01/23/2009-02/14/2009 New Year’s Rockport Eve Events
Rockport, MA, Rockport
The New Years Rockport Eve Committee has planned five upcoming fund raising events for the NYRE 2008 "Recovery Fund". Click "more" for dates and locations.
Web site: http://www.newyearsrockporteve.com
01/28/2009 Contemporary Issues Book Group
Rockport Public Library, Rockport
3pm. "Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why we need a Green Revolution and how it can renew America" by Thomas L. Friedman.
Web site: http://www.rockportlibrary.org
01/28/2009 Fundraiser to Benefit the Family of Matteo Russo
Gloucester Stage Company, Gloucester
On January 3, 2008 the Gloucester fishing boat Patriot burned and sank taking the lives of Matteo Russo and John Orlando. Matteo Russo, 36, leaves behind a pregnant wife and four year old son.
Web site: http://www.searts.org
01/28/2009 Winter Birds of Cape Ann Lecture
Sawyer Free Library, Gloucester
7pm. Birding talk with Mass Audubon's Chris Leahy.
Web site: http://www.sawyerfreelibrary.org
01/29/2009 Cape Ann Animal Aid Comedy Night
The Rhumb Line, Gloucester
8pm. Join the CAAA at The Rhumb Line for a night of comedy featuring popular comedian Paul D'Angelo and friends! Enjoy the laughs, cash bar, and enter for a chance to win exciting raffle prizes. All proceeds benefit the Cape Ann Animal Aid.
Web site: http://www.CapeAnnAnimalAid.com
01/30/2009-02/01/2009 Cape Ann Winter Birding Weekend
Cape Ann, Gloucester
Join Mass Audubon and the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce for an exploration of birding on Cape Ann.
Web site: http://www.capeannchamber.com/birdingweekend/
01/31/2009 Miniature Decoys: A Special Exhibition
Cape Ann Museum, Gloucester
In conjunction with the Cape Ann Winter Birding Weekend organized by the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce and Mass Audubon, the Cape Ann Museum presents a special exhibit of miniature carved decoys by Essex resident Bob Brophy.
Web site: http://www.capeannmuseum.org
01/31/2009 Tour of Fitz Henry Lane Collection
Cape Ann Museum, Gloucester
Join Cape Ann Museum curator, Martha Oaks, for a tour of the Museum’s renowned Fitz Henry Lane Collection at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 31. This program is free and open to the public.
Web site: http://www.capeannmuseum.org
02/13/2009 The Love Letters of John & Abigail Adams
First Congregational Church, Essex
The Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum invites you to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a dramatic presentation of “The Love Letters of John and Abigail Adams.”
Web site: http://www.essexshipbuildingmuseum.org
03/14/2009 2008-2009 Rockport Music Series
Rockport Art Association, Rockport
8pm. Rebecca Parris, famed jazz vocalist with her trio.
Web site: http://www.rcmf.org
03/14/2009 Rebecca Parris, Jazz Vocalist
Rockport Art Association, Rockport
8pm. This spring, Rockport Music is thrilled to present Rebecca Parris, jazz vocalist, in concert at the Rockport Art Association with her trio, featuring piano, bass and drums.
Web site: http://www.rockportmusic.org
03/28/2009-03/29/2009 4th Annual Cape Ann Home & Garden Show
Gloucester High School Field House, Gloucester
Home and garden enthusiasts will be flocking to the largest collection of industry professionals ever assembled under one roof on Cape Ann.
Web site: http://www.capeannchamber.com/homegarden
03/28/2009-03/29/2009 Cape Ann Symphony Winter Concert
Fuller School Auditorium, Gloucester
Cello soloist Owen Young and violin soloist Lucia Lin return to the Cape Ann Symphony to headline The Classics Concert.
Web site: http://www.capeannsymphony.org
05/14/2009 Empty Bowl Dinner
Cruiseport Gloucester, Gloucester
Join us for The Open Door/Cape Ann Food Pantry's annual Empty Bowl Dinner at Cruiseport Gloucester on Thursday, May 14, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Web site: http://www.capeannfoodpantry.org
05/16/2009-05/17/2009 Cape Ann Symphony Spring Pops Concert
Fuller School Auditorium, Gloucester
The Cape Ann Symphony celebrates spring with the Spring Pops Concert, featuring the return of soprano Junko Watanabe to perform a selection of arias.
