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Hi Joey! happy New Year! Thought I share with you a pic I took on our
last trip to Gloucester (in October). try and explain this to people…..
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Sing and Sign Along Saturday, Jan. 9th at 1:00pm @CapeAnnMuseum!
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Saturday, Jan. 9th at 1:00pm
Bring the whole family and join along with the Optimistic Voices Senior Choir and La Petite Chorale who will sing, sign and dance with you to favorite oldies, children’s and holiday songs. Awaken your senses and minds with this fun challenge and light up your day!
Free and open to the public.
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Maritime Gloucester’s February Vacation Program
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Spend February Vacation at Maritime Gloucester for Sea Creatures of Cape Ann. The program runs Tuesday through Friday and includes a variety of activities in the classroom, microscope laboratory, wet lab, and museum. Students may enroll for one day or for the entire four days. There are two different programs based on age of the students that are offered during the four-days—one for Pre-K to K (ages 3.5-5) and the other for Grades 1-5.  The Pre-K/K drop-in program runs from 9:00 am-10:30 am and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Grade 1-5 program runs from 8:30 am-3:30 pm; after care until 5:00 pm is available for Grade 1-5 students for an additional fee. For more information and to register online, please visit click here.
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Week of January 10, 2016
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Matz Gallery Artist for January: Suellen Wedmore
Suellen Wedmore, poet laureate emerita for the town of Rockport, has been painting since she was a teenager. She has studied painting with Skip Lawrence of Pemaquid, Maine, at the Cape School of Art in Provincetown, Massachusetts, and is presently in a workshop with Ron Straka at the Rockport Art Association. She recently won first place in the Quill’s Edge Press “Woman on the Edge” contest, and her poetry chapbook , Mind the Light, was published with her painting of Thacher Island’s north tower on the cover. (The book is available at Toad Hall Bookstore, from the author, or on-line at the Thacher Island website and at the Quill’s Edge Press website.)
Save These Dates! Upcoming events:
The four Cape Ann public libraries are launching a yearlong innovative community reading program!                                                                                 The Cape Ann Museum is hosting the CAPE ANN READS kickoff event…
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GMG Alternative Energy Series- @EnergySage Website- Compare Solar Quotes With Just A Few Clicks
EnergySage Is A Game Changer. They couldn’t make learning about solar quicker, more transparent or easier to understand than this. In my quest to bring more info to you, my peeps, I went into EnergySage Headquarters and spoke with Senior Solar Advisor Kimberly Le who demonstrated just how few clicks it takes to get an instant estimate and then how after you register with a few more clicks that you can get a bunch of area solar installers (who are all vetted and approved by EnergySage) and have user ratings in their profiles (much like the way Amazon or Trip Advisor has user generated reviews) which give you an idea of how happy people are with their installations.
The part I like best is how all of the different Solar companies compete for your business, and they all load their quotes in a standardized way that EnergySage set up so that you can compare each installer’s quotes side by side. Aaaaand then to take it even a step further, EnergySage takes the equipment that each solar installer is proposing for your project and rates the solar panels in a grading system. Aaaaaand you always have access to totally impartial passionate about Solar, EnergySage Solar Advisors that can further guide you and answer any questions you may have along the way.
You know how I’m all about the No-Brainer initiatives that are wins for everyone involved. Well this is literally a NO-Risk, everything to gain, super simple, super fast way to check out Solar options for you.
Check out the first interview I did with Kimberly Le, Senior Solar Advisor for EnergySage right here and then check out the EnergySage Website and for zero cost just fill out the measly three fields to get an instant quote. You don’t even have to talk to anyone if you don’t want to.
Here’s the link to get an instant estimate- EnergySage
Once you get an instant estimate based on your address, you can register to get access to the marketplace where the different EnergySage Vetted and Approved Installers start to email you quotes and they appear in your EnergySage Marketplace Dashboard side by side where you can compare things like what each installer is proposing for a warrantee, each installer’s user generated reviews, an installation target date, what type of panels they propose to use, and more. Best part is that on every page there are little question marks that when you click on them, explain in further detail what each term means, also there’s an EnergySage Advisor that is just a mouse click away that will help you as well if you have any questions.
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Can The Pats Win Another Superbowl Limping Into The Playoffs?
