CAPE ANN COLLECTORS Summer Show, Line, Form, and Color: Art’s Highest Calling, opens Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1, 2-6 p.m. (Saturdays through June 21). This compelling collection (among 53 works) celebrates an enlightened yet accessible body of work conveying emotion and creating mood through selective and purposeful design.
Australian born Cape Ann master Hayley Lever states, “This is my rule for artists: be a good craftsman and thenpaint as you feel – using art as a vehicle for conveying emotion.”
Lever articulates art’s highest and best calling – bold and energetic work (often from natural forms) using line, form, and color – creating mood with line, form, and color to capture vitality, emotion, and intellect. Answering the call, CAPE ANN COLLECTORS’ new acquisitions from cherished masters Leon Kroll and Nell Blaine combine advanced strategies relative to form and design for irresistible appeal.
Burst into summer with CAPE ANN COLLECTORS’ dazzling designs!
Molly, Janet, and Annie
CAPE ANN COLLECTORS 474 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA Ann Ziergiebel, Owner Janet P. Ware, Director Molly Anderson, Gallery Manager
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Carolina Wrens won custody of the front door hanging plant; first of three or four eggs.Dad was defiant, when we were tending to the Geranium’s health.Mom played it safe and sought cover.One of our Baltimore Orioles watched intently from a short distance.We are happy to see Eddy Egret is back at Niles Pond.Picked up bird seed at our daughter’s store. A hummingbird was test driving a sports car.Last week, Kingfisher and Atlantic Traveler were fishing as a team, inshore.Joined by Hailey Dawn. A fish spotter plane flew overhead.In spite of poor weather, Beacon Marine got Troll in the water for her 51st season.A fast single-handed sail around Ten Pound Island to her Eastern Point mooring.At Brace Cove, a Bumble Bee landing on a Rosa Rugosa flower …… to perform its pollinating work.
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The Town of Rockport and the Rockport Fire Department share the following details of services for Capt. Andrew Porter, who died unexpectedly on Monday.
The public is invited to pay their respects on Sunday, June 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington St., Gloucester.
A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, June 2, at 10 a.m. at St. Ann’s Church-Holy Family Parish, 74 Pleasant St., Gloucester.
Capt. Porter, who was an active member of the Rockport Fire Department, passed away Monday, May 26, at Addison Gilbert Hospital in Gloucester, surrounded by loved ones.
He was a 25-year veteran of the Rockport Fire Department and most recently served as the captain of Engine Companies 1 and 3. He was also a specialist in the Rockport Department of Public Works Highway Division.
Capt. Porter was 43 years old and is survived by his wife, two daughters, parents, and sister.
Mutual aid departments are providing station coverage for the Rockport Fire Department on Sunday and Monday.
The community of Rockport mourns the loss of Capt. Porter, who was a dedicated leader and a beloved member of the community.
Town Administrator Mitchell Vieira and Rockport Fire Chief Mark Wonson, would like to thank the surrounding communities and departments for their support during this time.
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Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 photographs by Annisquam photographers will be on display and for sale in the Village Hall studio, 34 Leonard Street.
Proceeds go to the care and maintenance of the Village Hall campus.
Photos were selected by judges, local professional photographers Michael Malyzcko and Walter Bibikow.
Join Royal Navy sailors and the crews of the tall ships Story, Ardelle, Isabelle, and Lynx, as they discuss the role of the navy in the Battle of Bunker Hill as well as 18th century warfare.
As the battle looms, the waters around Charlestown neck fill with Royal Navy vessels, sent to bombard the fortifications into submission and land troops for the eventual assault.
Shuttle Service 10am – 6pm
Shuttle Service will ferry spectators to/from parking lots to the event site.
Civilians Under Siege & the Military on the Move The Marketplace 10am – 4pm
Interpreters will explain civilian and military life in Massachusetts in the 1770s. Through a diversity of perspectives across race, gender, class, and politics, you will learn about the dynamic lives of 18th century Bostonians, British military officers, and Provincial leaders.
