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The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with Cape Ann Pride Coalition to present the first-ever Cape Ann Pride Weekend, May 31-June 2! With the support and coordination of community partners, we are putting together a weekend full of pride, celebration, community, education, fun and support for all LGBTQIA+ people and their allies.
We are excited to invite you, the business community, to be a part of this inaugural celebration. We have prepared a brief survey for your considered participation. Please use the following link to let us know how you would like partner with us.
Thank you for your past support in spreading the word regarding Fishing Partnership free trainings.Unfortunately, commercial fishing remains one of the deadliest occupations in the country. North Shore fishermen can access free programming through Fishing Partnership Support Services, a Massachusetts-based non-profit dedicated to improving the health, safety, and economic security of commercial fishermen, their families, and their communities.
Our North Shore Office (located in Gloucester) will be conducting a free, two-day safety training for commercial fishermen on May 2-3 at U.S. Coast Guard Station Gloucester. We invite your coverage of this training in either pre-date sharing of information and/or coverage of the training itself.
Below, is more detail regarding what transpires during each day of training, and I have also attached our event flyer which has details regarding times and registration:
Day One: Safety & Survival –
This training is designed for all fishermen, including crewmen, to learn or hone fundamental skills. Through hands-on training, fishermen learn about EPIRBs, Signal Flares, MAYDAY Calls, Man Overboard Recovery, Firefighting, Flooding & Damage Control, Dewatering Pumps, Immersion Suits, PFDs, & Life Rafts. Commercial Fishermen who attend are eligible for a 50% rebate off a Lifejacket they purchase after the trainings.
Day Two: Drill Conductor Certification
During this second day, fishermen dig deeper into what they learned in the Safety & Survival Class, including new information in cold-water survival, helicopter rescues, stability, liability, and emergency procedures. Fishermen who complete these two days of training are Alaska Marine Safety Education Association certified Drill Conductors, which meets USCG requirements under 46 CFR 28.270(c).
While commercial fishermen work in one of the most dangerous occupations in the country, Fishing Partnership works to equip them with the knowledge and skills to fish more safely. At-sea preparedness has been proven to save lives. Please visit, www.fishingpartnership.org to learn more.
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The North Shore Paddlers Network <nspn.org> invites you to join us for a free “New to Sea Kayaking Workshop”
Are you interested in learning more about sea kayaking? Whether you have never held a paddle or are a seasoned canoe or white water paddler this workshop is for you. Meet other sea kayakers, see various boats, paddles, clothing, safety equipment, and more.
When- April 20, 2024 10 am – 3 pm (lunch is available)
Where- Winter Island Park, 50 Island Road, Salem, MA
Get ready to make a splash at this community-wide celebration for the 2025 Sawyer Free Library at The Cut at 177 Main Street in downtown Gloucester on Sunday, April 28 from 3:00 -5:00 p.m. Dive into the fun and usher in summer early with live music, beach games and summer vibes – for all ages!
Headlining the event will be “Moonraker,” Gloucester’s very own Mayor’s band featuring Amy Prichard on lead vocals and guitar, Adam Quinn on drums, Missy Sponagle lending her vocal talents, Nate Kidder on lead guitar, Mayor Greg Verga on bass, and a special guest appearance by Millie Manning from Millie and the Half Nelsons on vocals and keyboard.
Adding to the summertime vibe, local reggae sensation the “Dis n’ Dat band” will kick off the party, setting the stage for an afternoon filled with beach games, prizes, and other surprises. Plus, a sneak peek into the exciting developments ahead with the 2025 Sawyer Free Library!
The Library is grateful to The Cut for generously donating their space for this event. And for those who choose to have dinner after the festivities, The Cut will also donate 10% of your final bill to the 2025 Sawyer Free Library.
The family-friendly event is open to all ages; admission is free, but donations to the 2025 Sawyer Free Library are welcomed. To register or for more details, visit sawyerfreelibrary.org or call 978-325-5500.
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On Saturday, April 20th at 2:00 p.m., the Cape Ann Climate Coalition Interfaith group welcomes the community to our 3rd Annual Earth Day Gathering at Good Harbor Beach. The event begins with a beach-clean up. At 3:00 p.m., Rev. Sue Koehler-Arsenault and members of the group will lead an interfaith ritual.
Inspired by Creation Justice Ministries, a national organization composed of 38 mainline churches, this event will call attention to the issue of plastics in our waterways and beaches. It is co-sponsored by the Annisquam Village Church, First Congregational Church of Rockport, First Parish Church Manchester, Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, St. John’s Episcopal Church, and the Unitarian Universalist Society of Rockport.
For more information, please call 978-281-0376.
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Grab a spoon and satisfy your sweet tooth. In case you haven’t seen, the Sawyer Free Library has partnered with Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe to make Cocoa Berry Chip, a raspberry-infused chocolate ice cream loaded with chocolate chips! Award winning Holy Cow Ice Cream created a new flavor celebrating Earth Month in partnership with the Sawyer Free Library and Cape Ann Climate Coalition.
This delicious special chocolate and raspberry-flavored all-natural ice cream treat embodies the organizations’ commitment to environmental advocacy and the understanding that every day is earth day. A portion of sales of this limited time special flavor will support the Cape Ann Climate Coalition’s educational programs. This delicious ice cream be available in pints only at the Gloucester and Peabody locations, so get some while you can!
Brandon Blatchford (of local Kicked Off The Bus fame) has just released his first original single, “Ocean Song,” through his side project, Brandon Blatchford & The Wannabe Teenagers. You can stream the new single on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/track/2yH7wfakuzI0qeAAqOQ0tK?si=75e6f57563aa4017 or on any other streaming music platforms.
The Wannabe Teenagers are composed of local musicians, Trevor Blank, Philip Corey, Joel Favazza, and Christian Palmisano. “Ocean Song” also features KOTB guitarist, Sam Pallazolla, as well as guest backup singers, Lila Barry and Giuseppe Favazza. Brandon continues to play at numerous local venues with Kicked Off The Bus and can be seen across Cape Ann throughout this upcoming spring and summer.
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