PSA- ATTENTION LADIES & GENTLEMEN: THERE ARE THREE WEEKS OF PLAYOFF FOOTBALL LEFT. FOR ANYONE THAT DOESN’T UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS TIME WATCHING FOOTBALL TOGETHER- PLEASE FIND SOMETHING ELSE TO OCCUPY YOUR TIME AND DON’T BREAK OUR BALLS. THANK YOU.
The beginning of the season we looked invincible. After an enormous amount of key injuries, the past two weeks of Patriots football have been painful to watch. If I’ve learned anything as a Pats fan it’s to never count ’em out but for most teams, winning a Superbowl is a culmination of a whole bunch of bounces and breaks all going your way as you roll through the playoffs. In past Superbowl wins it seems like the confidence is off the charts and everyone is smiling and you roll through the playoffs with momentum. Right now there seems to be zero momentum.  Having the bye week will most certainly…
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Number One On The List Of Trendy Things I Won’t By Getting My Girls…
Is it not like 10 times a day you hear about something going wrong with these hoverboards?
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GMG Alternative Energy Series- EnergySage Website- Compare Solar Quotes With Just A Few Clicks
EnergySage Is A Game Changer. They couldn’t make learning about solar quicker, more transparent or easier to understand than this. In my quest to bring more info to you, my peeps, I went into EnergySage Headquarters and spoke with Senior Solar Advisor Kimberly Le who demonstrated just how few clicks it takes to get an instant estimate and then how after you register with a few more clicks that you can get a bunch of area solar installers (who are all vetted and approved by EnergySage) and have user ratings in their profiles (much like the way Amazon or Trip Advisor has user generated reviews) which give you an idea of how happy people are with their installations.
The part I like best is how all of the different Solar companies compete for your business, and they all load their quotes in a standardized way that EnergySage set up so that you can compare each installer’s quotes side by side. Aaaaand then to take it even a step further, EnergySage takes the equipment that each solar installer is proposing for your project and rates the solar panels in a grading system.  Aaaaaand you always have access to totally impartial passionate about Solar, EnergySage Solar Advisors that can further guide you and answer any questions you may have along the way.
You know how I’m all about the No-Brainer initiatives that are wins for everyone involved. Well this is literally a NO-Risk, everything to gain, super simple, super fast way to check out Solar options for you.
Check out the first interview I did with Kimberly Le, Senior Solar Advisor for EnergySage right here and then check out the EnergySage Website and for zero cost just fill out the measly three fields to get an instant quote. You don’t even have to talk to anyone if you don’t want to.
Here’s the link to get an instant estimate- EnergySage
Once you get an instant estimate based on your address, you can register to get access to the marketplace where the different EnergySage Vetted and Approved Installers start to email you quotes and they appear in your EnergySage Marketplace Dashboard side by side where you can compare things like what each installer is proposing for a warrantee, each installer’s user generated reviews, an installation target date, what type of panels they propose to use, and more. Best part is that on every page there are little question marks that when you click on them, explain in further detail what each term means, also there’s an EnergySage Advisor that is just a mouse click away that will help you as well if you have any questions.
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January Ritual: Make Mondays Your Favorite Day
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Saltwater Massage Studio is making 2016 the year of R I T U A L S.
“It’s not rocket science or religion – it’s just joy.”
If you know me, you know my passion is for providing massage therapy that “does something” – massage that makes a difference and alleviates physical pain. But lately I’ve been thinking about the other “something” that massage does. Massage can also be a tool to create moments of stillness, silence and (dare I say) happiness in our lives. And that makes a difference too. And alleviates pain. Couldn’t we all use a bit of therapeutic rest?
I believe that happiness makes us healthier people. I’m not saying happiness will cure cancer (believe me, I know it doesn’t), but I do think that “calming the inner storm” makes us a little more patient, more kind, and more generous. And maybe then we can become more…
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HarborLAB Squid Dissection at Maritime Gloucester
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Don’t let the kids have all the fun!
Wednesday, February 3rd from 6:30 – 8:00 pm come to our adult HarborLAB and learn all about marine invertebrates. At this– our first HarborLAB, participants will learn about cephalopods and dissect a squid. We will locate and identify the internal organs and learn how scientists classify these animals. You’ll never look at a plate of fried calamari in the same way! Easy online registration HERE.
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Sayings to make you smile and take your mind off the middle east, the stock market and certain Presidential Hopefuls From Al Bezanson
“Hurry to the back of the ship,” said Tom sternly.