The citizens of Boston were able to observe the Battle of Bunker Hill from the rooftops and hills of the City. They had been under British occupation since the enforcement of the Boston Port Act a year earlier had shut down nearly all commerce to the town causing many to leave.
The Preparation: The Redoubt 9 – 10am
Join the soldiers as they construct the fortifications with hand tools from the period. Learn about the backgrounds and motivations of these Americans.
In the evening hours of June 16th, 1,200 American soldiers leave their camp at Cambridge to cross the neck onto the Charlestown peninsula. These hardened men from the country took on the work of fortifying Bunker Hill. As dawn broke, British cannons from ships and Cobb’s Hill (Boston) open fire to try to halt the work.
The Landing Half Moon Beach 10 – 11am
Watch as British sailors and soldiers from Boston land in the harbor in 18th century boats on the Charlestown Penisula (Half-Moon Beach) forming for their assault on the American positions.
General Gage forms British soldiers from the Boston garrison to land on the tip of the Charlestown Peninsula and form for a plan to drive the American’s from their fortifications on the Hill. As the British soldiers land, sharpshooters from Charlestown take pot shots at them. In response British soldiers set fire to Charlestown to drive off the sharpshooters, additionally using the smoke to mask their movements.
Witness the burial of the Battle’s first major casualty and the arrival of the Provincial Forces’ key combatants.
Asa Pollard was the first American casualty at Bunker Hill, decapitated by a British cannonball. He was hastily buried on the battlefield so the gruesome sight would not weaken the morale of his fellow troops.
Col. James Frye of Andover, MA, commanded a regiment from Essex County that played a critical role constructing the redoubt atop Breed’s Hill. The men defended the hill bravely and helped save the retreat from turning into a rout.
Meet Martha Washington The Gazebo 11 – 11:30am
Meet America’s first First Lady before she became a household name and American hero.
Meet Joseph Warren The Gazebo 12 – 12:30 am
Meet one of Boston’s most prominent figures and the face of revolution.
Stark Fortifies the Beach Tablet Rock 12:30 – 1:00pm
View Stark’s men set defenses that will change the tides of the battle.
As the day wore on, the ebbing tide gave the British an advantage by exposing more beachhead at the end of the American line of defense. Cols. John Stark and James Reed of New Hampshire saw this vulnerable gap and constructed a crude barricade to save the Americans from being outflanked.
The Flanking Attack Cressy Beach 1 – 2 pm
Watch as Britain’s elite soldiers assault American flank positions (Cressy Beach).
While the British Marines make a frontal assault on the redoubt as a feint, the elite soldiers of Gage’s force (Grenadiers and Light Infantry) attempt to flank the American fortifications by attacking down a beach on the Mystic River. These soldiers charge down the beach opposed by New Hampshire soldiers under Stark at a rail fence. The New Hampshire soldiers give an incessant fire which shatters the attack and drives back the Grenadiers and Light Infantry.
Meet Abigail Adams The Gazebo 1 – 1:30 pm
Hear of Abigail Adam’s experience witnessing the Battle of Bunker Hill from her home as well as her experiences in 1775 Massachusetts.
Meet General Clinton The Gazebo 1 – 1:30 pm
Meet one of the British command’s sharpest leaders, whose proposed plans could have lead to a quick victory–but who instead had to come in an reinforce the final assault.
Meet Elizabeth Murray The Gazebo 1 – 1:30 pm
Hear from Boston’s leading businesswoman about life under siege, and how the splintering of civic life affects more than just sales.
The Main Assault Bunker Hill 4 – 5 pm
Watch as American militia soldiers defend their fortifications against the attacking British soldiers.
