannchamber.com if you need assistance
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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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