Author: Joey Ciaramitaro

The Unitarian Universalist Society of Rockport will hold its annual Summerfaire on Saturday, July 27, 2013 from 8 a.m.-2
p.m. at the church, 4 Cleaves Street, Rockport. Activities will include a silent auction, 50-5- raffle, book sale, plant sale,
crafts, and children’s games. Hot dogs and baked goods will be sold and the Thrift Shop will be open.

Tickets for N Richard Nash reading 7/29

Amanda Nash writes-

Hello folks,

As promised, here is a follow-up email to invite you once again to the reading of my dad’s play, The Rainmaker, at the Gloucester Stage on July 29th. It starts at 8, and there will be a short Q&A afterwards and then a reception with some nice snacks 🙂  Please do come if you can.  The event is $20 and you can get tickets by clicking on the link below.

https://sa1.seatadvisor.com/sabo/servlets/TicketRequest;jsessionid=1331B07D52A69F5B32489E8D354EC301?eventId=676805&presenter=GSC&venue=&event=&version=

(If you are able to get your tickets more than a week before the event that would be terrific, so I’ll know how many snacks to order. 🙂

My original email to you is below.

Thank you, I hope you can come!

-Amanda

p.s. Last night I went to their production of Spring Awakening, and it was FANTASTIC.  I really recommend it (tho’ it is rather explicit) — it only runs through Sunday, so hurry!

A tour of the Porches of Annisquam will be held Friday, August 2nd from 5:00-7:00pm.   This biennial event has become a summer tradition in the charming seaside village of Annisquam, MA.   Eight homes will welcome you to enjoy views over the cove, out toward the lighthouse or across sweeping lawns and granite walls.  A tour guide will be at each porch to provide historic information (or unusual anecdotes!) and a sunset serenade by the Annisquam Village Players’ cast of Chicago! will conclude the evening at a waterfront home where wine & cheese will be available.

Tickets @ $25 at The Annisquam Exchange located at 38 Leonard Street, Annisquam (978-281-0358) http://annisquamexchange.com/.   This event is always a sell-out so early ticket purchase is highly recommended.   All proceeds benefit the Annisquam Village Players’ musical productions.  This remarkable troupe is one of the nation’s oldest continually operating theatre groups, providing theatrical experience for thespians of all levels.

On Saturday, August 10, as part of the Cape Ann Ceramics Festival, Randy

Johnston gives a demonstration workshop from 10 am-5 pm at Cynthia Curtis Pottery studio, 80 Pigeon Hill Street, Rockport, MA. Sign up for this workshop and other Festival information at www.capeannceramicsfestival.com

Johnston of Wisconsin has worked in ceramics for over forty years. He has pursued functional expression and brought a fresh aesthetic vision to contemporary form and has made many contributions to the development of wood kiln technology in the United States. Currently he is a professor and department chair at the University of Wisconsin, River Falls where he teaches ceramics and drawing. Johnston studied with Warren Mackenzie at the University of Minnesota and in Japan at the pottery of Shimaoka Tatsuzo. His works are included in the permanent collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the Minneapolis Institute of Art and in numerous international public and private collections.

Rockport Friends of the Library hold Summer Book Sale July 19 to 21

The Friends of the Rockport Library hold their annual summer book sale on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20 from  10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday July 21 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Members’ Preview Sale is Thursday, July 18 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  Members can enjoy refreshments along with the best selection of books. Memberships available at the door.

Come browse for novels, mysteries, history, crafts, children’s books and much more.   Most hardbacks priced at $1.50, most paperbacks at 50 cents or 3 for a $1.00, trade backs at $1.00 each, and selected high quality editions at special prices.

Profits from the book sales are used to supplement programs at the library including   the Cabin Fever movie series, the authors’ series, special programs for children, and museum passes.

The sale is held on the second floor of the Rockport Public Library at 17 School Street.

Thank you

Dianne Anderson

978 546-2122

Schooner Adventure’s Gloucester History Sharing Program

Come see images of old Gloucester and share your own memories during these monthly presentations at the Rose Baker Senior Center.

Next program: July 12, 2013 (10am)

Gloucester Lost, Part 1: Urban Renewal on Duncan Point (aka Harbor Loop) What happened to Locust, Ivy, Railway, Wharf and Water Streets? See images of the buildings and streets that were removed during the 1960’s Urban Renewal Projects. For more info contact Beth Welin 978-281-8079 or bwelin@schooner-adventure.org

Hi Joey,

It’s Navy Weekend in Rockport!

On Saturday night July 13 at 6:30 the Navy Vs Rockport Police softball game is always a good time. Is this the year for the Navy to shine? Live DJ and food available

On Sunday from 8AM-10AM a pancake breakfast will be served at Brackett’s Restaurant. This is the Navy committee’s major fundraiser. Enjoy the best breakfast value in Town, look out over Rockport Harbor and visit with the Midshipman and sailors. $5.00 donation at the door

On Sunday afternoon, the Navy Band is coming to Rockport High School !

The Northeast Navy Pops Ensemble is comprised of talented musicians from around the country and provides musical entertainment for audiences of all ages. The versatility of this group allows it to play a wide variety of musical styles, including modern and traditional concert band, patriotic favorites, and popular hits of today.
The concert is at 1:30 PM and FREE of charge. Tickets are still available. Go to www.rocnavcom.org for information

Visit our facebook page, rockport navy committee for more information.

Faye Anderson

PS Thanks, Joey!