GLOUCESTER, MA – The Harbortown Cultural District is excited to present From the Deep: A Downtown Gloucester Arts Party on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM.Explore the depths of art and culture in the City of Gloucester during this free arts party. Over 25 unique cultural events will take place at cultural and business locations across the cultural district in Downtown Gloucester. 

The Harbortown Cultural District was established in 2013 with funding from the Mass Cultural Council’s Cultural District Initiative. According to the MCC’s website, the “Cultural District Initiative drives economic growth, strengthens our distinctive local character, and improves the quality of life of families across Massachusetts.” Gloucester is also home to the Rocky Neck Cultural District, which was one of the five initial cultural districts in 2012. Gloucester was the first city in the commonwealth to have two distinct cultural districts. 

At the Arts Party, you can enjoy 7 art exhibitions, 4 musical performances, 3 video installations, 2 live art demonstrations, free kids activities, and so much more. The Sawyer Free Library will be hosting their Sawyer Free Library Arts Scavenger Hunt, you can participate by visiting the library to grab your checklist, and win prizes if you find a book related to the arts or a piece of art in the library. The City of Gloucester’s Community Development team will also be downtown, you can head to the I4-C2 site where they are teaming up with Schooner Adventure and Three Sheets to the Wind for sea shanties. 

“The Harbortown Cultural District is excited to pilot this new event to highlight contemporary art happening in Gloucester.” Said Gloucester’s Arts, Culture, and Events Coordinator Miranda Aisling Hynes. “We’ve got multiple video installations, contemporary gallery openings, and musical performances with incredible partners from across the district that showcase the depth of the cultural scene here in the city.”

For a full schedule of video installations, free art activities, live art making, gallery openings, and more visit www.harbortownculturaldistrict.org. 

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Mayor Paul Lundberg
City of Gloucester

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Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure as the majestic Tall Ships return to Boston Harbor this July. As part of the highly anticipated Sail Boston 250 2026 celebration, these historic vessels from around the world will sail into the city, offering a spectacular experience for visitors of all ages! Cape Ann Whale Watch is thrilled to welcome guests to witness this extraordinary event from the water. With front row views of the Parade of Sail to breath taking evening cruises with fireworks over Boston’s skyline, guests can experience these ships like never before. From July 11^th – July 16^th, we will be offering daily trips to and from Boston harbor to provide guests with a memorable way to be part of this experience! 

For more information or to book a cruise, please visit www.tallships2026boston.com or give us a call at 1800-877-5110.

Looking forward to a great summer ahead!

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 The show is a collaboration between North Shore Art Association and BankGloucester, there will be an artist reception this Saturday, April 18 10AM-12PM.

Jeannette is an artist member of North Shore Art, Rockport Art, Concord Art, NAWA, and the NE Experimental artists group. She is a Master Artist at Newburyport Art, you can find her on instagram or her website www.paintingsbyjse.com

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Happy tails to Nova, formerly known as Trudy, and all 77 animals who found their forever homes last month! 

“We renamed her Nova because it means new beginnings which is true for her and us. But she is doing great! Eating very well going on walks and adventures everyday. She loves the dog park and has made some friends there.”

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MEET KODA

Koda is a 5-month-old puppy who recently made his way to Massachusetts from Georgia in hopes of finding his forever home. He’s everything you’d expect from a young pup-happy-go-lucky, playful, and incredibly sweet, with a zest for life that will keep you smiling! Like many puppies his age, Koda is still learning his manners. He has those sharp puppy teeth and can be a bit mouthy during play, especially when he’s excited-ankles beware! 

Because of this playful, energetic style, Koda would do best in a home without young children and with someone who understands puppy behavior and is ready to redirect his energy with toys, treats, and positive training. Koda is still very much a baby and is eager to learn. With patience, consistency, and lots of love, he’s sure to grow into a wonderful companion.

MEET PUDDING

Shelter life has been a bit overwhelming for Pudding, which is why you will frequently find him somberly hiding out in the back of his kitty condo. But stop by to visit with him and he will perk up and eagerly meet your touch with warmth, revealing a content purr! Pudding is certainly full of love, and he would truly shine in a quiet, calm home without other pets.

This big, handsome guy has had quite the journey. Pudding first came to us as a stray back in 2019, and not much is known about his life before then. He was adopted and spent years in a home, but recently found his way back to us when he and his feline sibling just couldn’t see eye to eye.

Pudding is considered special needs due to a past ear polyp that left him with a slight head tilt and being FIV positive. He’s otherwise a sweet, gentle soul who’s just waiting for the right person to see him for who he is.

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