Clean out your closet and donate seamlessly at the pop-up clothing drive this weekend at Second Glance!
THIS WEEKEND ONLY: no appointments will be needed to make a clothing ONLY donation during business hours.
WHEN: Saturday, July 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Second Glance, thrift store of The Open Door at 2 Pond Road, Gloucester MA
WHAT: Second Glance will be accepting donations of clean, gently worn, unripped clothing.
Men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing for all seasons will be accepted.
Donations at Second Glance help generate revenue for hunger-relief programs of The Open Door, which serves 1 in 6 Gloucester residents.
In 2022, The Open Door helped stabilize the lives and health of 8,486 people from 4,872 households through the distribution of 1.78 million pounds of food.
Donations of clothes at Second Glance also offer a more sustainable, environmentally friendlier way to give old threads a second life. In 2022, the store recycled more than 87 tons of materials.
The Sawyer Free Library is excited to be presenting a series of local authors reading and sharing insight into colorful historical happenings of Gloucester this summer at 21 Main Street in downtown Gloucester. All events are in person and open to the public. The series kicks off this Saturday, July 22 with local author and historian Wayne Soini.
Saturday, July 22, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Wayne Soini to present “An Unsuitable Lecture: Thoreau, Walden, and the Gloucester Lyceum” – An unnamed critic for the Gloucester Telegraph declared that Henry D. Thoreau’s lecture was “unique” before he took umbrage and condemned it as “not exactly suitable for a Gloucester audience.” 175 years ago, in December 1848, Thoreau auditioned his upcoming book, Walden, before an audience of Gloucester folks at the Gloucester Lyceum (today, the Legion Hall).
Wayne Soini, a local author, through the lens of Thoreau’s controversial performance in Gloucester of “Economy,” which evolved into Chapter One of his classic book, will share more about the man Henry D. Thoreau and the writing (and rewriting) of Walden.
Thursday, July 27, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., June Vail, Folly Cove Sketches: Remembering Virginia Lee– An author-talk with June Vail, Professor Emerita in the Department of Theater and Dance at Bowdoin College, about her book Folly Cove Sketches: Remembering Virginia Lee Burton. Vail’s new memoir paints a warm, honest portrait of her great-aunt, Virginia Lee Burton, Author and illustrator of beloved mid-century children’s books. Burton’s beloved books, including Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel and Caldecott-winner The Little House, continue to delight generations of parents, children, and librarians. Offering intimate glimpses into Burton’s wide-ranging artistic projects and everyday life, Vail vividly recounts how living with her great-aunt Jinnee in the Folly Cove, Massachusetts, community broadened her teenage perspectives and inspired some unexpected life choices. An open Q and A will follow Vail’s informal, illustrated talk. Books will be available for sale and signing following the presentation.
Thursday, August 3, 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Dan Fuller, Gloucester Gale: The True Story of the Swordfishing Schooner Dorcas– In “Gloucester Gale,” Dan Fuller tells the true story of Captain Joseph Silveira and the swordfishing schooner “Dorcas” during the August Gale of 1924. In this vivid narrative about men battling against a raging force of nature during the bygone age of wooden ships and harpoons, he reconstructs the events of that hurricane and the schooner “Dorcas,” the impact on the rest of the fleet out at Georges Bank, and their loved ones back in Gloucester. Dan is a direct descendant of Captain Silveira, and this story has been part of his family’s folklore for generations. Dan has always been captivated by the sea and is an avid sport fisherman. He currently splits his time seasonally between Cape Cod Bay and Tampa Bay. Books will be available for sale and signing following the presentation.
Thursday, August 24, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Ellen Levy: The Saturday Evening Girls in Gloucester–Author Ellen Levy will relay the story of a Boston library group that created magnificent Arts and Crafts pottery at the turn of the last century. Supported by their benefactor, Helen Storrow, the immigrant girls vacationed at Wingaersheek Beach. In a lively presentation, Ellen will share the stories she gathered while researching for her series of historical fiction books taking place in the 1910s in Massachusetts.
For more information on the Sawyer Free Library’s Author Talks and the complete schedule of summer happenings at the Library, please visit www.sawyerfreelibrary.org, call 978-325-5500, or 21 Main Street in downtown Gloucester. As always, all events are free and open to the public.
Win TWO (2) High Roller tickets to our special event: “Rat Pack & Blackjack: A Night of Music & Casino Games” on Saturday, July 22nd!
Each ticket includes premier seating for the Rat Pack performance and 25 chips for play at the After-Party Casino on the tented, oceanside lawn. We’ll have an open bar,passed hors d’oeuvres, live music, & vegas-themed game. Don’t miss your chance to be a High Roller!
Chances are $10 each and represent one bid in the raffle. A winner will be picked with a computer-generated randomizer on the Hammond Castle Museum Facebook page on Tuesday, July 18th at 1:00 pm. Winner will be contacted by the phone number and email address provided when purchasing the raffle tickets. You must be 21 years of age or older to enter this raffle. Raffle ends at 11:59pm on Sunday, July 16th.
The Rat Pack & Blackjack: A Night of Music and Casino Games is generously sponsored by Building Center.
Rules of Entry: Purchasing Raffle Entries: There are two methods of entering the Raffle: (1) in person in the Museum Shop and (2) online at bit.ly/RaffleRatPackBlackjack. Entry, regardless of the method, is void outside of Massachusetts and where prohibited by law, rule, or regulation. Eligibility: You must be 21 years of age or older to enter. The following persons are NOT ELIGIBLE to participate in the raffle or to win the prize: employees, officers, directors, shareholders, members, agents, and consultants of the Hammond Castle Museum. Raffle Tickets are non-deductible and no portion of the Raffle ticket price may be deducted as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes. The raffle prize may not be exchanged for a cash payout of any value.
