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The Cape Ann Community Foundation (CACF) will celebrate its support for the region’s non-profit organizations and programs with its second annual Candlepins for a Cause fundraiser event at Cape Ann Lanes on June 5.

That evening, from 5:30-7:30 pm, the Foundation will celebrate recipients of its 2025 grants. Since its inception in 2015, the foundation has awarded more than 50 grants totalling over $100,000 to Cape Ann non-profit and community organizations. This year, the Foundation received a record number of grant applications during the April proposal submission period. The Foundation selected nine recipients from across Cape Ann, representing a range of services.

At the June 5 event, CACF grant recipients and friends of the Foundation will come together to spotlight CACF support for community organizations and programs and promote adoption of the Cape Ann license plates, which play a key role in this work by generating funds for Foundation grants. The sale of Cape Ann license plates and direct donations to CACF make the Foundation grants possible.

Anyone interested in forming a team is asked to make a $200 donation for a team of six bowlers. Individual bowlers can join for a $35 donation to the Foundation.  Those who’d like to attend the event and cheer on the bowlers – and support the Foundation – can do so with a $20 donation.

Bowlers will compete for prizes for best team score and best individual blowers.

Teams, individual bowlers and other attendees can register by clicking on the event link on the Cape Ann Community Foundation website, www.lovecapeann.com.

“The support we generate with Candlepins for a Cause – along with the revenue from Cape Ann license plate sales and direct donations to the Foundation – helps us assist our region’s non-profit and community organizations,” said CACF Co-Chair Britta Cahoon.

“The Candlepins for a Cause fundraiser will be a fun way to help the Foundation continue its work while honoring the organizations that serve the Cape Ann community,” said  Tony Sapienza, CACF Co-Chair. 

CACF held its first-ever Candlepins for a Cause event in June 2024, and the fundraiser was a sell-out. The Foundation also held a successful virtual golf Driving for Dollars fundraiser at Harbor 9 Golf in February, spotlighting the Cape Ann license plate.

To learn more about the Foundation, the Cape Ann license plate, and the organizations supported by CACF grants, visit the Foundation website at www.lovecapeann.com.

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June 7 will be the date for to Walk for Hope to support sufferers of Huntington’s Disease and Boston is the location but you can help by donating. This disease is devastating and is affecting at least one set of Gloucester grandparents. They have asked that I share this information with you:

Memorial Day weekend is nearly upon us and many visitors are expected over the course of the summer and fall months. For those who may not be aware, here are some parking tips (I am brushing up my spiel for the Visitor Center). If you plan to park at Stage Fort Park, Wingaersheek or Good Harbor Beach you will need to reserve your parking in advance using the Blinkay app. I am sharing an image of what it looks like in the App store (also available for Android). **”In advance** only requires that you purchase parking prior to entering**

Most visitors should be aware that most city parking is paid parking. You MAY find it easier to use the Flowbird app than be prepared to use the kiosks available. You might prefer the kiosks but be prepared with you license plate numbers. An image from the App store is also shown here. Welcome to Gloucester and stop by the Welcome Center at Stage Fort Park for additional tips starting Fri May 23.

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On Saturday, May 17th, Gloucester Stage Company hosted a special dedication ceremony to officially rename its home The Natti-Willsky Performance Center, in recognition of longtime supporters and generous benefactors Susanna Natti and Alan Willsky. 

The renaming honors the enduring contributions of Susanna Natti and Alan Willsky, whose generosity of over $760,000 over the last 6 years has kept the company afloat through monumental challenges. The event brought together community members, artists, supporters, and civic leaders to celebrate a legacy of philanthropy, passion for the arts, and belief in the power of live performance. 

In 2022, Susanna and Alan established The Robert Natti Fund in honor of Suzi’s late father— beloved local educator and performer, Robert Natti. The fund was created as a catalyst for growth, providing critical support for long-term capital projects and artistic endeavors at Gloucester Stage. Through this fund, the organization has been able to enhance experiences for both artists and audiences, in keeping with Robert’s lifelong dedication to the performing arts. 

“Theatre and the arts could not thrive without visionaries,” said Producing Artistic Director Rebecca Bradshaw. “Susanna and Alan have been just that for Gloucester Stage.” 

The heartfelt ceremony included remarks from a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Mayor Greg Verga, Senator Bruce Tarr, distinguished actor/director and former Interim Artistic Director Paula Plum, longtime actor/collaborator and Board Member Dossy Peabody, Current Board President Geoffrey Richon, and Alan Willsky himself.

In conjunction with the dedication, Gloucester Stage launched its “Name A Seat” Campaign— a new fundraising initiative that allows supporters to donate $500 to name a seat in the newly named performance center. Donors can place a plaque on a theater seat in their own name or in honor of a loved one. Attendees at the event received first access to select their seats, prompting a spirited rush to the seating map, raising over $13,000 in a day.

At a time when arts organizations are facing growing challenges, the Gloucester community continues to affirm its belief in the necessity of live theatre—a space to laugh, to connect, and to share the human experience. 

For more information on the Name A Seat Campaign or how to contribute to The Robert Natti Fund, visit www.gloucesterstage.com or contact info@gloucesterstage.com.

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We noticed a new sign on the former Essex Wine Exchange on Main St in Essex announcing that Marshview Farm General Store would be moving in soon! Sounds promising!

We happened to notice the Schooner Liberty Star, of the Liberty Fleet of Tall Ships out of Boston being assisted into Gloucester yesterday. We followed the progress from entering the harbor to the Marine Railways on Rocky Neck. I assume she’s in for some rehab and spiffing up. Welcome to Gloucester! I am always thrilled to see schooners in our harbor.