With the flanking attack on the beach broken, General Howe rallies the Marines along with the remaining Grenadiers and Light Infantry to make a head-on assault at the amin redoubt and rail fence of the American line. They are slowed in their advance by the numerous farmers’ fences, taking heavy casualties and fall back. Major John Pitcairn of the Marines is fatally wounded by Salem Poor. Howe has his men drop their packs and advances in column to negate American artillery fire. The advance in a final assault. The Americans, having run out of powder, begin throwing rocks in a desperate attempt to slow the British. Out of powder and overwhelmed the Americans flee the hill. General Joseph Warren of the American forces is killed in this final assault.
Camp Closes & Shuttle Service Ends Stage Fort Park 5 – 6 pm
Thank you all for joining us! Camps will be closed to visitors at 5pm and shuttle service will end for the day at 6pm.
Sunday, June 22
The Navy Approaches: Half Moon Beach 8 – 11:30 am
Join Royal Navy sailors and the crews of the tall ships Story, Ardelle, Isabelle, and Lynx, as they discuss the role of the navy in the Battle of Bunker Hill as well as 18th century warfare.
As the battle looms, the waters around Charlestown neck are filled with Royal Navy vessels, sent to bombard the fortifications into submission and land troops for the eventual assault.
Shuttle Service 10am – 4pm
Shuttle Service will ferry spectators to/from parking lots to the event site.
Civilians Under Siege & the Military on the Move The Marketplace 10am – 2pm
Interpreters will explain civilian and military life in Massachusetts in the 1770s. Through a diversity of perspectives across race, gender, class, and politics, you will learn about the dynamic lives of 18th century Bostonians, British military officers, and Provincial leaders.
The citizens of Boston were able to observe the Battle of Bunker Hill from the rooftops and hills of the City. They had been under British occupation since the enforcement of the Boston Port Act a year earlier had shut down nearly all commerce to the town causing many to leave.
The Preparation: The Redoubt 9 – 10am
Join the soldiers as they construct the fortifications with hand tools from the period. Learn about the backgrounds and motivations of these Americans.
In the evening hours of June 16th, 1,200 American soldiers leave their camp at Cambridge to cross the neck onto the Charlestown peninsula. These hardened men from the country took on the work of fortifying Bunker Hill. As dawn broke, British cannons from ships and Cobb’s Hill (Boston) open fire to try to halt the work.
The Landing Half Moon Beach 10 – 11am
Watch as British sailors and soldiers from Boston land in the harbor in 18th century boats on the Charlestown Penisula (Half-Moon Beach) forming for their assault on the American positions.
General Gage forms British soldiers from the Boston garrison to land on the tip of the Charlestown Peninsula and form for a plan to drive the American’s from their fortifications on the Hill. As the British soldiers land, sharpshooters from Charlestown take pot shots at them. In response British soldiers set fire to Charlestown to drive off the sharpshooters, additionally using the smoke to mask their movements.
Witness the burial of the Battle’s first major casualty and the arrival of the Provincial Forces’ key combatants.
Asa Pollard was the first American casualty at Bunker Hill, decapitated by a British cannonball. He was hastily buried on the battlefield so the gruesome sight would not weaken the morale of his fellow troops.
Col. James Frye of Andover, MA, commanded a regiment from Essex County that played a critical role constructing the redoubt atop Breed’s Hill. The men defended the hill bravely and helped save the retreat from turning into a rout.
Meet General Howe The Gazebo 11 – 11:30am
Meet the British general in charge of the assault on Charlestown–and hear what went into the plan that went so awry.
Stark Fortifies the Beach Tablet Rock 12:00 – 12:30pm
View Stark’s men set defenses that will change the tides of the battle.
As the day wore on, the ebbing tide gave the British an advantage by exposing more beachhead at the end of the American line of defense. Cols. John Stark and James Reed of New Hampshire saw this vulnerable gap and constructed a crude barricade to save the Americans from being outflanked.
Meet Joseph Warren The Gazebo 12:00 – 12:30pm
Meet one of Boston’s most prominent figures and the face of revolution.
