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The 2023 Irish Sweepstakes Tickets are in the House
Are you ready to test your luck this Saint Patrick's Day? The 24th Annual Irish Sweepstakes party & drawing will be at the Elks at Bass Rocks to on Thursday, March 16! Several "pots of gold" will be given out! A total of $20,000 with the largest prize being $10,000!
Grand Prize: $10,000
Second Prize: $2,500
Third Prizes (5): $1,000
Fourth Prizes (5): $500
Tickets are $100 each. Only 400 total tickets tickets will be sold - increasing your odds of winning!
Tickets will be distributed to the Board members to sell, or visit or call the Chamber to purchase your ticket today!
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Silver Sponsors
BankGloucester Johnson O'Connor
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Last Call: Book Your Advertising for 2023 Greater Cape Ann Guide & Directory
Get noticed in 2023! We are almost ready to close out our advertising for the 2023 Greater Cape Ann Guide & Directory. Don't miss out on your chance to be included in this beautiful full color guide distributed throughout greater Cape Ann, the North Shore and Boston.
Learn More and Download Media Kit and Ad Contracts
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Seeking Businesses to Participate in Seminars
Do you have some great information or ideas to share with other Greater Cape Ann businesses? Maybe you are a digital marketing whiz or can offer advice on financial planning? Whatever your skill, if you are interested in exploring an opportunity to create a free informational seminar, please contact Michelle at michelle@capeannchamber.com to discuss working together.
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Weekday 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 winter 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 Becca!
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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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Rockport Special Town Meeting
Wednesday, January 18 | 5:30 PM
Rockport High School
15 warrant articles are on the agenda for the Special Town Meeting this week in Rockport. Among the 15 proposed warrant articles is a measure to reorganize and renumber the numbering of the zoning bylaws, an update to the Statement of Purpose at the beginning of the bylaws, and updates to the definitions in the bylaws.
Download Warrant Articles
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Using the Gloucester 400+ Logo for Approved Merchandising
Retailers wishing to use the Gloucester 400+ logo for merchandising approved items in their own shop must follow the Gloucester400+ standards and purchase said merchandise through Jungle, Inc. in Essex under the Gloucester400+/Jungle, Inc. For more information, please contact Elsje Zwart or Dana Hartley at the Gloucester 400+.
Download Retailer Logo Use Agreement
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Ipswich Art Association
Ipswich may soon have a new arts group: the Ipswich Art Association. The association has an exhibit at Zumis’s on Market Street that will be be up through January 29, and organizers plan a meeting to gain members on February 26 at 2 p.m. at the EBSCO Hall on Peatfield Street. Kristina Brendel, an association director, said the the association would be open to all artists, visual and performing.
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A piece by Michael Updike in the Ipswich Art Association's inaugural exhibition in Zumi's | |
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Historic Essex Cogswell Haybarn's New Home
The Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum (EHSSM) is pleased to announce the historic Essex Cogswell Haybarn has found a new home in Rockport at Woodbury Hill Farm owned by Aaron Tuffley and Betsy Lordan. The EHSSM is partnering with them to pass along the know-how and history of the structure and will help document their project. The EHSSM is gratified that the historic Essex Cogswell Haybarn has found a new home at Woodbury Hill Farm and would like to thank the Museum community for their generous support throughout this important project. Read More
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Manchester-by-the-Sea - Buy Your Rain Barrel Today
The MBTS Department of Public Works is pleased to announce a partnership with the Great American Rain Barrel Company to offer residents the opportunity to help conserve water and purchase a rain barrel for their watering needs this spring. Learn More
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American Red Cross Blood Drives
The American Red Cross urges blood donors of all types, especially platelet donors and those with type O blood , and those who have never given before to book a time to give blood or platelets now and help keep the blood supply from dropping.
It is hosting a drive in Gloucester, on Jan. 18 from 2 to 7 p.m., at the Magnolia Library & Community Center, 1 Lexington Ave. Donors can schedule an appointment to donate using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Walk-ins are also welcome.
Our Lady of Good Voyage, 142 Prospect St., and the Red Cross are hosting a blood drive in the Parish Hall on Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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GHS Career Speaker Series 22/23
Gloucester High School is seeking speakers to talk about career pathways. Our goal is to help students connect classes of interest, skills and subjects to career pathways. If you or someone you know/work with is interested, please complete the CAREER SPEAKER SERIES FORM. Also, please see details on the CORI form process as this would need to be submitted before your speaking engagement is confirmed
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Cape Ann Animal Aid Pet of the Week
Serena is 9-month-old spayed Labrador retriever mix. When she was just weeks old she was tossed out of a moving vehicle in Puerto Rico. A rescuer took her in and nursed her back to health. She will be medium sized. She was fostered with other puppies, adult dogs, and cats. She would do best in a quiet home with another confident dogs to show her the ropes and also a home that has no small children. She is part of Cape Ann Animal Aid’s foster-to-adopt program. Visit www.capeannanimalaid.org for more information about McDonald and all the other animals waiting for homes
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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 Ken Riehl at ken@capeannchamber.com
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