Join us every Wednesday morning in July & August for Bubbles & Books on our seaside lawn.
Doors open at 10 am. Stories start at 10:15 am. Feel free to bring a blanket for your little one to cuddle with while we enjoy Storytime on the ocean-facing lawn. Don’t forget the sunscreen! We’ll have thousands of bubbles, coloring, snacks and music too! We encourage little ones to dress up in their favorite crown, gown or anything else that makes them happy!
We recommend arriving at 15 minutes early to allow enough time for the walk from the parking lot down to the museum, then for the check in process and the walk to the lawn. There are many steps. Please note, strollers are not permitted in the museum.
We recommend arriving at 15 minutes early to allow enough time for the walk from the parking lot down to the museum, then for the check in process and the walk to the lawn. There are many steps. Please note, strollers are not permitted in the museum.
This ticket grants you access to the Bubbles & Books program which will be held on the ocean-facing lawn. If you wish to tour the museum at the conclusion of this program, ticket holders may purchase Self-Guided Tour tickets in the Museum Shop at a 20% discount.
Gloucester’s Summer Block Parties have become a Cape Ann Classic, and the Greater Cape Ann Chamber is excited to be presenting three Block Parties this summer in partnership with the City of Gloucester. The first one will be Saturday, July 15th from 6 PM to 10 PM on Main Street. Party-goers will enjoy fun dining options, live outdoor entertainment and street performers for a family-friendly night on the town. The Block Parties offer local shopping, restaurants, food trucks and non-stop fun!
The following is the schedule of Music & Performers for the July 16 Block Party:
MUSIC
East End Stage (Stage Sponsor: BankGloucester)
6:00-7:30 PM Toni Ann Enes and Inge Berge
7:30-9:00 PM The Sea Dragons
Center Stage (Stage Sponsor: Cape Ann Savings Bank)
6:00-8:00 PM Bradley Royds with Eric Reardon
8:00-10:00 PM The Jantelles
West End Stage (Stage Sponsor: Institution for Savings)
6:00-8:00 PM Allen Estes
8:00-10:00 PM Annette Dion
STREET PERFORMERS
Intersection – Hancock & Main
6:15-7:00 PM The Red Trouser Show
7:10-7:45 PM Cape Ann School of Dance
8:00-8:45 PM The Red Trouser Show
* Also on the street will be Capt. Jack, Face Painting by Miss Wendy and Mary Poppins with her fun balloon art for the kids.
The Chamber wishes to acknowledge and thank the City of Gloucester, Supporting Partner, many business sponsors and main street merchants for their support in helping to make this year’s Block Parties possible. A listing of the sponsors is provided below:
Join us on Saturday, July 22nd and celebrate the golden age of the crooner and Vegas-stylings of the Rat Pack (Hello Friends Productions) in our Great Hall. Starring: Bobby Kerrigan, Thom Smoker, Tom Edmonds and Steve Faria. Featuring a live band, a special guest and favorites from Sinatra, Bobby Darrin, The Four Tops, Elvis and more!
Then, we’ll move the after-party to our tented lawn where the Club Castle Casino will offer Roulette, Texas Hold’em, Blackjack & Craps tables for your entertainment. Just remember, only funny money will be accepted at these tables! You never know—one of the gang may be at the table, throwing dice too! Hors d’oeuvres will be served during our after-party.
Doors: 7:15pm Performance 8:00pm After-Party Casino until 11pm.
On Friday July 14 at 8:00 pm, we’ll have our first “Welcome to Amateur Astronomy Night” since Covid. Like everything we do, there is no cost. If you have ever wondered how to use that telescope in your closet, or what you can see with it, join us. If you have questions like “what are the different telescope designs,” or “how much does that thing cost,” or even “will it fit in my Subaru,” then this night is for you. We’ll tell you where we shop, what not to buy, how we find stuff in the sky, and what we never go out without.
You’ll see five short, fun, ten-minute presentations that address all these questions and more. Telescopes of all types and sizes will be set up inside for you to inspect after the talks, with their owners right there to answer your questions. Come join us, whether you’ve already got a scope and want to learn more, or if you’re just getting started, or if you’re just curious about amateur telescopes and astronomy. If skies are clear, we’ll set up a scope or two outside to show you how it all works.
We’ll be live at the Lanesville Community Center, Friday July 14 at 8:00, with good things to eat and fun stuff to learn. There’s lots of free parking, and no dues or fees. I hope we’ll see you there.
Attention Professional & Recreational Photographers!
The Gloucester Rotary will publish a 12-month Cape Ann photo calendar for 2024 as a fundraiser. All profits will go to the Gloucester Rotary’s many community and international activities.
In Order to publish a beautiful calendar, the Club is requesting high quality digital photos that reflect the natural beauty of Cape Ann throughout the year. As we will feature one photo per month, we need images from each season: winter, spring, summer and fall. Photographs from Gloucester, Rockport, Essex and Manchester will be accepted. Full details at https://gloucesterrotary.org/Stories/gloucester-rotary-2024-calendar-photo-requests.
We are celebrating the 71st annual Gloucester International Dory Race and Gloucester’s 400th with a once in a lifetime Maritime event. 4 days of fun and activity on the water and on land.
With over 42 opportunities to get on a vessel and sail, 30 hours of deck tours, and free museum access all weekend, this is going to be an event to remember!
Big thank you to our Signature Sponor, Gloucester 400+, whose dedication to accessible events throughout the year is making it possible for us to put in the docks and have FREE deck tours all Rendevous long.
Come on, Gloucester! Let’s start filling up those sales and letting the visiting Schooners know how much we appreciate their time and efforts in coming here. Hope to see you on the water!
Cape Ann Community 