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can experience all this and more on Cape Ann — America's oldest working seaport and art colony.
Just imagine what you could do in a week: lighthouses, antiques, art galleries, live music, festivals & special events every week — all year long. Watch our videos, explore this Web site and see for yourself.

Representing Gloucester, Rockport, Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea, the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce officially invites you to visit the prettiest stretch of coastline in all of Massachusetts. We are easy to reach, just 30 miles north of Boston, MA on Route 128.
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Upcoming Events Upcoming Festivals & Special Events

Artist Reception Featuring Theresa Wonson
January 28, 2012 - March 9, 2012
BankGloucester is holding an artist reception for Gloucester native Theresa Wonson on Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 11am to 1pm in the bank’s lobby. more
The Seat of the SoulThe Seat of the Soul
February 1, 2012 - May 30, 2012
A Study Group/Class about Practical Spirituality with Jayzee, inspirational author, playwright, producer, singer and songwriter more
Concert starts at 7:00 and silent auction winners announced at the conclusion of the evening. All proceeds to benefit the band's trip to Disney World in April. more
Come Celebrate Cape Ann Symphony’s Sixtieth Anniversary! more
FILMMAKER VISITING CAPE ANN THIS WEEKFILMMAKER VISITING CAPE ANN THIS WEEK
February 4, 2012 - February 5, 2012
On Saturday, February 4 at 5:00pm, director Zach Levy visits with his film, "Strongman," a cinema verité documentary about Stanless Steel, the self-proclaimed 'Strongest Man in the World at Bending Steel and Metal.' more
Ugly Sweater Party
February 4, 2012
Lucky 7 Arcade, 2 Rogers St. Gloucester will be having an Ugly Sweater Party February 4th from 6-11pm. more
Open School Day
February 6, 2012
The 2012 school year is quickly approaching! Eastern Point Day School would like to invite middle school students and their parents to our "Open School," Monday, February 6th, from 6:30-8:00pm. more
The Power of ReadingThe Power of Reading
February 6, 2012
Pathways for Children is offering a free parent/caregiver workshop: The Power of Reading, on Monday, February 6th at 29 Emerson Ave. Gloucester,MA. more
Are you confused about your disability benefits or has the fear of losing your public benefits kept you from exploring employment? more
Fine Food and Fundraising!Fine Food and Fundraising!
February 7, 2012
Come join us for an evening of fine food and fundraising to benefit Trails & Sails on Tuesday, February 7 from 5:00-9:00 PM at The Landing Restaurant! more
Travelling LightTravelling Light
February 9, 2012
The show begins at 7:00 pm. To see a list of of cast and to purchase tickets, please visit the Rockport Music website. more
The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce will host its annual economic forecast breakfast on Friday, February 10, at The Elks at Bass Rocks, 101 Atlantic Road, Gloucester, beginning at 7:30 a.m. more
The Winter BashThe Winter Bash
February 11, 2012
A FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT CAPE ANN ANIMAL AID AT CRUISEPORT GLOUCESTER more
Go Whale Watching on Cape Ann Have a Lobster on Cape Ann Relax on Cape Ann's Extraordinary Beaches Visit Cape Ann's Historic Lighthouses
Latest News What’s New
New music performance hall graces popular Massachusetts seaside resort.
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The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce will host its annual economic forecast breakfast on Friday, February 10, at The Elks at Bass Rocks, 101 Atlantic Road, Gloucester, beginning at 7:30 a.m.
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Bank President and CEO, Patrick Thorpe stated “The Gloucester Fishermen’s Athletic Association has done a tremendous job bringing this vision of a new stadium to fruition.
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Cape Ann Savings Bank announced today that Gloucester-resident Linda J. Pata has been hired as Trust Officer.
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Chip Tuttle, Chief Operating Office at Suffolk Downs, will discuss the New Casino Bill and how it impacts all of us on the North Shore as the Lunch Keynote speaker at the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau's 6th Annual Tourism Summit on February
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Central Street Gallery is very pleased to announce that Manchester resident and fine art painter Grace Vasta-Carr, has joined the Gallery at 11 Central Street, as an artist member.
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In 2011 seARTS, working with the arts community, secured the nomination for Cape Ann/Gloucester as a Top 25 Arts Destination by American Style Magazine.
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Eleven non-profit organizations throughout Essex County will receive grant funds as part of the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau's (NBCVB) Tourism Grant Program.
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“Gloucester Dog Park is one paw closer to becoming a reality thanks to the generous donations of $12,500 by Christopher and Anne Lewis for The Cat Doctor of Gloucester and an anonymous donation of $10,000 by a Rockport resident.
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Senator Bruce Tarr met with members of the Mass Interior Design Coalition (MIDC) at the State House on December 21st to review the details of Senate Bills #93 and #1634, currently under review in Joint legislative committees.
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7 Seas Whale Watch, Gloucester
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Bass Rocks Ocean Inn

 
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