Play as Practice

Play as Practice Explores the Creative Space Between Experimentation and Finished Work Exhibition: Play as Practice Dates: May 21 – June 21, 2026 Opening Reception: Thursday, May 21, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, MA ......More

Play as Practice Explores the Creative Space Between Experimentation and Finished Work Exhibition: Play as Practice Dates: May 21 – June 21, 2026 Opening Reception: Thursday, May 21, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, MA Gloucester, MA — Play as Practice is a five-artist exhibition curated by Mallie Loring Pratt and Hanna Taylor Marino that examines the dynamic relationship between formal studio practice and the experimental work that unfolds alongside it. Featuring work by Pratt, Marino, Isabel Bacon, Margaret Sweet, and Julia Von Metzsch, the exhibition offers an intimate look into the creative process and the “side journeys” that quietly shape each artist’s visual language. Bringing together painting, sketches, collage, and exploratory works, Play as Practice invites viewers to consider what constitutes an artist’s “real” work. By placing finished pieces in conversation with studies and experiments, the exhibition reveals the moments of play, uncertainty, and discovery that often lead to artistic breakthrough. Each of the five artists moves fluidly between abstraction and representation, sharing a common interest in where those boundaries blur. Though distinct in style and approach, the artists are united by a willingness to embrace process, curiosity, and experimentation as essential parts of their practices. Collectively, the artists bring significant professional recognition to the exhibition, including museum exhibitions, gallery representation throughout New England, critical coverage, brand collaborations, and work held in private and corporate collections nationwide. Rather than presenting only polished outcomes, Play as Practice offers audiences a behind-the-scenes perspective on contemporary painting practices and the evolving decisions that shape them. Play as Practice will be on view at Cove Gallery in Gloucester from May 21 through June 21, 2026. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, May 21 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Featured Artists Mallie Loring Pratt Hanna Taylor Marino Isabel Bacon Margaret Sweet Julia Von Metzsch

Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, MA

Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop

Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebra......More

Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun sets over Gloucester Harbor, sip handcrafted cocktails, and soak in the atmosphere high above the water. Feeling bold? Bring your suit and take a dip in the pool or hot tub. This event is for guests 21+. General Admission starts at $30 and does not include food or beverage. VIP Premium Lounge Tables are $300 and include entry and premium seating for four. For a more elevated experience, reserve one of our VIP Premium Lounge Tables on the Harbor View side of the rooftop. These exclusive tables include a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (inclusive of tax and gratuity)—perfect for toasting the night in style. Tickets are non-refundable. This event is rain or shine unless the rooftop is closed due to inclement weather, as determined by Beauport management by 2PM on the day of the event. Guests will be notified via email.

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Book Donation Drive by Friends of the Manchester Library

Please drop off your gently used books and puzzles at the MERSD Parking Lot. All donations from this event will be used for our Annual Book Sale during Festival by the Sea on 8/1/26 and proceeds will benefit the Manchester Public Library.

Rockport Exchange Farmers Market

Find Fresh, Buy Local, Eat Well! Join us in Harvey Park from 9-1 PM, to celebrate the start of a season of farm fresh goods, craft goods, community, live music, and more! Come out and bring your friends and enjoy music by Steve Lacey and information from the Rockp......More

Find Fresh, Buy Local, Eat Well! Join us in Harvey Park from 9-1 PM, to celebrate the start of a season of farm fresh goods, craft goods, community, live music, and more! Come out and bring your friends and enjoy music by Steve Lacey and information from the Rockport Rotary!   Experience some of our wonderful vendors, which vary each Saturday! Cape Ann Sea Salt Co. Bonny Breads Buenos Aires Marshal's Farmstand Elevated Soul Far From the Tree Cider Driftwood Farm LLC Goody-Goody Hold Fast Company It's KeleWele 31 Janet's Cookies Lauralee's Country Kitchen L's Goodies Snacks Magnus Woodsmith Marshview Farm Ninawa Zero Waste Rascal Relish Roving Radish Flower Farm Seaview Farm Spice Weasel Squairnot Twin Birch Farm Underground Mushroom Co. Wicked Bess Wild Heart Wildly Rooted Culinary Garden & Milky Way Apothecary Wild Woods Maple 1634 Meadery

Gloucester Neighborhood Clean-Up

In effort to curb the city’s litter issue local liquor retailers have come together to implement a neighborhood clean-up. Join Gloucester retailers and the Gloucester community in a town-wide litter pick up! Supplies and safety garments are provided! Refreshments ava......More

In effort to curb the city’s litter issue local liquor retailers have come together to implement a neighborhood clean-up. Join Gloucester retailers and the Gloucester community in a town-wide litter pick up! Supplies and safety garments are provided! Refreshments available for volunteers!

Meeting locations at neighborhood liquor stores. Reach out to local liquor store for any questions or additional information.

Street Stories with Phil STorey

Join noted raconteur Phil Storey for this "fun filled" Phil Facts about Gloucester's deep literary past! Phil Storey is a local local historian, noted raconteur, and master storyteller. He developed this engaging literary walking tour during Gloucester’s 400+ celebr......More

Join noted raconteur Phil Storey for this "fun filled" Phil Facts about Gloucester's deep literary past! Phil Storey is a local local historian, noted raconteur, and master storyteller. He developed this engaging literary walking tour during Gloucester’s 400+ celebration and is excited to continue hosting it in partnership with the Gloucester Writers Center. Gloucester has long been home to remarkable writers and literary voices. From early pioneers like Judith Sargent Murray and her groundbreaking feminist writings, to Nobel Prize-winning poet T.S. Eliot, who spent many summers of his boyhood in Gloucester, the city’s connection to literature runs deep. Gloucester’s landscape, harbor, and sea life have inspired generations of writers and poets. The tour also explores the rich poetic dialogue between Charles Olson and Vincent Ferrini in the twentieth century, as well as the many visiting authors who came to Gloucester seeking inspiration. These include Rudyard Kipling, author of Captains Courageous; Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, whose poem The Wreck of the Hesperus was inspired by the region; and horror master H.P. Lovecraft, whose The Shadow Over Innsmouth echoes the atmosphere of Cape Ann’s fishing towns. Join us for a funny, entertaining, and informative walk through Gloucester’s literary past. Meet at 80 Main Street All Literary Walk dates begin at 10:00 AM May 30 June 13 June 27 July 11 July 25 Aug 8 August 22 September 5 September 19 - Rails to Trails Event

Mira Karden, cello | Micah Yui, piano

This concert showcases cellist Mira Kardan in a one-hour program featuring works by Beethoven, Schumann, Dvorák, and Rossini, highlighting the cello’s lyrical voice across four distinctive musical worlds.

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

Rake it Slow- Create your own zen garden with reiki and meditation

Join us on Saturday, June 13th at 4 PM for Rake It Slow — a calming, hands-on workshop designed to help you unwind and recharge. You’ll create your own personal Zen garden while enjoying a peaceful, mindful experience. Perfect for anyone looking to slow down and reconne......More

Join us on Saturday, June 13th at 4 PM for Rake It Slow — a calming, hands-on workshop designed to help you unwind and recharge. You’ll create your own personal Zen garden while enjoying a peaceful, mindful experience. Perfect for anyone looking to slow down and reconnect.  

