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Gloucester Meetinghouse Symposium, Saturday, November 16th 2-4:00pm: “U.S. Democracy in Crisis. How did we get here and what can we do about it?”

~ chasnaz

The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation is proud to present author and journalist Colin Woodard speaking on the future of democracy. His book, “American Nations,” explains how our country’s regional, cultural and ideological differences can be largely explained by patterns set by early settlers, where they emigrated from, and what kind of societies they established.

Woodard will be referencing this work regarding the polarization we have experienced in the last ten years, the threat that holds to democracy, and the rise of groups trending towards authoritarianism. Following Woodard’s presentation, a panel of local educators and activists will join him, discussing ways that our republic, governed by the people, has been threatened and what can be done to preserve it.

● Kerry Herrmann, Rockport Middle School Civics and History Teacher.

● Steve Mott, Professor of Sociology at Massasoit Community College-Brockton Campus, MA.

● Michea McCaffrey, Co-Chair of the Gloucester Racial Justice Team, Gloucester Human Rights Committee Member, Activist

We invite the community to attend this free civic event in the Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church, located on the green at the corner of Church & Middle Street (GPS 50 Middle Street). Event parking is available on the Green and also in the parking area behind Trinity Church. An accessible side entrance with an elevator is at 10 Church Street. Please join us for an incredibly relevant and important conversation, no matter what are the results of the current election.

The Art of Tablescape: a holiday workshop to support Backyard Growers

~ backyardgrowersgloucester

Join Backyard Growers & Sought Interiors for an evening of holiday artistry and merry making in support of local non-profit Backyard Growers. Expertly guided by designer Rochelle Grenier of Sought Interiors, you will learn the artful layers of holiday tablescapes while creating a bespoke centerpiece for your own holiday table. 

Accompanying the workshop will be a curated wine offering and bites from the Cave. 

📍 Sought Interiors, 11 Center Street, Gloucester

📅 Wednesday, December 11, 2024 OR Thursday, December 12, 2024, 6-8pm

🎟️ Tickets for this beautiful evening are a $120 donation to support Backyard Growers’ food equity work in our community, including the new Gloucester farmers market, the Backyard Growcery

This is an opportunity to ignite your creativity this holiday season, and all for a good cause! Discover how to seamlessly blend timeless charm, organic beauty and contemporary sophistication on your holiday (and everyday) table.  Rochelle will cover other essentials like selecting natural elements, incorporating textures, playing with color palettes and combining vintage heirlooms with modern accents.

Thank you for supporting Backyard Growers’ work and joining us to celebrate the season!

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$25K Game – Tickets Still Available

~ Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce

Do you want a chance to win $10,000? Wouldn’t that come in handy for shopping this holiday season? Or perhaps you would love to get away from the cold weather and go on that “dream vacation” this winter.

A $10K Grand Prize is at stake – but you can’t win without buying a ticket! Get your ticket (or tickets) today for a chance to win big! $25,000 in cash prizes is set to be given away. Only 500 tickets will be sold and there are 12 chances to win!

You have until Wednesday at 3 PM to buy your tickets online at https://bit.ly/25KGame or by calling the Greater Cape Ann Chamber at 978-283-1601.

Make the night even more fun by getting into the Halloween Spirit and arriving in costume! Guests who come in costume will be eligible for additional prizes.

Don’t have your ticket yet? Visit https://bit.ly/25KGame or call the Chamber at 978-283-1601 to get your chance at a “Big Win!”

The drawing is this Wednesday, October 30 at the Gloucester Elks from 5 – 7 PM. You do not need to be present to win! Limited tickets may also be available for sale at The Elks of Gloucester on the night of the event.

GOOD LUCK!

SILENT MOVE EVENT FEATURING ‘ALICE IN WONDERLAND’ and ‘TOLL OF THE SEA’ on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2024 WITH PIPE-ORGAN MAESTRO PETER KRASINSKI

~ chasnaz

The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation presents sonic artist and maestro of the pipe-organ Peter Krasinski accompanying two silent film classics, ALICE IN WONDERLAND (filmed on Cape Ann in 1915!) and the TOLL OF THE SEA (1922) on Saturday, November 2 at 7:30pm at the Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church on Middle Street. Accessible side entrance at 10 Church Street.

