EVENT TIMELINE: 5 PM: Streets closed off to traffic & parking 6 PM: Music Stages Open (See below) 6:15 PM: The Red Trousers 7:10 PM: Cape Ann Dancers at Hancock & Main 8:00 PM:ย The Red Trousers
MUSIC PERFORMANCES BY STAGE:
The West End:ย Sponsored by Institution for Savings โ6 PM: Riley Hunt Duo 8 PM: Adria Smith Trio
Cape Ann Savings Bank Stage:ย Sponsored by Cape Ann Savings Bank 6 PM:ย Kicked Off the Bus 8 PM:ย Sea Dragons
The East End:ย Sponsored by BankGloucester 6 PM:ย Livin’ on Luck 8 PM:ย Arnie Rosen with Gary Tepolt on Woodwinds
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The countdown is on! Blackburn Brewfest is just one week away, returning to Stage Fort Park on Saturday, July 18, from 5:30โ8:30 PMwith a fresh new summer evening format. Enjoy unlimited tastings from 15โ20 New England breweries and craft beverage producers, live music by Matt Rich and Cruise Control, local food trucks, lawn games, and spectacular views of Gloucester Harbor as the sun begins to set.
Advance tickets are $45, Designated Driver tickets are $10, and tickets will be $50 at the door (if available). Free parking begins at 5:00 PM. Blackburn Brewfest is a 21+ event, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Cape Ann Community Foundation. Tickets and additional information are available atblackburnbrewfest.com.
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A free, day-long celebration of live music,pop-up performances, and contemporary circus across Rockport.
On the Town transforms Rockport into a day full of live music, contemporary circus, and fun from Harvey Park and Bearskin Neck to Front Beach and Millbrook Meadow. The Shalin Liu Performance Center will host tours and concerts, and Millbrook Meadow will serve as the dayโs hub with a tented performance space for music, circus, and hands-on activities for all ages.
Locations
Millbrook Meadow | Farmers’ Market/Harvey Park | Rockport Public Library Courtyard Tuna Wharf | First Congregational Church of Rockport Lawn Front Beach | Rockport Art Association | Shalin Liu Performance Center
The oppressive heat over the weekend forced me to slow down and just observe nature in our backyard. The heat did not seem to slow down the bird activities. We had several spots of color appear in the form of woodpeckers and orioles. I’m not sure where the cardinals went during the heat wave, but we haven’t seen too many. We were grateful for the entertainment these provided though.
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Wonderful Wednesday at Good Harbor Beach., with many smiling beach goers.ย ย The ocean was telling a story.ย The Purple and Red flags were hanging from the light guard stand.ย The Red Flag is for rough seas and purple for marine life, such as jelly fish.ย I did not see any jelly fish.ย The Purple Flag does not indicate sharks.ย It was a beauty of a day.
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Stop by downtown Gloucesterโs farmers market, the Backyard Growcery, brought to life by Backyard Growers every Wednesday from 2:30-6:30pm at Burnhamโs Field in downtown Gloucester, Massachusetts.
The Backyard Growcery brings fresh, local food to our community while supporting small-scale farms and up-and-coming food businesses. Visit weekly to shop high-quality, local produce, eggs, and other fresh and prepared foods. Join free veggie gardening and arts workshops, connect with family & friends, and support a vibrant local food system right in your own backyard!
The Growcery accepts SNAP/EBT, WIC and Senior Farmers Market Coupons. SNAP users can visit the Backyard Growers table every week to receive extra cash to spend at the market through Market Mint, Backyard Growersโ $5 SNAP match.
To kick off the season, on July 8 we are welcoming: Bonny Breads โ delicious bread & baked goods Between Sandwiches โ incredible prepared foods The Cornerstone Creative โ youth-crafted wood creations First Light Farm โ fresh produce from Hamilton Pleasant Valley Gardens: The Bonanno Family Farm โ fresh produce & eggs from Methuen Rhea Pizzeria Napoletana โ artisanal pizza to pre-order online and enjoy at the market Shore Sips โ the North Shoreโs only dirty soda company SweetSoil Foods โ dried herbs & spices, natural snacks, and cocktail enhances from local organic produce The Woven Crust โ a hyper-local sourdough cottage bakery Underground Mushroom Co โ fresh mushrooms & mushroom grow kits
Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy live music by 2 Guys, 10 Strings.
Plus, Burnhamโs Field Community Garden will be open for public tours.
Thirsty Seagull Gloucester Apparel and Pat D’s Photos will be offering a variety of items and special deals for Saturday’s July 11 Block Party on Main St. We hope you will stop by outside 44 Main St. Show special for Pat D’s Photos nightlights: 2/$50 (normally $30 each). This is a good time to start holiday shopping! If you can’t make it, reach out in comments or by messenger. We deliver free in Cape Ann. Shop hours this week are today Thursday noon-5; Friday 11-5; Saturday 11- end of Block Party; Sunday 11-3.
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