Silverbear Emporium- 242 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Rockport Art Walk Second Saturdays

Art, artists, refreshments, shopping, and ocean views—what more could you ask for? Join us on the Second Saturday of every month for our Art Walk and experience a vibrant evening filled with creativity, conversation, and coastal charm.

Follow this map to see this month's participating galleries!

Simone Dinnerstein, piano

Simone Dinnerstein, renowned for her distinctive musical voice and celebrated Bach interpretations, performs works by Bach, Rameau, and others in a program combining clarity, imagination, and expressive depth. 

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

Chorus North Shore Presents - The Armed Man: A Mass For Peace

Stirring original composition -- Chorus North Shore, Presto Festival Orchestra Chorus North Shore will present a powerful choral work to mark the new millennium. This stirring, immersive piece, written by Welsh composer Karl Jenkins, debuted in Royal Albert Hall in L......More

Stirring original composition -- Chorus North Shore, Presto Festival Orchestra Chorus North Shore will present a powerful choral work to mark the new millennium. This stirring, immersive piece, written by Welsh composer Karl Jenkins, debuted in Royal Albert Hall in London, April 2000, with National Chorus and Orchestra accompaniment. This composition uses religious themes, in addition to 15th-century music, to counterpoint the extreme loss and guilt that result from war. Part prayer, part warning, ultimately delivering a message for those searching for peace. A video will be shown accompanying the performance (imagery that some viewers may find unsettling).

Dolan Performing Arts Center, Ipswich

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than w......More

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.  Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Natti-Willsky Performance Center: Home of Gloucester Stage Company 267 East Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930

Jessye Desilva in Concert

Purchase concert tickets at the Gloucester Meeting House. Jessye DeSilva infuses hope into songs about religious alienation, mental health struggles, and societ......More

Purchase concert tickets at the Gloucester Meeting House. Jessye DeSilva infuses hope into songs about religious alienation, mental health struggles, and societal injustice to create a uniquely queer and unholy ruckus. Jessye’s newest album Glitter Up the Dark, produced by Aaron Lee Tasjan, is getting rave reviews. She writes about the album “Aaron and I came up with the idea to write an album that would center the idea of joy, in a broad sense…specifically, the joy of marginalized communities…joy is something you have to fight and work for. Standing strong in the sense of yourself…” Glitter up the Dark is an astonishing and nuanced meditation on community, memory, resistance and survival arriving at a necessary and vital time. For more info on the artist, visit here!

Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church

David Finckel, Wu Han, & Benjamin Beilman

Cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han—two of the most influential figures in chamber music—join violinist Benjamin Beilman for an evening devoted to Schubert, performing the Piano Trios in B-flat and E-flat, works of expansive lyricism, depth, and emotional breadth.......More

Cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han—two of the most influential figures in chamber music—join violinist Benjamin Beilman for an evening devoted to Schubert, performing the Piano Trios in B-flat and E-flat, works of expansive lyricism, depth, and emotional breadth.

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

Swing Dance at Gloucester's American Legion

Join the fabulous Jim 'n' Tonic band upstairs at the American Legion on March 8th for the Second Sunday of the Month swing dance. The event includes 30 minutes of instruction at 6:00. Anyone who feels like getting out and moving is welcome.  If you'd prefer to sit and w......More

Join the fabulous Jim 'n' Tonic band upstairs at the American Legion on March 8th for the Second Sunday of the Month swing dance. The event includes 30 minutes of instruction at 6:00. Anyone who feels like getting out and moving is welcome.  If you'd prefer to sit and watch/listen, you're welcome as well. Hearing the band is well worth the visit.  Bar drinks available. Tickets are $15 in advance/$18 at the door. 

Moved to MAGMA tonight due to Fiesta Set Up

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and gold......More

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email. Public Rooftop Access will not be available the weekend of Fiesta.   

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than w......More

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.  Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Natti-Willsky Performance Center: Home of Gloucester Stage Company 267 East Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and gold......More

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email. Public Rooftop Access will not be available the weekend of Fiesta.   

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester Gratis Days Complimentary Admission at Hammond Castle Museum

Gloucester Gratis Days - Every Tuesday Residents Enter for Free! Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century, John Hays Hammond, Jr. In keeping with our founder’s original vision for his seaside castle-home to serve as a ......More

Gloucester Gratis Days - Every Tuesday Residents Enter for Free! Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century, John Hays Hammond, Jr. In keeping with our founder’s original vision for his seaside castle-home to serve as a museum offering the Gloucester community access to ancient works of architectural art, Hammond Castle Museum is pleased to offer free self-guided tours to Gloucester residents every Tuesday throughout the regular tour season, which runs through early November, and during the holiday season, Museum-wide temporary exhibit, Deck the Halls. Proof of residency for all Gloucester Gratis Days reservations is required upon check-in at the Museum. Advance registration is recommended but not required. You may also register upon arrival in the Museum Shop. Flexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours: Experience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our flexible arrival times for self-guided tours. Your reservation grants you entry anytime within your session time, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. We recommend planning for at least 60 minutes to explore the grounds and interior galleries of the Museum.

Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave Gloucester, MA 01930

Builder Spotlight: A&A Building and Remodeling

Builder Spotlight: A&A Building and Remodeling Join WORKS By JD as we welcome A&A Building and Remodeling for our next Builder Spotlight. This event brings together builders, remodelers, architects, designers, vendors, and local industry professionals for a pract......More

Builder Spotlight: A&A Building and Remodeling Join WORKS By JD as we welcome A&A Building and Remodeling for our next Builder Spotlight. This event brings together builders, remodelers, architects, designers, vendors, and local industry professionals for a practical conversation around craftsmanship, collaboration, and quality residential construction. A&A Building and Remodeling will share insight from their work in custom homes, renovations, remodels, outdoor living spaces, and architectural window and door installation. With AIA CEU credit included, this event offers both professional learning and local industry connection. Guests may attend virtually or in person at the WORKS office. Register here: https://www.worksbyjd.com/builder-spotlight-aa-building-and-remodeling-inc/ WORKS By JD | Build it better, together.

90 Park Street Beverly, MA 01915

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and gold......More

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email. Public Rooftop Access will not be available the weekend of Fiesta.   

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

GMGI Presents - Drones, DNA, and Ocean Health: What Whale Blow Can Teach Us

Join GMGI in partnership with Ocean Alliance to understand more about the secrets whale blow can tell us about the ocean. Whales are considered sentinel species — their health offers an early warning about the condition of ocean ecosystems. Yet today, on......More

Join GMGI in partnership with Ocean Alliance to understand more about the secrets whale blow can tell us about the ocean. Whales are considered sentinel species — their health offers an early warning about the condition of ocean ecosystems. Yet today, one in four cetacean species is vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered. Join Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute (GMGI) to learn about its eight-year collaboration with Ocean Alliance (OA), a Gloucester-based nonprofit pioneering drone technology for marine mammal science. Together, GMGI and OA are using whale exhalant, or blow, collected with SnotBot®, an aptly-named drone used for noninvasive sample collection, to study whale respiratory microbiomes across multiple species and oceans. This research is building the foundation needed to track changes in the health status of whales and their ocean ecosystem over time.

Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester

Music Video Bingo

Join us every Tuesday in our Laneside Pub & Brewery for Music Video Bingo! Listen to music, play, win prizes and have fun!

