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The much-loved Lanesville Music Festival returns on Saturday, September 13, 2025 (rain date: September 14) at the Lanesville Community Center, 8 Vulcan Street, Gloucester, MA. This long-standing tradition, hosted by the LCC, promises a full day of live music, food, and community spirit from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
The festival showcases an exciting lineup of local and regional talent, with performances by:
Gloucester Student Band
Lisa Marie
Sea Dragons
Treehouse Charlatans
Steve Amazeen Band
Honky Tonk Women
Joe Wilkins
Whiskey Talk
Charlee Bianchini
Mamadou Diop Band
Families and music lovers of all ages are invited to spend the day enjoying a diverse mix of music, food and drinks for sale, and a variety of local vendors. A cash bar will also be available. Admission is by donation, making the event accessible to everyone in the community.
“The Lanesville Music Festival is more than just a concert – it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and connection,” said event organizers. “We look forward to welcoming neighbors, friends, and visitors for a day of joy and togetherness.”
Event Details:
Location: Lanesville Community Center, 8 Vulcan Street, Gloucester, MA
Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025 (rain date: Sunday, September 14)
Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Admission: By donation
This family-friendly event has become a hallmark of the Cape Ann cultural calendar, celebrating the rich musical talent and resilient spirit of the community.
For more information, please visit the Lanesville Community Center website at: www.lanesvillecommunitycenter.org or scan the QR code on festival posters around town.
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The Jewish community of Cape Ann will celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, beginning at sunset on Monday, September 22, 2025, and concluding after nightfall on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. The holiday is a sacred time when Jews around the world pray for a sweet and blessed year for all of humanity.
As part of the celebration, Chabad of Cape Ann will host High Holiday services and events that are free of charge and open to all regardless of synagogue affiliation or background. More information and registration is available at ChabadCapeAnn.com/HighHolidays. “We want to ensure that everyone has access to inclusive and inviting Rosh Hashanah services,” said Rabbi Avremi Raichik, co-director of Chabad of Cape Ann. “People want to start the new year surrounded by tradition, family, and the warmth of community. That’s exactly what we’re here to provide.”
The two-day celebration of Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish year 5786 and the start of the High Holiday season. Central observances include hearing the shofar (ram’s horn), festive meals with symbolic foods such as apples dipped in honey, and prayers for a year of blessing and peace. Services at Chabad of Cape Ann will feature traditional melodies, spirited singing, engaging commentary, and bilingual prayer books with clear explanations for those less familiar with synagogue customs.
Rosh Hashanah morning services will be held on Tuesday, September 23, beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Chabad Jewish Center of Cape Ann, 37 Main Street, Gloucester. In keeping with the increased demand, and to accommodate those who might not be able to make it to formal Rosh Hashanah synagogue services, Chabad will hold their annual “Shofar on the Boulevard” a short outdoor service that includes the primary observances of the holiday, activities, and treats for the kids. bringing the ancient call of the shofar to Gloucester’s iconic waterfront so that everyone can participate in this central mitzvah of the holiday.
Continuing the initiative first launched by the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory, in 1953, Chabad centers worldwide bring the sound of the shofar to public spaces, hospitals, and street corners to ensure that every Jew can hear its call. “At a time like this, it’s more important than ever for our community to celebrate our traditions with pride and confidence,” added Rabbi Raichik. “We look forward to welcoming families as we begin the new year together with strength and unity.”
Reporters are invited to speak with Rabbi Raichik about Rosh Hashanah traditions, capture holiday preparations, or photograph the sounding of the shofar.
Event Details: What: Rosh Hashanah Celebration and High Holiday Services Where: Chabad of Cape Ann, 37 Main Street, Gloucester, MA When: September 22–24, 2025 (Morning Services Sept. 23 at 10:30 a.m.; Shofar on the Boulevard Sept. 23 at 5:00 p.m) Register: ChabadCapeAnn.com/HighHolidays
Rosh Hashanah, meaning “head of the year,” marks the beginning of the Jewish year 5786. It is followed by Yom Kippur, the holiest day on the Jewish calendar, which will be observed this year on October 1–2, 2025.
Chabad of Cape Ann serves the Jewish community with educational programs, holiday celebrations, and social services for individuals and families of all backgrounds. Direct
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Please join us for the sixth annual Cape Ann Classic Cars on the Green on Saturday September 20th, from 10am to 2pm in front of the Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church, GPS 50 Middle Street, Gloucester. The rain date for the event is on Sunday, September 21st from 1-5pm.
This is a delightful free event for the whole family with beautiful classic vintage and special interest cars on display. The audience votes in nine categories for the trophy winners, including the coveted “Best in Show.” A 50/50 raffle will be included to add to the excitement of the event as well as tours of the historic Meetinghouse! If you are interested in showing your classic car, register ($20) at the entrance or in advance (recommended as space is limited) by emailing: c.nazarian@gloucestermeetinghouse.org.
Admission to the public is free but donations to the Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation for the ongoing building restoration are greatly appreciated! We hope to see you at this fun filled fall event!
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Ahoy, captains and boat designers! It’s time to put your creative and engineering skills to the test and join the ultimate community showdown at the Manchester by the Sea Cardboard Boat Regatta!
Whether you’re a crafty kid, daring adult, or creative crew — this is the perfect neighborhood, local business or family project and a legendary MBTS tradition. Build it, race it, and try to stay afloat…
Who will be crowned this year’s champion? Click below to register TODAY!
🗓 Sunday, October 12 🕛 High noon 📍 Manchester Inner Harbor 💥 FREE to participate! 👑 2025 Bragging rights on the line!
Friday it’s one show, with THREE musicians! Aidan Gittings Blues Band, Christian Smith, and Walshy will each perform a set up on The Cut stage! Doors are at 7pm. Show is at 7:45pm. This is an ALL AGES show! So feel free to bring the young music-lover in your life! Tickets are still available. We’ll also have live music in the restaurant starting at 8pm. No Cover.
Saturday Paul D’Angelo returns to The Cut stage, this time with Paul Gilligan. The Pauls will be treating us to a night of comedy that is not to be missed. We’ve added more seats, and Paul’s added new material. There are still some tickets available, so grab yours before they’re gone. Doors are at 6:30pm. Show is at 7pm. We’ll also have DJ Reel Drama in the restaurant from 9pm – Close. No Cover.
Sunday is your chance to experience thrift store fashion at it’s very best with Thrift The Runway – all in support of The Open Door! There are still a few standing room tickets available, so don’t wait! This show is 14+. Doors are at 6pm. Show is at 6:30pm.
As always, Little Sister will be serving their Best of The North Shore award-winning burgers (and so much more) starting at 5pm each night. Come early and grab food before the show or stay late and refuel after dancing! They offer a late-night menu on Friday and Saturday nights.
LITTLE SISTER IS ALSO NOW OPEN AT NOON ON SATURDAY & SUNDAY! COME WATCH FOOTBALL WITH US!! We have NFL Sunday Ticket and we’re the only bar in town that has enough TVs to show ALL the games. You can also scan in each game day for a chance to win a VIP Super Bowl Party Experience! We’ll be hosting the best Super Bowl Party on the North Shore back in the venue!!
HOURS: MON 5PM, TUE CLOSED, WED 5PM, THU 5PM, FRI 5PM, SAT 12PM, SUN 12PM
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