The Main Assault Bunker Hill 1 – 2 pm
Watch as American militia soldiers defend their fortifications against the attacking British soldiers.
With the flanking attack on the beach broken, General Howe rallies the Marines along with the remaining Grenadiers and Light Infantry to make a head-on assault at the amin redoubt and rail fence of the American line. They are slowed in their advance by the numerous farmers’ fences, taking heavy casualties and fall back. Major John Pitcairn of the Marines is fatally wounded by Salem Poor. Howe has his men drop their packs and advances in column to negate American artillery fire. The advance in a final assault. The Americans, having run out of powder, begin throwing rocks in a desperate attempt to slow the British. Out of powder and overwhelmed the Americans flee the hill. General Joseph Warren of the American forces is killed in this final assault.
Camp Closes & Shuttle Service Ends Stage Fort Park 3 – 4 pm
Thank you all for joining us! Camps will be closed to visitors at 3pm and shuttle service will end for the day at 4pm.
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This week it’s all about the laughter! And delicious burgers!
Friday night we have comedy LEGEND, Lenny Clarke along with Rob Steen and Annie Powell. Seats are sold out, but there are still plenty of GA standing room tickets available – only $17.50!
AND Little Sister will be open EVERY night Thursday through Sunday serving their incredible burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, fish sandwiches and so much more through the takeout window. Grab a table, order via QR code, get a text when your food is ready. Play pool or arcade games while you wait. The bar will also be open Thursday through Sunday and we’ll have all your favorite sports on the big screens.
In case you missed it Little Sister is STAYING at The Cut! As of 6/1, they’ll be open every day (except Tuesdays) from 5pm to close. And reminder – you never need tickets to the show to come and have food/hang at the bar/play arcade games.
We were delighted to return to Yella on the Water along the boulevard for dinner recently. Ewan and Jackie were our servers and we felt well taken care of. We ordered drinks and contemplated the menu. Iur appetizer was the humus arwarma (out of this world). I have been missing their chicken wings all winter, so I ordered those. Jim got short rib ravioli which he enjoyed every bit of. We also tried the panna cotta for a shared dessert. Just the right way to end the meal! We were fortunate to be able to see Carlo and welcome them back. As always, the food and service were outstanding. See you soon again at Yella!
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Every year since 1981 the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce has celebrated Small Businesses to honor the achievements of our region’s small business entrepreneurs and their employees and to thank them for their contributions to the economic vitality and community life of the greater Cape Ann region. The Chamber is pleased to announce the 2025 Greater Cape Ann Small Business Persons of the Year.
This year’s honorees include Allan Houle, owner of Manchester Ace Hardware (Manchester-by-the-Sea); Kimberly Cameron Tibert, owner of Sand Castles & Wharf Rat Trading Co. (Rockport); Joe Ciolino, owner of The Weathervane (Gloucester); Natasha Taylor, Office Manager of the Essex Historical Society & Ship Building Museum (Essex); and Kerrie Bates, Director of ReCreation and Culture (Ipswich). Each small business person of the year will be honored throughout the weeks of June 2-13 via the Chamber’s social media, websites, and email communications. The honorees will also receive a special citation from their respective local government at their individual ceremony.
Friends, family members, and colleagues of all small business honorees are invited and encouraged to attend the individual receptions (all from 5-7 PM) to be held on the following dates and locations: Tuesday, June 3, for Allan Houle at Cala’s in Manchester-by -the-Sea; Wednesday, June 4, for Natasha Taylor at The James Pub, Essex; Thursday, June 5, for Kerrie Bates at True North Ale co., Ipswich; Monday, June 9, for Kimberly Cameron Tibert at The Emerson Inn, Rockport; Tuesday, June 10, for Joe Ciolino at Oak to Ember, Gloucester.
Please visit www.capeannchamber.com for more information on each of the 2025 Small Business Persons of the Year.
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