Laneside Pub & Brewery at Cape Ann Lanes 53 Gloucester Ave Gloucester, MA 01930

Fiber Arts Circle

Begin a new project or finish one you've already started. Enjoy conversation and company with fellow crafters. Fiber arts include but are not limited to knitting, crocheting, embroidery, weaving and felting. New to knitting? Start a simple project with needles and ya......More

Begin a new project or finish one you've already started. Enjoy conversation and company with fellow crafters. Fiber arts include but are not limited to knitting, crocheting, embroidery, weaving and felting. New to knitting? Start a simple project with needles and yarn provided by the library. Join us by the fireplace and let's craft together! Want more crafting resources? Sign up for Creative Bug for free using your library card. Creative Bug is an online resource that has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. 

Candlepins for a Cause 2026

Grab your friends, lace up those bowling shoes, and roll with us for a night that's all about community, connection, and giving back.  Join us as we celebrate the incredible organizations and programs supported by the Cape Ann Community Foundation ? and help us raise......More

Grab your friends, lace up those bowling shoes, and roll with us for a night that's all about community, connection, and giving back.  Join us as we celebrate the incredible organizations and programs supported by the Cape Ann Community Foundation ? and help us raise funds to keep that impact growing. Since 2015, the Foundation has awarded $130,000 in grants to nonprofits in Essex, Gloucester, Manchester-by-the-Sea, and Rockport ? made possible through Cape Ann License Plate sales and the generosity of supporters like you. Now it's time to keep the momentum going! We're building 16 teams of six bowlers at just $240 per team. Flying solo? Individual bowlers can join the fun for a $40 donation. Prefer to cheer from the sidelines? For a $20 donation, you can be part of the excitement and support the cause. Throughout the evening, you'll have the chance to meet past grant recipients and see firsthand the organizations your support makes possible. Spots will fill fast ? rally your team and let's roll for a great cause! Candlepins for a Cause ? Sponsorship Opportunities $1,000 Presenting Sponsor (One Only) - SOLD TO CAMPBELL FUNERAL HOME Premier Event Presence Recognition as the Presenting Sponsor of Candlepins for a Cause Opportunity to deliver brief welcome remarks at the event Prominent logo on event welcome poster, including: Short company blurb Website URL QR code Opportunity to display a pop-up banner or branded signage at the event (provided by sponsor) One reserved lane for six bowlers Website & Digital Visibility Prominent logo on the Foundation homepage during event promotion Prominent logo on the event page Email Marketing Prominent logo placement on event e-blast sent to our full email base Social Media Recognition Mention on all social media posts supporting the event Dedicated pre-event social media spotlight post featuring full-color logo and website/contact information Dedicated post-event thank-you social media post Option 1: $660 Gold Sponsor with Team of 6 Bowlers ($80 savings for team) Option 2: $500 Gold Sponsor (without bowlers) Premier Event Presence Full-color logo on poster board at the event, including website URL Website & Digital Visibility Logo on the event page with click-through to your website Email Marketing Logo placement on event e-blast sent to our full email base Social Media Recognition Mention on all social media posts supporting the event Dedicated pre-event social media spotlight post featuring full-color logo and website/contact information Inclusion in post-event Sponsor Thank You social media carousel $250 Silver Sponsor Premier Event Presence Full-color logo on poster board at the event Email Marketing Logo placement on event e-blast sent to our full email base Social Media Recognition Mention on all social media posts supporting the event Dedicated shared Silver Sponsor social media post featuring full-color logos and website/contact information Inclusion in post-event Sponsor Thank You social media carousel $100 Bronze Sponsors Premier Event Presence Company name listed on poster board at the event Email Marketing Company name mentioned on event e-blast sent to our full email base Social Media Recognition Inclusion in post-event Sponsor Thank You social media carousel Questions about Sponsorship? Contact Sam Bevins at (978) 283-1601 or email [email protected].

Cape Ann Lanes 53 Gloucester Avenue, Gloucester, Ma 01930

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and gold......More

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email. Public Rooftop Access will not be available the weekend of Fiesta.   

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Gardens of the Gilded Age Book Launch and Lecture

Step back into America’s golden era when author Jana Milbocker will talk about her newest book, Gardens of the Gilded Age at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate. In this richly illustrated talk, Jana will explore the estates and landscapes created for families such as the V......More

Step back into America’s golden era when author Jana Milbocker will talk about her newest book, Gardens of the Gilded Age at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate. In this richly illustrated talk, Jana will explore the estates and landscapes created for families such as the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers – and the Cranes – alongside the visionary architects and designers who brought their grandeur to life. Castle Hill is one of thirty gardens profiled in the book. The lecture will take place in the Great House and doors will open at 5:30 pm. Attendees are welcome to arrive early and explore the Castle Hill gardens and grounds. Meet the author during post-talk book signing. Light refreshments will be served following the lecture. Accessible parking and seating are available. Tickets are $28 for Trustees members. $35 for nonmembers. Full event details here.

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd., Ipswich

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than w......More

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.  Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Natti-Willsky Performance Center: Home of Gloucester Stage Company 267 East Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930

Cape Ann Development Collaborative Committee Meeting

Cape Ann WarriorsDevelopment Warriors Committee Meeting

Hybrid In Person & Zoom Location varies each month. Contact [email protected] for details.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Thalassa Gallery

Join Us in Celebrating the Grand Opening of Thalassa Gallery in Rockport! We’re thrilled to celebrate this special occasion with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Come help us recognize Rockport's newest gallery ~ A destination of original art. A love letter to the sea. ......More

Join Us in Celebrating the Grand Opening of Thalassa Gallery in Rockport! We’re thrilled to celebrate this special occasion with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Come help us recognize Rockport's newest gallery ~ A destination of original art. A love letter to the sea. Come and browse the artistic elements during the open house celebration with refreshments after the ribbon cutting.    

Thalassa

North of Boston and Discover Gloucester Member Meet Up

An Evening on the Sun Deck Join Discover Gloucester & the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau for a special member meet up. Come see Mile Marker One's new Sun Deck to capture the sunset, taste new menu items from their food truck and sample summer cocktai......More

An Evening on the Sun Deck Join Discover Gloucester & the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau for a special member meet up. Come see Mile Marker One's new Sun Deck to capture the sunset, taste new menu items from their food truck and sample summer cocktails with your colleagues from North of Boston, Cape Ann and Gloucester.

Sun Deck at Mile Marker One Cape Ann Marina

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and gold......More

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email. Public Rooftop Access will not be available the weekend of Fiesta.   