“What’s an angle over 90 degrees ?” asked Tom obtusely.
“I knew the gun wasn’t loaded,” said Tom blankly.
“I’ve injured my leg,” said Tom lamely.
“Use your own toothbrush !” Tom bristled.
“I mustn’t let the fire go out,” Tom bellowed.
“I work at a bank,” said Tom tellingly.
“Nice mirror,” Tom reflected.
“There’s someone at the front door,” Tom chimed in.
“Very well, you can borrow it again,” Tom relented.
“I’ve gone back to my wife,” was Tom’s rejoinder.
“Some you lose,” said Tom winsomely. “I just lost my flashlight” Said Tom in a delighted mannner.
“I just found out that magic is fake!” said Tom in a disenchanted way.
(Photo from Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race 2012 crew party on 31 ft Quintessence for 115 ft AJ Meerwald)
Al Bezanson
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Friends Of Sawyer Free Fans Of Fabric Event
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League of Women Voters Of Cape Ann Forum On Money In Politics
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January Chamber Events!
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The Chamber has some exciting events happening this month – please join us!
January Business After Hours at Manchester Athletic Club
Come Mix & Mingle with other area business leaders at one of Cape Ann’s finest athletic facilities. See this state-of-the-art facility and learn about their programs that will keep you fit in 2016. REGISTER HERE.
FREE Email Marketing Seminar – The Power of the Inbox
(for Chamber Members)
Please join us for a Brown Bag Lunch (bring your own) Seminar on Thursday, January 14, 2016 at the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce. This excellent FREE seminar, The Power of the Inbox, will teach you the ins and outs of email marketing for your business.  REGISTER HERE.
The 94th Annual Celebration & Cape Ann Divas Concert
This year we are planning something new and different for our Annual Dinner- we are changing up the format! We will still…
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Oceans of Change and Waves of Opportunity
Saturday, January 23, 6 PM
 The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce presents
The Annual Celebration
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featuring a concert by the Cape Ann Divas
Reception, 6 PM Concert, 8 PM
Oceans of Change…Waves of Opportunity
The Annual Celebration will be an elegant cocktail party with a cash bar and short program, followed by a fabulous concert featuring the Cape Ann Divas. The reception begins at 6 PM, followed by the concert at 8 PM.
The Cape Ann Divas:
Kate Barry, Renee Dupuis, Marina Evans, Mari Martin, Megan McKenzie, and Amy Rich
The Band
Vinny Briguglio, bass | Roger Brockelbank, drums | Jake Pardee, guitar | Mark Retallack, keys
This special evening promises to be an exceptional night of lively cover music performed by some of Cape Ann’s favorite “Local Divas”. They are sure to delight the audience with their beautiful voices and fabulous performances. For more information, visit the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce website.
About the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
Proceeds from the evening’s event will support the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce’s ongoing mission of promotion, economic development and education initiatives for the Cape Ann Communities.
Since 1922, The mission of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce has been to serve as the principal voice of business while working to enhance both the economic environment and the quality of life for the citizens of Cape Ann. capeannchamber.com
Tickets:
Reception & Concert: $100
Concert only: $50
The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is pleased to have this event sponsored by Cape Ann Savings.
Sponsorships are available. Please call Kerry McKenna at 978-283-1601 for more details about sponsorship opportunities.
Photo Collage Credits:Â
Megan McKenzie (Kim Marchand), Marina Evans (Brendan Pike), Mari Martin (Sheila Roberts Orlando), Renee Dupuis (Louise Welch)
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Our New Pet “Barry Goldfish Named after Barry Goldberg from @TheGoldbergsABC
Also known as “Big Tasty”
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New Year’s Eve Party For The Gloucester Ed Foundation At Latitude 43
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How I felt after losing to the Dolphins Sunday…
Pats need to get healthy
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Just when everybody is feeling all warm and fuzzy about the Snowy Owl…
I may never sleep again.
Aaaand this is why I’m not a wildlife guy. Yes I know this isn’t a snowy owl. But its an owl. Owls doing owl things like choking down rats that are a third of their body size.
If I say it once I’ll say it a thousand times. Y’all can take your camping out and hiking and nature walks out in the wilderness where shit is just trying to eat you and danger lurks around every bunch of pricka bushes. I’ll take a nice comfy room with a view and posh accommodations every damn time.
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Free Training Program
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