This annual classic silent movie event is great fun for the whole family, presented in collaboration with the Cape Ann Community Cinema.  Maestro Krasinski is world-famous for his brilliant, improvised accompaniment of silent films and will perform on the mighty 1893 Hutchings/Fisk pipe organ in our historic Meetinghouse.

Admission:  $15 General, $5 Students, Under 12 free.  Tickets at the door or online with more info at:  www.gloucestermeetinghouse.org

Bring your family, friends and neighbors!

SPECIAL THANKS TO THE SPONSORS OF OUR AUTUMN-WINTER-SPRING SERIES!

Hammond’s Original Horror Stories Come To Life In The Terror of Abbadia Mare – Opening Tonight!

~ Hammond Castle Museum

Tonight’s the Night! We are thrilled to kick off the opening of The Terror of Abbadia Mare at Hammond Castle Museum!

As you travel through the Castle’s darkened corridors and rooms, you’ll encounter some of the most peculiar guests ever assembled. Are they members of a secret society, social and Hollywood royalty, or leaders straddling the boundaries of science and the occult? These stories are based on Hammond’s original ghost stories. Hammond’s writing style, reminiscent of the 1920s Weird Tale and the 1950s Pulp Fiction offers a unique blend of supernatural intrigue and kitschy charm

Featuring an incredible cast:

  • Gloucester’s own James “Jimmy T.” Tarantino as the Sailor
  • Anthony Lentz as John Hays Hammond Jr.
  • Shari Chaplin as Mrs. Irene Hammond
  • Lauren Casey as the Reporter
  • Michael Yussef Greene as Hillman, Hammond’s trusted Butler
  • Alison Landoni as the Mason

Join us for performances on October 21, 22, 23, and 25! Tickets are still available, so be sure to reserve yours now for an unforgettable night of suspense and theatrical magic inside our historic castle. 🎟️🔮.

Roaring 1920s and similar attire are encouraged but not required.  Not intended for audiences under 13 years of age. Admission: $25  

Hammond Castle Museum member discounts apply!  All proceeds from this program will support the restoration and preservation of the Museum.

Reserve Your Tickets Here

Influence by Design: Turning Passion into a Powerful Brand

~ Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce

Wednesday, November 6 | 3 – 6 PM | Beauport Hotel Gloucester

The Businesswomen’s Committee of the Greater Cape Ann Chamber invites you to our ANNUAL BUSINESSWOMEN’S FALL EVENT featuring Kristina Crestin, Kristina Crestin Design & HGTV!

You are cordially invited to join us and Kristina Crestin at the Beauport Hotel for a fun and relaxing chat about her interior design journey. What has the road been like? Where will it take her next? Has she had flat tires along the way? A light dinner, networking, and drinks will be served as we dive into the true grit of this inspirational entrepreneur from New England.

Kristina Crestin’s passion for interior design is evidenced by her award-winning style. Kristina creates atmospheres infused with light and creativity with her signature styles; modern farmhouse, modern beach house, as well as her take on traditional.

Along with running her residential Interior Design Firm, Kristina has become a staple on a variety of HGTV series, including Farmhouse Fixer, Rock the Block, Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge, and 100 Day Hotel Challenge. Kristina was named HGTV Designer of the year in 2019.

Check out some of Kristina’s HGTV shows on hgtv.com and remember to bring your questions along. Space is limited – reserve your spot today at https://bit.ly/BWC-FallEvent.

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Calling all Creative Arts Entrepreneurs!! This free workshop is for you! Learn ways to Identify Your Ideal Customer and Find Solutions to Reach Them

~ Sawyer Free Library

This is the second of a three-part series “Branding Your Own Creative Arts Business: A Three-Part Marketing and Communications Series”

Learning to market your own creative arts business involves developing a vision of the audience you are looking to reach. How do you determine your target market? Who are you selling to? Simplify your success by learning what questions to ask to identify your market and determine which channels to use to reach them. To find out – join the Sawyer Free Library at 21 Main Street on Tuesday, October 15 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm.

This is the second of a three-part series entitled “Branding Your Own Creative Arts Business: A Three-Part Marketing and Communications Series” led by Leah Hancock, owner and founder of Placid Marketing with over 15 years of experience in integrated and online marketing communications.

Registration required at sawyerfreelibrary.org. Space is limited! If you have questions, please contact moneill@sawyerfreelibrary.org or 978-325-5562.