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Beauport Cruiselines Sunset Dinner Cruise

Golden hour hits different at sea.  Join us on Thursday, June 18th from 6:00PM - 9:00PM for an unforgettable evening on the water aboard our Sunset Dinner Cruise! Savor a mouthwatering buffet featuring dishes like Boneless Short Ribs Bourguignon and Panko Crusted ......More

Golden hour hits different at sea.  Join us on Thursday, June 18th from 6:00PM - 9:00PM for an unforgettable evening on the water aboard our Sunset Dinner Cruise! Savor a mouthwatering buffet featuring dishes like Boneless Short Ribs Bourguignon and Panko Crusted Chicken Paillard, sip on handcrafted seasonal cocktails, and take in the panoramic sweeping harbor views.  With live entertainment and a cash bar onboard, it’s the perfect way to dine, dance, and drift through a warm summer evening.  Tickets are $92 for adults and $55 for children, including the buffet. A cash bar will also be available. Book Now: https://bit.ly/4nucorh

6 Rowe Sq #3057, Gloucester, MA 01930

Beauport Cruiselines Sunset Dinner Cruise

Golden hour hits different at sea.  Join us on Thursday, June 18th from 6:00PM–9:00PM for an unforgettable evening on the water aboard our Sunset Dinner Cruise! Savor a mouthwatering buffet featuring dishes like Boneless Short Ribs Bourguignon and Panko Crusted Ch......More

Golden hour hits different at sea.  Join us on Thursday, June 18th from 6:00PM–9:00PM for an unforgettable evening on the water aboard our Sunset Dinner Cruise! Savor a mouthwatering buffet featuring dishes like Boneless Short Ribs Bourguignon and Panko Crusted Chicken Paillard, sip on handcrafted seasonal cocktails, and take in the panoramic sweeping harbor views.  With live entertainment and a cash bar onboard, it’s the perfect way to dine, dance, and drift through a warm summer evening.  Tickets are $92 for adults and $55 for children, including the buffet. A cash bar will also be available. Book Now: https://bit.ly/4nucorh

6 Rowe Sq #3057, Gloucester, MA 01930

The Restorative Listening Room - Music and Relaxation

Come as you are. Bring a mat and a friend. We’ll have the room stocked with blankets, bolsters, and blocks — grab whatever you need to settle in and get comfortable. For 90 minutes, live guitar and singing bowls fill the room — part sound bath, part concert, a place to ......More

Come as you are. Bring a mat and a friend. We’ll have the room stocked with blankets, bolsters, and blocks — grab whatever you need to settle in and get comfortable. For 90 minutes, live guitar and singing bowls fill the room — part sound bath, part concert, a place to relax. No instruction, no agenda. Just music designed to help you slow down, breathe, and settle into stillness. Steve Lacey is a professional musician and educator based in Gloucester, MA. He studied Tibetan singing bowls with Katherine Hamer, founder of Singing Bowl & Sound Institute of New York in 2021 and has been offering private and group sound bath sessions in Gloucester as well as accompanying restorative yoga classes at Treetop Yoga and other studios in the north shore area.

Treetop Yoga 3A Pond Rd, Gloucester MA

Brentano Quartet & Jonathan Biss, piano

The Brentano Quartet—celebrated for its “luxuriously warm sound” and imaginative interpretations—joins pianist Jonathan Biss for a program of Haydn, Beethoven, and Dvorák, uniting one of today’s leading chamber ensembles with a pianist admired for intellectual depth an......More

The Brentano Quartet—celebrated for its “luxuriously warm sound” and imaginative interpretations—joins pianist Jonathan Biss for a program of Haydn, Beethoven, and Dvorák, uniting one of today’s leading chamber ensembles with a pianist admired for intellectual depth and expressive clarity.

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than w......More

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.  Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Natti-Willsky Performance Center: Home of Gloucester Stage Company 267 East Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930

Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop

Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebra......More

Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun sets over Gloucester Harbor, sip handcrafted cocktails, and soak in the atmosphere high above the water. Feeling bold? Bring your suit and take a dip in the pool or hot tub. This event is for guests 21+. General Admission starts at $30 and does not include food or beverage. VIP Premium Lounge Tables are $300 and include entry and premium seating for four. For a more elevated experience, reserve one of our VIP Premium Lounge Tables on the Harbor View side of the rooftop. These exclusive tables include a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (inclusive of tax and gratuity)—perfect for toasting the night in style. Tickets are non-refundable. This event is rain or shine unless the rooftop is closed due to inclement weather, as determined by Beauport management by 2PM on the day of the event. Guests will be notified via email.

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

6th Annual Gloucester Juneteenth Celebration

Join the Cape Ann Museum at Gloucester City Hall to celebrate Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Flag raising with comments from city officials and CAM staff outside City Ha......More

Join the Cape Ann Museum at Gloucester City Hall to celebrate Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Flag raising with comments from city officials and CAM staff outside City Hall. 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Community reading of Frederick Douglass’s What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? Following the reading the public is invited to stay for a facilitated discussion to discuss the speech and their experience reading it. Kyrouz Auditorium, Gloucester City Hall We hope that you can join us for this community gathering to reflect on important history and the work that still needs to be done.

Gloucester City Hall 9 Dale Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

En Plein Air Summer Sketch Class Series with Sue Wheeler

From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! The three-class series offers a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson with an hour and a half of indepe......More

From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! The three-class series offers a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson with an hour and a half of independent sketching time. All you need to bring is a sketchbook, pencils, a ruler, and an eraser. Please note: watercolors, pastels, oils, or acrylics are not permitted on the Museum grounds. Attendees who wish to tour the Hammond Castle Museum after any of the classes class are entitled to a 20% discount on a self-guided tour. Tour tickets may be purchased in the Museum Shop before 2:30 pm on the day of this class. Fridays Summer Sketch Series En Plein Air classes: 9:30 am- 11:30 am. June 12, 19 & 26.   These classes are weather-dependent; in the event of inclement weather, this class will be rescheduled with Sue. This series is $75. Registration closes on the morning of the first class. Museum Member savings apply.   About Sue Wheeler: Sue has a lifetime of making art through various mediums from delectable pastries to abstracts in pastels, watercolor, and acrylics. She enjoys using her creative flair in quilting and interior design as well.   Sue graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor’s in business with a focus on hospitality management and earned an associate’s degree from the Culinary Institute of America. Following her tenure as a pastry chef in New Hampshire, Sue returned to school for a certificate in graphic design and put her talents to use as a designer in the book publishing and art publishing industries in Vermont. In early 2019, Sue opened her own gallery and studio, Arts Abound in Magnolia Village, MA, as an artistic haven for local artists. Through the gallery, over 30 artists featured their creative works, ranging from paintings, hand-painted silk scarves, silver jewelry, and more. Sue also ran many workshops and classes featuring many of the artists. Often, Sue would work late into the night, painting in her Arts Abound studio. After closing the gallery in 2022, Sue continued to offer the often sold-out painting classes, taught by some of the Arts Abound artists.   Sue has studied under numerous artists to learn watercolor, acrylic painting, cold wax & oil, and collage. Her goals for the Hammond Castle Museum sketch classes are to engage those who are new to the world of art and reinvigorate those who haven’t picked up a blank canvas or sketch pad in a long time. Sue’s philosophy on the creative process encourages you to be less concerned about the final product and instead to enjoy the journey of creativity and get lost in the moment. Once you find yourself in your work, you may just be surprised!

Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave Gloucester, MA 01930

Beyond the Music Talk: Anthony McGill, clarinet

Principal Clarinetist of the New York Philharmonic, Anthony McGill will share insights into performing as part of an orchestra, among other topics of the classical music scene.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Denim on Denim

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to Celebrate The Grand Opening of Denim on Denim! Come celebrate Gloucester's newest retail storefront! Step into their new storefront with Jeans for Everybody!  

Past Life & Spirit Guide Connection

An immerse evening of relaxation, self discovery and spiritual connection.  Meditation to explore possible past life experience, followed by time for reflection and sharing.

