Show Boats…

Opening Reception:
Sunday, August 16, 5-7 PM

Location: Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester
Show Dates: Thursday, August 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026
August Gallery Hours: Thursday 12-7 PM   Friday-Sunday, 12-5 PM 
September Gallery Hours: Thursday – Sunday, 12-5 PM

Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC) is pleased to present Making an Impression: Traditional Techniques, Contemporary Vision, an exhibition featuring the work of 19 artists from Cape Ann and beyond exploring the rich and varied language of printmaking. Through both traditional and contemporary approaches, the exhibition showcases a diverse range of techniques, offering a thoughtfully curated selection that reflects the vitality and creative possibilities of the medium today.

For centuries, artists have developed innovative methods for creating multiple original impressions from a single matrix. In Making an Impression, participating artists employ a variety of printmaking processes, often combining techniques or incorporating additional materials to expand the expressive potential of their work. Together, these prints highlight the versatility, craftsmanship, and enduring relevance of printmaking as a contemporary art form.

The exhibition invites visitors to discover the many ways artists continue to push the boundaries of this historic medium while honoring its rich traditions.

The public is warmly invited to attend the Artists’ Reception on Sunday, August 16, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Guests will have the opportunity to view the exhibition, meet the participating artists, and enjoy light refreshments in the gallery.

Exhibiting Artists:

Lisa Barthelson (Boston area), Christine Beneman (Portland, ME), CoCo Berkman (Gloucester), David Brown (Rockport), Sandra Cardillo (Boston area), David Covert (Gloucester), David Curcio (Salem), Leslie Ann Eliet (Gloucester), Deborah Epstein (Cape Ann/Boston), Nina Fletcher (Cape Ann), Don Gorvett (Cape Ann), Barbara Grad (Boston area), Jane Keddy (Cape Ann), Catherine Kernan (Boston area), Denise Manseau (New Hampshire), Mary Rhinelander (Cape Ann), Julia Talcott (Cape Ann), Dorothea Van Camp (Boston area), Constance Vallis (Cape Ann)

About the Rocky Neck Art Colony

Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, nurtures excellence in the arts through exhibitions, workshops, residencies and vibrant cultural events for its members and the public. On picturesque Rocky Neck in Gloucester, Massachusetts, RNAC operates three exhibition spaces, open to the public for free: The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck (6 Wonson Street); The Salted Cod Arthouse (53 Rocky Neck Ave.), a partnership gallery and café; and Cove Gallery (37 Rocky Neck Ave.), open seasonally in the former gallery of local artists Gordon and Judith Goetemann. Check the website www.rockyneckartcolony.org for hours, openings and special events. For more information, see the website or call 978-515-7004.

Kick off your weekend with some great specials! 🙌

🦞 $19.99 + tax Lobster Roll
Served with chips & pickles!

🍕 16” Pizzas are HALF PRICE!
⭐ Maximum of 2 pizzas

Come grab your favorites and start the weekend off right! 🎉🌊

*Excludes gluten free
*Excludes online orders

Cape Ann Lanes is offering a ponytail workshop just in time for back-to-school. This is genius! Well done Cape Ann Lanes! Link not live in the screenshot below but here you go it is: Pints and Ponytails.

Gloucester is very fortunate to have Maritime Heritage Charters at the Harbor Loop. Most Tuesdays throughout the summer allow people to take a harbor ride in a local schooner and participate in the “Schooner Challenge”. This educational opportunity allows apprentices interested in seeking a Captain’s license a chance to get some hours and be behind the helm. The exercise includes practicing maritime skills such as dropping anchor and raising sails. And you can too!! A ride aboard Ardelle includes a chance to volunteer to raise sails. Soemtimes shanties are sung…..anyhow it’s a great time on the water. Hope to see you next Tuesday!

Bayside…

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Treat yourself to a delicious Lobster Roll served with chips & pickles for just $19.99 + tax!

🍕 All 16” pizzas are HALF OFF!
Maximum of 2 pizzas

🍕 Buy any 18” pizza and get the second 18” pizza HALF OFF!
Limit one offer per customer

Come hungry and let us take care of lunch or dinner! 😋

Excludes gluten-free pizzas. Pizza specials cannot be combined. Specials are not available for online orders.

As you may know, we have missed the last two weekends in Gloucester so when we returned last Sunday, we went directly to The Lobster on East Main St for a late lunch/early dinner. We were greeted warmly, as we always are, and it felt great to be home again. I ordered the Shore Thing (my Lobster go-to) which was a great “welcome back”. Jim ordered the haddock sandwich and I tried the chicken piccata. Chicken piccata is one of those dishes that is often prepared very differently by restaurant/chef so it’s a good comparative trial entree. Let me tell you, do not sleep on the piccata at The Lobster! Very yummy with distinct lemon and garlic flavoring, which is my preference. I topped off the meal with a favorite of mine: key lime pie! Don’t miss out on that either. Thanks for the warm welcome back, Lobster staff!

AUGUST 3, 2026 ~ TRIXY546 ~ 

Get ready to roll for a great cause!
Pins for Pets Fundraiser
Sun, Sept 13, 2026, 4-6pm
Cape Ann Lanes, Gloucester
$25/bowler (includes bowling & shoes)

Join us for Pins for Pets, a fun-filled bowling fundraiser benefiting STAY Pet Services—a program dedicated to helping older adults keep their beloved pets.
Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just in it for laughter, you’ll enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition, and plenty of opportunities to make a difference. Start a team, cheer on your friends, enter to win exciting raffle prizes, and help ensure that no older adult must choose between caring for themselves and caring for a beloved pet.

Every strike, spare, and gutter ball helps support services that provide cat care, dog walking, pet transportation, as well as other resources that keep people and pets together.

Bring your family, friends, or coworkers and make memories while supporting a cause that changes lives, one pet at a time.

🐶 Bowl.
🐱 Have Fun.
❤️ Keep Pets and Their People Together.

More information and registration to be found at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pinfopet202/event/pinsforpets2026/, we can’t wait to see you at the lanes!

STAY Pet Services is a program of SeniorCare Inc.

AUGUST 3, 2026 ~ TRIXY546 ~ 

Get ready to roll for a great cause!
Pins for Pets Fundraiser
Sun, Sept 13, 2026, 4-6pm
Cape Ann Lanes, Gloucester
$25/bowler (includes bowling & shoes)

Join us for Pins for Pets, a fun-filled bowling fundraiser benefiting STAY Pet Services—a program dedicated to helping older adults keep their beloved pets.
Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just in it for laughter, you’ll enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition, and plenty of opportunities to make a difference. Start a team, cheer on your friends, enter to win exciting raffle prizes, and help ensure that no older adult must choose between caring for themselves and caring for a beloved pet.

Every strike, spare, and gutter ball helps support services that provide cat care, dog walking, pet transportation, as well as other resources that keep people and pets together.

Bring your family, friends, or coworkers and make memories while supporting a cause that changes lives, one pet at a time.

🐶 Bowl.
🐱 Have Fun.
❤️ Keep Pets and Their People Together.

More information and registration to be found at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pinfopet202/event/pinsforpets2026/, we can’t wait to see you at the lanes!

STAY Pet Services is a program of SeniorCare Inc.