2023 Small Business Persons of the Year Winners | |
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2023 Small Business Persons of the Year Awards Dinner
Thursday, June 15 | 5 - 8 PM
Castle Manor Inn | $75 pp
Congratulations to this year's winners!
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Essex: Mike & Donna Roy, Essex Septic Service, Inc, Owners
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Ipswich: Peter Pinciaro, Director, The Crane Estate, The Trustees of Reservations
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Gloucester: Lenny & Dottie Linquata, Gloucester House Restaurant, Owners
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Manchester-by-the Sea: Bruce & Dede Warren, Laughing Gull Cafe, Owners
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Rockport: Lauri Kaihlanen, Lauri Kaihlanen Gallery, Owner/Artist
Please join the Chamber in honoring the 2023 Small Business Persons of the Year at the Awards Dinner on June 15 at the Castle Manor Inn. Registration and cash bar open at 5 PM; Buffet opens at 5:30 PM. There is limited seating available at the awards dinner so please reserve your seat now! Reserve Your Seat
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Coffee & Connections
Thursday, June 1 | 9 -10 AM
Register Today
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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Businesswomen's Mixer at Great Marsh Brew Co
Thursday, June 1 | 5 - 7 PM
$10 Members | $15 Non-Members
Registration Required
ATTENTION BEER & ALE LOVERS!
Join the Businesswomen’s Committee at Great Marsh Brewing Company in Essex MA for an evening of networking, a wide variety of delicious craft beers, games & beautiful marsh views. The event features a raffle, card swap, networking opportunities, and light appetizers.
Please note that a full bar is available for non-beer drinkers and additional appetizers are available for purchase.
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1st Annual Corn Hole Tournament Presented by Next Gen & American Legion Post 98
Sunday, June 4 | 11 AM
SIGN UP DEADLINE: JUNE 1
Presented in partnership with the American Legion Post 98 and the Greater Cape Ann Chamber's NEXT GEN Young Professionals Committee, please join us on Sunday, June 4 for our first annual Corn Hole Tournament. There will be food and beer available for purchase as well as fun raffles!
SIGN UP HERE
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Multi-Chamber Networking Event
Wednesday, June 14 | 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.
Participating Chambers this year include:
- Amesbury Chamber of Commerce
- Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce
- Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce
- Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
- Greater Lynn Area Chamber of Commerce
- Haverhill Chamber of Commerce
- Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce
- North Shore Chamber of Commerce
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Member & Community Events | |
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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.
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Call & Response Exhibition
May 25 - June 18
The Cove Gallery, Rocky Neck Art Colony
Dale Sherman Blodget - Curator, joined by Paula Borsetti, Donna Caselden, Cheryl Dyment, L. Marie Lamarche and Laurie Simko.
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Author Talk with Kyle Ann Robertson
Wednesday, May 31 | 6:30 - 8 PM
The Book Shop of Beverly Farms
Join the Book Shop of Beverly Farms for a discussion, reading, and signing with Kyle Ann Robertson, whose debut novel is the recently released White Picket Fences.
Now a Florida resident, Robertson lived on the North Shore for many years and has a long family history in the area. White Picket Fences is a heartfelt family drama fueled by an honest story of motherhood, written for those of us caught up in our own self–searching journeys. Learn More
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Windhover Center for the Performing Arts Upcoming Events
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Noël Coward's Private Lives
June 2 - 25 | various Times
Gloucester Stage Company
Honeymooning in 1920’s France with their new spouses, an ex-husband and wife find themselves sharing a balcony at the same hotel. Within days of being reunited, their fiery romance reignites, despite their new spouses. The two couples are pulled into a hilarious roundelay of affiliations and new partnerships are formed. Tony Award and Drama Desk Winner for Best Revival. Buy Tickets
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40th Annual Cape Ann Artisans Spring Tour
Saturday & Sunday, June 3 & 4
Visit 17 artisan studios tucked away throughout Gloucester and Rockport. Meet 18 of Cape Ann’s most established makers during the 40th Bi-Annual Cape Ann Artisan Open Studios self-guided tour. Follow the downloadable map (below) or pick up a printed brochure/map at the Chamber offices. Download Brochure & Map
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Interwoven: HIV/AIDS Long-term Survivor Stories & Connections
June 3 - June 22
Reception: Saturday, June 10 | 1 - 4 PM
Rockport Art Association & Museum
Northshore Health Project and the Rockport Art Association & Museum present "Interwoven: HIV/AIDS Long-term Survivor Stories & Connections," a new spatial justice art project created by long-term survivors of HIV/AIDS living on the North Shore. Learn More
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Wake Up Spirit
Sunday, June 4 | 11 AM - 1 PM
Floating Lotus, Gloucester
Wake Up Spirit is a dance of heart and community. A safe place to connect to spirit through movement and sound. We are so blessed to have this time and space to move our bodies freely, without judgement, to dance our prayers and dreams together. We gather on the first Sunday of every month. Learn More
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Gloucester Elder Abuse Awareness Rally
Tuesday, June 6 | 11 AM - 1 PM
Fitz Henry Lane House parking lot corner of Rogers Street and Harbor Loop downtown Gloucester
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.
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Promote-Connect-Partner
Wednesday, June 7 | 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Mile Marker One Bridge Deck
North of Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau and Discover Gloucester invite you to join them at the newly expanded Mile Marker One's Bridge Deck at Cape Ann Marina. The CVB will share regional travel trends, marketing campaign results, and IPW takeaways. Discover Gloucester will share Gloucester specific marketing and travel trends. Connect and partner with other members for the 2023 season! CLICK HERE to RSVP via email to Rebecca Shackford at North of Boston CVB.
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Manchester Historical Museum's
Celebration by the Sea
Wednesday, June 7 | 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Sharksmouth Estate, 305 Summer Street
Join MHM at the inaugural event observing the 200th year of the Museum's Hooper-Trask House, Manchester's home for history, art, and community. The evening will include an illustrated presentation by Bill Cross, "Winslow Homer in Manchester and Beyond." Hearty hors d'oeuvres and libations, with Music by the John Hicks Quintet. Tickets are $100 each - 100 tickets available Purchase Tickets
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Deb Johnson Art at Santander Bank Manchester
June 7 - June 30
Local Essex Artist Deb Johnson will have her paintings on display for a limited time at the Manchester-by-the-Sea Santander Bank. Stop in and see her works of art on display during normal banking hours.
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Workshop: Tomato Care Tips & Tricks
Thursday, June 8 | 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Keep your tomatoes healthy so they can produce the most delicious fruit this season! In this workshop, Backyard Growers Program Coordinator Xavier will share the most important things to take care of to ensure good tomato health, including tomato ailments and challenges to watch for. Learn More & Reserve Your Spot
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Greenbelt's 34th Annual Art in the Barn
Friday & Saturday, June 9 & 10 | View Schedule
One of the North Shore’s premier, juried art shows, Art in the Barn showcases the work of more than 130 local artists. Throughout the Cox Reservation, the barns are filled with paintings, ceramics, sculptures and more. A silent auction will feature select pieces by Daphne Borden and Donald MacLachlan.
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Seaside Vintage Market at Second Glance Thrift Store
Saturday & Sunday, June 10 & 11 | 9 AM - 5 PM
2 Pond Road, Gloucester
Don't miss the vintage shopping event of the season! Shop 50s, 60s, 70s, & 80s VINTAGE home décor, kitchenware, linens, furniture, art, clothing, accessories, & more! Sales at Second Glance support hunger-relief programs of The Open Door. Learn More
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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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