Revive Wellness Center 232 Main Street Gloucester, Ma 01930

A Far Cry & Anthony McGill, clarinet

A Far Cry joins Anthony McGill, Principal Clarinet of the New York Philharmonic, for a performance of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, pairing McGill’s trademark brilliance with the ensemble’s adventurous, collaborative spirit in a program of elegance, vitality, and shared ......More

A Far Cry joins Anthony McGill, Principal Clarinet of the New York Philharmonic, for a performance of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, pairing McGill’s trademark brilliance with the ensemble’s adventurous, collaborative spirit in a program of elegance, vitality, and shared musical purpose.

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than w......More

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.  Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Natti-Willsky Performance Center: Home of Gloucester Stage Company 267 East Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930

The Battle of Gloucester Reenactment

Bringing the Past to Life  As part of our country's celebration of America250, The Battle of Gloucester Reenactment will commemorate a lesser-know skirmish on Cape Ann.  History will come alive on the shores of Stage Fort Park as over 500 reenactors recreate the......More

Bringing the Past to Life  As part of our country's celebration of America250, The Battle of Gloucester Reenactment will commemorate a lesser-know skirmish on Cape Ann.  History will come alive on the shores of Stage Fort Park as over 500 reenactors recreate the battle clashing on both land and sea. "The Battle of Gloucester, though frequently eclipsed by more significant engagements, had profound and lasting implications. It exposed the weaknesses in British naval operations near the coast, bolstered local determination, and set in motion the development of a naval force poised to eventually contest British dominance at sea."  Getting there Travel   Although Cape Ann is off the beaten path, it is easy to get to through myriad means of transportation. By Car From I-95, take the Yankee Division Highway straight into the heart of Gloucester Commuter Rail The Newburyport/Rockport line offers easy access to downtown Gloucester—and is only 1.3 miles from Stage Fort Park. From North Station, board a Rockport-bound train. From the North Shore, board a Boston-bound train and get off at Salem to transfer to a Rockport train. Parking and Shuttles Parking and Shuttle services will be available in Stage Fort Park and throughout the city to accommodate all the spectators for the event.  More details coming soon. Staying Nearby Gloucester and Rockport boast numerous inns and hotels. Space is limited, so book soon!   Parking will be available at Stage Fort Park and throughout the city of Gloucester to accommodate all the spectators for the event, as well as shuttle service to get you to and from your car.   Shuttle Service Free shuttle service will be available throughout the day to ferry you to and from the commuter rail station or your car.  SATURDAY 10:00am – 6:00pm Shuttle service will commence at 10am once parking at Stage Fort fills up.  ​SUNDAY 10:00am – 4:00pm Shuttle service will commence at 10am once parking at Stage Fort fills up. Public Transportation / Commuter Rail The Newburyport/Rockport line offers easy access to downtown Gloucester—and is only 1.3 miles from Stage Fort Park. From North Station, board a Rockport-bound train. From the North Shore, board a Boston-bound train and get off at Salem to transfer to a Rockport train.  ​We recommend downloading the MBTA mTicket app for tickets and schedules.  ​When you arrive at the West Gloucester station, there will be a shuttle bus to take you to the event.  Shuttle Service Free shuttle service will be available throughout the day to ferry you to and from the commuter rail station or your car.  SATURDAY 10:00am – 6:00pm Shuttle service will commence at 10am once parking at Stage Fort fills up.  ​SUNDAY 10:00am – 4:00pm Shuttle service will commence at 10am once parking at Stage Fort fills up. Public Transportation / Commuter Rail The Newburyport/Rockport line offers easy access to downtown Gloucester—and is only 1.3 miles from Stage Fort Park. From North Station, board a Rockport-bound train. From the North Shore, board a Boston-bound train and get off at Salem to transfer to a Rockport train.  ​We recommend downloading the MBTA mTicket app for tickets and schedules.  ​When you arrive at the West Gloucester station, there will be a shuttle bus to take you to the event.  Driving ​From I-95, take the Yankee Division Highway straight into the heart of Gloucester. There will be numerous places to park throughout the city, and free shuttle service to get you to and from the event.    Shuttle Service Free shuttle service will be available throughout the day to ferry you to and from the commuter rail station or your car.  SATURDAY 10:00am – 6:00pm Shuttle service will commence at 10am once parking at Stage Fort fills up.  ​SUNDAY 10:00am – 4:00pm Shuttle service will commence at 10am once parking at Stage Fort fills up. Public Transportation / Commuter Rail The Newburyport/Rockport line offers easy access to downtown Gloucester—and is only 1.3 miles from Stage Fort Park. From North Station, board a Rockport-bound train. From the North Shore, board a Boston-bound train and get off at Salem to transfer to a Rockport train.  ​We recommend downloading the MBTA mTicket app for tickets and schedules.  ​When you arrive at the West Gloucester station, there will be a shuttle bus to take you to the event.  To view all the parking lot locations, click the map to the right.  Restaurants Gloucester is home to more restaurants than you can shake a ramrod at. Whatever you’re feeling, the city has many amazing eateries to suit your tastes!     Although Cape Ann is off the beaten path, it is easy to get to through myriad means of transportation. By Car From I-95, take the Yankee Division Highway straight into the heart of Gloucester Commuter Rail The Newburyport/Rockport line offers easy access to downtown Gloucester—and is only 1.3 miles from Stage Fort Park. From North Station, board a Rockport-bound train. From the North Shore, board a Boston-bound train and get off at Salem to transfer to a Rockport train. Shuttles to the Event Stay tuned—more to come. Staying Nearby Gloucester and Rockport boast numerous inns and hotels. Space is limited, so book soon! Restaurants Gloucester is home to more restaurants than you can shake a ramrod at. Whatever you’re feeling, the city has many amazing eateries to suit your tastes!  

Stage Fort Park, Gloucester, MA

Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop

Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebra......More

Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun sets over Gloucester Harbor, sip handcrafted cocktails, and soak in the atmosphere high above the water. Feeling bold? Bring your suit and take a dip in the pool or hot tub. This event is for guests 21+. General Admission starts at $30 and does not include food or beverage. VIP Premium Lounge Tables are $300 and include entry and premium seating for four. For a more elevated experience, reserve one of our VIP Premium Lounge Tables on the Harbor View side of the rooftop. These exclusive tables include a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (inclusive of tax and gratuity)—perfect for toasting the night in style. Tickets are non-refundable. This event is rain or shine unless the rooftop is closed due to inclement weather, as determined by Beauport management by 2PM on the day of the event. Guests will be notified via email.

