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Businesswomen's Sunset Sail aboard Schooner Adventure - August 11 | |
Blackburn Brewfest Sponsorship - A Super Way to Promote Your Business | |
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Time is running out to get your company name included on the promotional banners getting ready for production. Deadline to sign up is end of day on Wednesday, August 17.
Presented by NEXT GEN Cape Ann Young Professionals and the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, Blackburn Brewfest celebrates the Chamber's 100th Anniversary year and benefits the Cape Ann Community Foundation.
Sponsoring the Blackburn Brewfest is a terrific way to get your company name in front of over 1000 anticipated attendees at the event, plus wide exposure on marketing materials leading up to the event. Marketing materials will be distributed by at least 27 breweries who are scheduled to participate. A variety of sponsorship levels are available.
Interested in Sponsoring? Download sponsorship form or contact Olivia at olivia@capeannchamber.com or 978-283-1601.
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Each year, the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce hosts a fundraising auction to provide for the fundamental tenet of our mission - the prosperity of Essex, Gloucester, Ipswich, Manchester-by-the-Sea and Rockport. This year's auction is scheduled for September 29 at Cruiseport Gloucester, and we would love to add your name to our sponsor list.
As the most historic and still largest Auction in the region, this fundraiser will reach and engage a wide array of businesses and households. As such it provides a unique opportunity for your organization to have fantastic exposure with community leaders, public officials, local businesses, area residents, and visitors who travel to Cape Ann.
When you choose to sponsor, you are actively helping the Greater Cape Ann communities by defraying the costs associated with delivering this stellar auction event, so that proceeds can go towards grant programs, scholarships, and business promotion.
Choose to Sponsor!
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Special New Member Advertising Section | |
Generous Gardeners - Sponsor a Dahlia | |
Local Colors - Artists' Cooperative: Featured Artists | |
From sailboats to schooners, if you love boats then Local Colors has artwork for you. Their August Featured Artists capture the beauty of boats and the sea that make our area so special. All the artists are local. Look for their works in the window, on their Featured Wall, and in their gallery, where you'll also find new pieces by many of their artists. | |
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Melissa Cox - Featured Wall Artist
Melissa has been taking pictures since high school and loves being out on the water taking photos of ships, whales and sunsets. For her, it's all about a feeling, a reaction to the image. The texture of a picture is an important part of her work and she likes to ‘feel’ a picture.
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Skip Montello - Featured Alcove Artists
Skip's passion for photography developed during his career at the Polaroid Corporation, where he spent more than 30 years as a photographic scientist, engineer and technology leader. He has a deep love for the area in which he lives and is constantly inspired by the ocean.
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Adeline Cabot - Featured Alcove Artist
Adeline's watercolor paintings feature sailboats and the tranquil beauty of the coast. Her pen-and-watercolor illustrations explore a more playful side of nature, capturing animal characters drawn from her backyard, along with the beauty of clouds and the glare of sunlight on water.
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Individuals who are interested in pursuing a career with Massachusetts Fire Departments may apply now for the 2022 Municipal Firefighter written examination. The exam is meant to establish an eligible list from which to fill firefighter vacancies in civil service cities and towns in Massachusetts. The exam is scheduled to begin on Oct. 24, with an application deadline of Aug. 30. A late fee will be assessed to those who file applications after deadline.
To apply, visit https://www.mass.gov/info-details/2022-municipal-firefighter-examination. You must be 19 years of age on or before Oct. 24, to apply.
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Weasel here! I am 8 years young and have a beautiful black and white coat and the greenest eyes you ever did see! I would love a quiet home with someone who is looking for a friend and family member! I don’t have much on my wish list, but I sure do like a cozy bed. If you think I’d make a good addition to your family, stop by and visit me at Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter, 4 Paws Lane in Gloucester.
View Adoptable Cats
View Adoptable Dogs
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On Sunday, September 18th, dozens of kids between the ages of 8 and 14 will race cars they built with their families in the Fish Box Derby, a Gloucester tradition that traces its roots to the 1950s. This event was established by a non-profit organization, Fish Box Derby, Inc., whose purpose is to provide the local youth with the opportunity to build and strengthen family relations. This annual event, run by the Gloucester AMVETS and American Legion since 2018, would not be possible without our volunteers and the generous support from our local community businesses.
The Hay Bale Advertising opportunity offers the promotion of your business on hay bales that line the racecourse. If you are interested in helping the youth of the community, please download and fill out the form.
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Cynthia Curtis Pottery - Fall Pottery Classes
Cynthia Curtis Pottery iow accepting registrations for the next 8-week session, running from August 29 – October 21. 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. Beginners welcome!
Visit Website to Learn More | Download Flyer
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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. | | Health Connector for Business Webinar: Affordable, Flexible Health Coverage - next sessions are September 7 and November 30 from 12 - 1 PM. | | Women's Business Summit (SCORE): A full day conference exclusively for women entrepreneurs You’re invited to join SCORE Women on Wednesday September 14, at the historic Willowdale Estate for a day filled with stimulating interaction with like-minded women entrepreneurs. | | 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. | | 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: | | |
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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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