Web site: http://www.capeannsymphony.org
05/16/2009-05/17/2009 Motif #1 Days
Downtown Rockport, Rockport
Celebrate spring in Rockport!
Web site: http://www.rockportusa.com/motif1days/
05/30/2009 Rockport Garden Club Plant & Garden Shed Sale
Rockport Community House, Rockport
9am-1pm. Fund raiser for Rockport Public gardens and other civic projects.
Web site: http://Rockportgardenclub.org
06/04/2009-07/02/2009 Rockport Chamber Music Festival
Rockport Art Association, Rockport
Concerts by internationally acclaimed soloists and ensembles at the Rockport Art Association, 12 Main Street, Rockport. For information and tickets, contact 978-546-7391.
Web site: http://www.rockportmusic.org/
06/24/2009 New Fish Festival
Seven Seas Wharf, Gloucester
Gloucester House, 5:30 p.m. A number of area restaurants contribute to a buffet dinner promoting greater awareness of the diversity of fish species and new ways to cook seafood -- a seafood lover's wish come true!
06/24/2009-06/28/2009 St. Peter's Fiesta
St. Peter's Park, Gloucester
The St. Peter's Fiesta is a five day festival honoring the patron saint of the fisherman St. Peter.
Web site: http://www.stpetersfiesta.org
07/03/2009-07/04/2009 Independence Day Celebration
America's Oldest Sea Port & Art Colony, Cape Ann, Massachusetts
Cape Ann Celebrates Independence Day with Fireworks, Parades, Bonfires, Concerts, and more.
07/10/2009-07/11/2009 Rockport Seaside Garden Tour
Rockport , Rockport
10am-4pm. Tour beautiful seaside Rockport gardens.
Web site: http://Rockportgardenclub.org
07/17/2009 Annual Goods & Services Auction
Cruiseport Gloucester, Gloucester
Silent Auction and preview opens at 5:30 p.m. and bidding on the Regular Auction opens at 7:00 p.m.
Web site: http://www.capeannchamber.com/auction2008
07/25/2009 Manchester Arts Festival
Downtown Manchester, Manchester
Date tentative. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Featuring fine art, sculpture, textiles, pottery, jewelry, apparel & accessories, garden ornaments, photography, paintings, and more!
08/09/2009 Gloucester Triathlon
Gloucester, MA, Gloucester
Three sprint distance races that will showcase Cohasset, Marlborough, and Gloucester.
Web site: http://www.gloucestertri.com/
08/15/2009-08/16/2009 Gloucester Waterfront Festival
Stage Fort Park, Gloucester
What better way to spend a summer day than strolling historic Gloucester Harbor? Gloucester's beautiful Stage Fort Park will be bursting with the exciting displays of over 175 artisans and craftspeople.
Web site: http://www.waterfrontfestivals.com
08/23/2009 Nelson's Ride
to be determined, Gloucester
“Nelson’s Ride” is one of Essex County's most publicized events and attracts over 2,000 motorcyclists.
Web site: http://www.massmsf.org
09/05/2009-09/06/2009 Gloucester Schooner Festival
Gloucester Harbor, Gloucester
Celebrating our 25th anniversary! The Mayor's Race for 100' schooners, races for other classes, parade of sail, deck tours, public sails, lighted boat parade, fireworks, and other maritime activities.
Web site: http://www.capeannvacations.com/schooner
10/17/2009-10/18/2009 Rockport Harvest Festival
Downtown Rockport, Rockport
This family-oriented weekend with an autumn theme is designed to entertain and delight residents and visitors alike. 10am-6pm both days.
Web site: http://www.rockportusa.com/harvestfest/
10/18/2009-10/23/2009 Cape Ann Restaurant Week
Cape Ann, Cape Ann
Special pricing on fabulous dining throughout the Cape Ann area. Watch for more details!
Web site: http://www.capeannchamber.com/rw
10/24/2009 Essex Clamfest
Memorial Park, Essex
The Essex Division of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce will hold the annual Essex ClamFest from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Memorial Park in Essex.
11/06/2009-11/07/2009 Cape Ann Holiday Gift Show
Cruiseport Gloucester, Gloucester
Show highlights: retail gift expo, experts tips on decorating, catering, and other types of holiday preparation.
Web site: http://www.capeannchamber.com/holidayshow
11/21/2009 Homes for the Holidays Tour
Gloucester, Gloucester
Tour several beautiful homes in one of Cape Ann's neighborhoods.
For more information on any event listed above, please contact the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce at: 978-283-1601.