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Rockport Exchange Farmers Market

Find Fresh, Buy Local, Eat Well! Join us in Harvey Park from 9-1 PM, to celebrate the start of a season of farm fresh goods, craft goods, community, live music, and more! Come out and bring your friends and enjoy music by Steve Lacey and information from the Rockp......More

Find Fresh, Buy Local, Eat Well! Join us in Harvey Park from 9-1 PM, to celebrate the start of a season of farm fresh goods, craft goods, community, live music, and more! Come out and bring your friends and enjoy music by Steve Lacey and information from the Rockport Rotary!   Experience some of our wonderful vendors, which vary each Saturday! Cape Ann Sea Salt Co. Bonny Breads Buenos Aires Marshal's Farmstand Elevated Soul Far From the Tree Cider Driftwood Farm LLC Goody-Goody Hold Fast Company It's KeleWele 31 Janet's Cookies Lauralee's Country Kitchen L's Goodies Snacks Magnus Woodsmith Marshview Farm Ninawa Zero Waste Rascal Relish Roving Radish Flower Farm Seaview Farm Spice Weasel Squairnot Twin Birch Farm Underground Mushroom Co. Wicked Bess Wild Heart Wildly Rooted Culinary Garden & Milky Way Apothecary Wild Woods Maple 1634 Meadery

En Plein Air Sketch Classes with Sue Wheeler

From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, En Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! This two-hour session includes a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson. All you need to bring is a s......More

From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, En Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! This two-hour session includes a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson. All you need to bring is a sketchbook, pencils, a ruler, and an eraser. Please note: watercolors, pastels, oils, or acrylics are not permitted on the Museum grounds. Attendees who wish to tour the Hammond Castle Museum after this class are entitled to a 20% discount on a self-guided tour. Tour tickets may be purchased in the Museum Shop before 2:30 pm on the day of this class. Class Schedule: Thursday Plein Air Sketch classes: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. May:14 June: 11 July 23: (6 – 8 pm) August: 6 September: 10 October: 8 Saturday En Plein Air Sketch classes: 9:30 am- 11:30 am. May: 9 June: 20 July:18 August: 1 September: 5 October: 3 All classes are $25 each. Museum Member savings apply. Weather-dependent; classes may be canceled, and reservations will be refunded if necessary. About Sue Wheeler: Sue has a lifetime of making art through various mediums from delectable pastries to abstracts in pastels, watercolor, and acrylics. She enjoys using her creative flair in quilting and interior design as well. Sue graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor’s in business with a focus on hospitality management and earned an associate’s degree from the Culinary Institute of America. Following her tenure as a pastry chef in New Hampshire, Sue returned to school for a certificate in graphic design and put her talents to use as a designer in the book publishing and art publishing industries in Vermont. In early 2019, Sue opened her own gallery and studio, Arts Abound in Magnolia Village, MA, as an artistic haven for local artists. Through the gallery, over 30 artists featured their creative works, ranging from paintings, hand-painted silk scarves, silver jewelry, and more. Sue also ran many workshops and classes featuring many of the artists. Often, Sue would work late into the night, painting in her Arts Abound studio. After closing the gallery in 2022, Sue continued to offer the often sold-out painting classes, taught by some of the Arts Abound artists. Sue has studied under numerous artists to learn watercolor, acrylic painting, cold wax & oil, and collage. Her goals for the Hammond Castle Museum sketch classes are to engage those who are new to the world of art and reinvigorate those who haven’t picked up a blank canvas or sketch pad in a long time. Sue’s philosophy on the creative process encourages you to be less concerned about the final product and instead to enjoy the journey of creativity and get lost in the moment. Once you find yourself in your work, you may just be surprised!

Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave Gloucester, MA 01930

Street Stories with Phil STorey

Join noted raconteur Phil Storey for this "fun filled" Phil Facts about Gloucester's deep literary past! Phil Storey is a local local historian, noted raconteur, and master storyteller. He developed this engaging literary walking tour during Gloucester’s 400+ celebr......More

Join noted raconteur Phil Storey for this "fun filled" Phil Facts about Gloucester's deep literary past! Phil Storey is a local local historian, noted raconteur, and master storyteller. He developed this engaging literary walking tour during Gloucester’s 400+ celebration and is excited to continue hosting it in partnership with the Gloucester Writers Center. Gloucester has long been home to remarkable writers and literary voices. From early pioneers like Judith Sargent Murray and her groundbreaking feminist writings, to Nobel Prize-winning poet T.S. Eliot, who spent many summers of his boyhood in Gloucester, the city’s connection to literature runs deep. Gloucester’s landscape, harbor, and sea life have inspired generations of writers and poets. The tour also explores the rich poetic dialogue between Charles Olson and Vincent Ferrini in the twentieth century, as well as the many visiting authors who came to Gloucester seeking inspiration. These include Rudyard Kipling, author of Captains Courageous; Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, whose poem The Wreck of the Hesperus was inspired by the region; and horror master H.P. Lovecraft, whose The Shadow Over Innsmouth echoes the atmosphere of Cape Ann’s fishing towns. Join us for a funny, entertaining, and informative walk through Gloucester’s literary past. Meet at 80 Main Street All Literary Walk dates begin at 10:00 AM May 30 June 13 June 27 July 11 July 25 Aug 8 August 22 September 5 September 19 - Rails to Trails Event

Mozart Sonatas

Violinist Mark Steinberg of the Brentano Quartet joins pianist Jonathan Biss for a one-hour program devoted to Mozart’s violin sonatas, showcasing elegance, intimacy, and expressive dialogue from two artists celebrated for their insight and refinement.

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

Reiki Level 2 Certification

Step into your next level.  Become a Certified Reiki Level 2 practitioner in the peaceful Salt Cave at Revive Wellness and learn powerful distant healing techniques, sacred Reiki symbols, and intuitive energy works.

Revive Wellness Center 232 Main Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Father's Day Pizza & BBQ Bash at Appleton Farms, Ipswich, MA

Bring Dad to Appleton Farms on the Saturday of Father’s Day weekend for our own seasonal wood-fired pizza, local beer, wine and cider, local BBQ, and live music! Appleton will be slinging their famous pies which are not to be missed! We’ll have Notch Brewing on-site se......More

Bring Dad to Appleton Farms on the Saturday of Father’s Day weekend for our own seasonal wood-fired pizza, local beer, wine and cider, local BBQ, and live music! Appleton will be slinging their famous pies which are not to be missed! We’ll have Notch Brewing on-site serving up some beer, wine, and cider, with barbecue from Fat Belly Food Truck and sweet treats from DownRiver Ice Cream. Enjoy music from Orville Giddings and Gravity Rising. Orville Giddings will take the stage from 12:30-2:30, and Gravity Rising from 3:00-5:00. Please select either 12pm, 1pm or 2:30pm for your timed-ticket entrance fee. Tickets are by the car – $20 for Trustees Members and $30 for nonmembers. Carpooling is encouraged! The cost will cover parking and access to this special event, including the concert and games. Food, hayrides and beer must be purchased separately and are available only at the event. Space is limited and pre-registration is strongly suggested. This event is known to sell out! Limited seating is available. We recommend bringing blankets or camping chairs. You may be required to walk several minutes to get to the event from overflow parking through our crop-field paths or dirt roads. Questions? Contact us at [email protected]

Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Hamilton & Ipswich, MA

Reiki 2 Certification at Revive Wellness

Get trained and certified in Reiki Level 2 at Revive Wellness — deepen your connection to energy healing, spirituality, and intuition in a deeply relaxing environment. In This Powerful Workshop You Will:  Receive attunement to 3 Reiki symbols  Learn how to sen......More

Get trained and certified in Reiki Level 2 at Revive Wellness — deepen your connection to energy healing, spirituality, and intuition in a deeply relaxing environment. In This Powerful Workshop You Will:  Receive attunement to 3 Reiki symbols  Learn how to send distant Reiki healing  Strengthen your inner guidance and intuition  Practice hands-on and remote healing  Step into your role as a certified Reiki Level 2 practitioner After this class, you will be ready to conduct your own distant Reiki sessions. Open to all Reiki Level 1 practitioners.  

Revive Wellness 232 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Summer Solstice Restorative Yoga with Thai Bodywork and Sound Healing

The longest day of the year, and somehow it still isn't enough time to slow down. This two-hour class is an invitation to welcome summer differently. You'll settle into deeply supported yoga poses — bolsters, blankets, the works — while receiving gentle hands-on Thai bo......More

The longest day of the year, and somehow it still isn't enough time to slow down. This two-hour class is an invitation to welcome summer differently. You'll settle into deeply supported yoga poses — bolsters, blankets, the works — while receiving gentle hands-on Thai bodywork that coaxes your muscles to actually let go. Metal singing bowls are placed directly on the body, so you don't just hear the sound, you feel it moving through you. Summer on Cape Ann is full — beaches, boats, farmers markets, all of it. This is your chance to pause in the middle of it and actually feel good in your body. No experience needed. Just show up.

Treetop Yoga 3A Pond Rd

Humor & Harmony

An Evening of Music, Film, and Comedy with the Canellakis–Brown Duo Part concert, part film, part comedy, Humor & Harmony reinvents the recital experience as cellist-filmmaker Nicholas Canellakis and pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown blend gorgeous classics, virt......More

An Evening of Music, Film, and Comedy with the Canellakis–Brown Duo Part concert, part film, part comedy, Humor & Harmony reinvents the recital experience as cellist-filmmaker Nicholas Canellakis and pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown blend gorgeous classics, virtuosic originals and arrangements, and wildly popular comedy films into one unforgettable, genre-defying evening.

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

Brendan Evans in Concert

Brendan Evans presents a program of guitar music centered around works by Augustin Barrios and Manuel Ponce - a set of waltzes full of virtuosic and melodious springtime energy, followed by an extended meditation on the medieval musical schema La Folia. Join Cape Ann......More

Brendan Evans presents a program of guitar music centered around works by Augustin Barrios and Manuel Ponce - a set of waltzes full of virtuosic and melodious springtime energy, followed by an extended meditation on the medieval musical schema La Folia. Join Cape Ann Guitar Society in the beautiful St. Anthony's by the Sea for an evening recital by founder Brendan Evans. Classical guitarist Brendan Evans has performed, taught, and won awards throughout North America and around the world. His debut album, Tiento, was released in January of 2026 on Green Flash Records. A Rockport, Massachusetts native, Brendan performs and teaches locally and internationally, is the founder of Cape Ann Guitar Society, and enjoys playing in various groups, including the original project Nightowls. Brendan holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in classical guitar performance from the Oberlin and San Francisco Conservatories. While pursuing his undergraduate degree Brendan spent a year studying flamenco guitar in the cities of Granada and Cordoba, Spain. Cape Ann Guitar Society is dedicated to building and nurturing a community of listening and learning through guitar related concerts, workshops, and meetups. As a maritime center, Cape Ann’s culture is inherently diverse, and we seek out, represent, and learn from that diversity through the guitar. The Guitar Society amplifies local voices and brings visiting artists and teachers to Cape Ann, connecting our local communities with the global guitar family - music as cultural diplomacy. We seek to expand the repertoire through commissioning projects and collaborate with other local arts and historical organizations. Consecrated in 1925, St. Anthony’s by the Sea is a fieldstone church constructed in the English parish gothic style, and is a member of Gloucester’s Holy Family Parish.

St. Anthony's by the Sea 21 Farrington Ave. Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than w......More

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.  Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Natti-Willsky Performance Center: Home of Gloucester Stage Company 267 East Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930

Queer Karaoke at Harbor 9 Golf and Sports Bar

For all LGBTQIA+ folks and friends, 18+ (IDs will be checked). NO COVER! Join your hostess Dr. Viola Voila for the 2nd Annual night of queer karaoke joy and community at Harbor9--if you missed this last year, you probably heard how great it was, so get it on your cale......More

For all LGBTQIA+ folks and friends, 18+ (IDs will be checked). NO COVER! Join your hostess Dr. Viola Voila for the 2nd Annual night of queer karaoke joy and community at Harbor9--if you missed this last year, you probably heard how great it was, so get it on your calendar now!

Harbor 9 Golf and Sports Bar

Piers Lane & Friends

Piers Lane, piano | Michael Stephen Brown, piano | Danbi Um, violin | Aaron Boyd, violin | Barry Shiffman, viola | Nick Canellakis, cello | Adrianne Pieczonka, soprano Internationally acclaimed pianist Piers Lane—renowned for his versatility as a soloist and chamber m......More

Piers Lane, piano | Michael Stephen Brown, piano | Danbi Um, violin | Aaron Boyd, violin | Barry Shiffman, viola | Nick Canellakis, cello | Adrianne Pieczonka, soprano Internationally acclaimed pianist Piers Lane—renowned for his versatility as a soloist and chamber musician—leads an ensemble in a program featuring Schubert’s Fantasie for Piano, Four Hands, alongside works by Holst and Elgar.

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

Classical at Crane Isn't A Drag With Dr. Viola Voilà

Castle Hill is proud to present an evening with Dr. Viola Voilà featuring a classical repertoire on viola and piano in the Great House Ballroom. Pianist Eion Clark will accompany Dr. Viola Voilà. The concert will honor the Summer Solstice with Antonio Vivaldi’s Summer ......More

Castle Hill is proud to present an evening with Dr. Viola Voilà featuring a classical repertoire on viola and piano in the Great House Ballroom. Pianist Eion Clark will accompany Dr. Viola Voilà. The concert will honor the Summer Solstice with Antonio Vivaldi’s Summer from The Four Seasons, III. Presto; Sergei Prokofiev’s Selected Pieces from the Ballet Romeo and Juliet; George Gershwin’s Summertime; and Selections by Donna Summer. A cookie and lemonade reception will follow each performance.

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd., Ipswich

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and gold......More

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email. Public Rooftop Access will not be available the weekend of Fiesta.   

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than w......More

When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.  Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Natti-Willsky Performance Center: Home of Gloucester Stage Company 267 East Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930

Fish Tales Fiesta!

The Gloucester ‘Fiesta!’ is always great fun, but is it more than that? Yes, of course! Much more! Come hear storytellers from Cape Ann tell stories about their experiences with the traditions, ceremonies, competitions, spirit (and fun!) of this treasured anchor to Glou......More

The Gloucester ‘Fiesta!’ is always great fun, but is it more than that? Yes, of course! Much more! Come hear storytellers from Cape Ann tell stories about their experiences with the traditions, ceremonies, competitions, spirit (and fun!) of this treasured anchor to Gloucester’s rich history. Hosted by Kevin Perrin, ticket proceeds will help the Gloucester Writers Center continue to bring free and low-cost readings, lectures, workshops, open mics, and storytelling to beautiful Cape Ann.

The Cut 177 Main Street Gloucester, MA 0193

The Art of the Woodcut with Master Printmaker Don Gorvett

WORKSHOP #1 WOODCUT/REDUCTION JUNE 22-26 The first five-day summer workshop will focus on single or multi-color reduction woodcut, your choice. Participants will have the opportunity to develop their own designs, explore cutting techniques, and learn to use and main......More

WORKSHOP #1 WOODCUT/REDUCTION JUNE 22-26 The first five-day summer workshop will focus on single or multi-color reduction woodcut, your choice. Participants will have the opportunity to develop their own designs, explore cutting techniques, and learn to use and maintain a printing press. There are presently two of the six spots available. We invite participants of all skill levels. The cost is $475 and covers basic materials, including oil-based printing inks, newsprint, an initial supply of paper, and shared studio cutting tools. New cutting tool sets are available for purchase. A $100 deposit will secure your spot, with the remaining balance due at the first class. Dates & Hours: Monday through Friday, June 22-26, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Also, enrolling for WORKSHOP #2 REDUCTION WOODCUT, JULY 6-10, and WORKSHOP #3 REDUCTION WOODCUT, AUGUST 10-14 To secure your spot, please call Don Gorvett Gallery at 603-436-7278 with cc, or mail/drop off a check for $100. The balance due of $375 is on the first day of class. Please pay with a check made out to Don Gorvett Gallery. 603-436-7278 with cc, or mail/drop off a check for $100. The balance due of $375 is on the first day of class. Please pay with a check made out to Don Gorvett Gallery. 

Don Gorvett Studio at the Beacon Marine Basin, 211 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA. 01930

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and gold......More

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email. Public Rooftop Access will not be available the weekend of Fiesta.   

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Small Business University Presents: Massachusetts Payroll, Human Resources, and Compliance

Welcome to Small Business University The Chamber's small business seminar series offering a fresh opportunity to learn, connect, and grow! Each session will feature expert insights from fellow Chamber members, offering valuable tools, tips, and resources on a wide rang......More

Welcome to Small Business University The Chamber's small business seminar series offering a fresh opportunity to learn, connect, and grow! Each session will feature expert insights from fellow Chamber members, offering valuable tools, tips, and resources on a wide range of topics to help your business thrive. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, these engaging, information-packed seminars are designed with your success in mind. Massachusetts Payroll, Human Resources, and Compliance: What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know in 2026 Massachusetts employment laws continue to evolve, creating new challenges and compliance obligations for businesses of all sizes. Join payroll and HR expert Page Driscoll of Commonwealth Payroll & HR for an informative seminar designed specifically for small business owners, managers, and nonprofit leaders. This session will provide a practical overview of key topics including wage and hour laws, employee classification, earned sick time, Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML), pay transparency requirements, hiring compliance, employee handbooks, overtime rules, and emerging cybersecurity risks related to payroll and HR. Attendees will also learn about common compliance mistakes, potential penalties, and simple steps they can take to protect their organizations. Whether you have employees today or are planning to grow your team, this seminar will help you better understand your responsibilities as a Massachusetts employer and provide actionable guidance to keep your business compliant and running smoothly.

Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Conference Room or via Zoom Zoom link will be provided prior to event

Gloucester Gratis Days Complimentary Admission at Hammond Castle Museum

Gloucester Gratis Days - Every Tuesday Residents Enter for Free! Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century, John Hays Hammond, Jr. In keeping with our founder’s original vision for his seaside castle-home to serve as a ......More

Gloucester Gratis Days - Every Tuesday Residents Enter for Free! Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century, John Hays Hammond, Jr. In keeping with our founder’s original vision for his seaside castle-home to serve as a museum offering the Gloucester community access to ancient works of architectural art, Hammond Castle Museum is pleased to offer free self-guided tours to Gloucester residents every Tuesday throughout the regular tour season, which runs through early November, and during the holiday season, Museum-wide temporary exhibit, Deck the Halls. Proof of residency for all Gloucester Gratis Days reservations is required upon check-in at the Museum. Advance registration is recommended but not required. You may also register upon arrival in the Museum Shop. Flexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours: Experience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our flexible arrival times for self-guided tours. Your reservation grants you entry anytime within your session time, ensuring you can arrive stress-free and enjoy your visit to the fullest. We recommend planning for at least 60 minutes to explore the grounds and interior galleries of the Museum.

Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave Gloucester, MA 01930

Beyond the Music: Romantic to Contemporary

Led by Dr. Matthew Heck Join us mid-Festival for an illuminating exploration of chamber music from the Romantic era to the present day. This engaging lecture traces how composers expanded the emotional depth, color, and possibilities of chamber music—from the sweeping......More

Led by Dr. Matthew Heck Join us mid-Festival for an illuminating exploration of chamber music from the Romantic era to the present day. This engaging lecture traces how composers expanded the emotional depth, color, and possibilities of chamber music—from the sweeping expressiveness of the 19th century to the bold experimentation and diverse voices of today.

37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966

New Member Reception

Are you a new member of The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, or do you just need a little refresher on all the great benefits that come with your membership? Please join us for an evening of introductions, networking and information on how to make the most of your ......More

Are you a new member of The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, or do you just need a little refresher on all the great benefits that come with your membership? Please join us for an evening of introductions, networking and information on how to make the most of your GCACC experience. Come enjoy some refreshments while connecting with fellow new members!  

Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce 24 Harbor Loop Gloucester, MA 01930

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and gold......More

Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email. Public Rooftop Access will not be available the weekend of Fiesta.   

Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Identity and Belonging: Reading Together

The GRJT is partnering with the Cape Ann Pride Coalition to offer the summer 2026 community initiative, Identity and Belonging: Reading Together. We will hold groups in June-July to discuss the book Pretty, by KB Brookins, a poet & trans memoirist who will address the c......More

The GRJT is partnering with the Cape Ann Pride Coalition to offer the summer 2026 community initiative, Identity and Belonging: Reading Together. We will hold groups in June-July to discuss the book Pretty, by KB Brookins, a poet & trans memoirist who will address the community in July. To participate (see options listed below): I&B Discussion session sign up

Windhover Center for the Performing Arts Presents Saving Grace Dance Ensemble: ARTFULNESS

Saving Grace Dance Ensemble: ARTFULNESS Windhover Performing Arts Center welcomes the New Hampshire-based Saving Grace Dance Ensemble, led by Artistic Director Robyn Movsessian, to its outdoor stage this June. This multi-genre, intergenerational evening of dance wil......More

Saving Grace Dance Ensemble: ARTFULNESS Windhover Performing Arts Center welcomes the New Hampshire-based Saving Grace Dance Ensemble, led by Artistic Director Robyn Movsessian, to its outdoor stage this June. This multi-genre, intergenerational evening of dance will also feature Ballet Lighthouse (NH), Bayside Tap Company (RI), Douglas Davis Ballet (NH), Nadine Delano/Poet (MA), Dirigio Conservatory (ME), solo artist Michael Dascomb (NH), Freedom in Motion (NH), Miss Kelsey’s Dance Studio (NH), Maine Dance Company (ME), NSquared Dance Company (NH/NYC), Russian Ballet Academy (NH), Safe Haven Ballet (NH), Speaking in Taps (Greater New England), and others. Saving Grace Dance Ensemble will present several new works along with repertory from last season. Festival, a fun contemporary ballet with choreography set to Michael Torke’s “Unseen” opens the program with carnival props and celebratory movement. A new modern/contemporary work by Movsessian entitled Sacred Wildness celebrates empowerment and spiritual courage. Performances are rain or shine. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy the magical Windhover grounds before the show.   For tickets, full details, and updates, visit www.windhover.org.  

Windhover Center for the Performing Arts Outdoor Stage 27R Granite St, Rockport, MA 01966

Music Video Bingo

Join us every Tuesday in our Laneside Pub & Brewery for Music Video Bingo! Listen to music, play, win prizes and have fun!

Laneside Pub & Brewery at Cape Ann Lanes 53 Gloucester Ave Gloucester, MA 01930