We are now accepting tree requests for 2023 as we aim for 1000 Elm trees planted in 10 years—only 825 to go! So far this year our trees are free, thanks to many generous donors who are paying it forward so Cape Ann folk can plant beautiful elms!
And our dedicated volunteers will plant the tree(s) for you on the Cape Ann site you select. So what are you waiting for? Sign up for a gorgeous elm in your yard and help us by picking a site that is street facing so that we can help recreate the cathedral like “elm effect” all over Cape Ann like so many years ago and fight climate change at the same time!
Donations to help fund our efforts are deeply appreciated. Though we are not yet a 501c3 organization and therefore donations are not yet tax deductible, they will help us do what we do best—buy and plant elm trees all over Cape Ann. Thank you.
This year we, in honor of Gloucester’s 400th Anniversary, we are partnering with Biomimicy of New England to support 400 Trees Gloucester—an effort two plant that many trees in Gloucester over the next two years. All trees requested in Gloucester this year and next as a part of Cape Ann Elms will count towards this special tree initiative. Help us!
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Deborah Read Named Goetemann Artist-in-Residence at Rocky Neck, October 2025
Gloucester, MA — This October, Gloucester-based artist Deborah Read joins the Goetemann Artist Residency at Rocky Neck Art Colony with a deceptively simple but urgent inquiry: Does art have to be an object?
For Read, the answer has long been “not necessarily.” Her interdisciplinary practice—spanning installation, performance, writing, and collaborative projects—frames art as an act of generosity. As co-founder of Gallery RAG in Gloucester and the international foundation Art+Everywhere, she has created platforms that dissolve boundaries between artist and audience, centering collaboration, care, and mutual support.
Read’s projects invite participation and dialogue: immersive performances with Coco Haze that turn galleries into collective canvases, hybrid works with poet Joel Iwaskiewicz where language becomes performance, and community-based installations like Tejido Vivo, which weave craft traditions into living art. In each case, connection outweighs the object itself.
Her foundation Art+Everywhere embodies this vision, described by Read as “a global, artist-led ecosystem built on mutual generosity.” Its mission: expand access to funding, programming, and creative opportunities while removing barriers of gatekeeping institutions. “The challenge is not scarcity, but activation,” Read explains. “Compassion already exists—in hundreds of hands and eyes—ready to help.”
At Rocky Neck, her residency continues this ethos—not as a retreat into isolation, but as a public process of listening, generating, and sharing. “The question is never just ‘what did I make,’ but ‘what did we generate together?’ Generosity is generative—it can enrich lives, spaces, and even economies.”
Public Programs:
Artist Talk — October 5 from 4-5PM at Rocky Neck Cultural Center
Open Studios — October 27 and 29, from 12-2PM at Gallery RAG
Culminating Talk — October 30 at 6PM at Gallery RAG
For Rocky Neck—a community shaped by both maritime labor and artistic innovation—Read’s residency is both a philosophical question and a practical experiment: What if art is not possession, but presence? Not scarcity, but abundance?
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**Commercial fishermen who complete this training will become certified in Adult First Aid/CPR/AED, and receive a FREE First Aid Kit customized for fishing vessels.
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We were visitng Rockport last weekend with family visitors and I noticed that Rockport has gone “all in” on fall! Despite the warm weather, the fall accents are appreciated.
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(We’re not medical professionals, and this content is not a substitute for medical advice.)
Picture this: you’re driving to your boyfriend’s house on the Fourth of July weekend when the phone rings. It’s your doctor — and you already know what’s coming. “You have breast cancer.” You’ve been diligent about mammograms since your early 30s — years before the recommended age of 40 — only to discover you have two types of breast cancer.
That’s the reality our guests faced. In Episode 127, B-Side sits down with our own Alicia Cox and Mix 104.1’s Kennedy Elsey as they open up about their diagnoses, their recoveries, and the journeys in between.
A special thank-you to Quincy’s own Annie Dow for recording our opener, sharing the facts, and giving important trigger warnings.
Kennedy and Alicia talk about the moment they found out, the decision to go public, the ups and downs of treatment, and how they’re doing now.
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of anatomy, mental health, suicidal thoughts, and body-related topics. Please listen through to the end — we’re sharing a full list of resources for anyone who needs them. You are not alone. Your light is needed.
🎗 Massachusetts Resources Screening & Patient Navigation Massachusetts Breast & Cervical Cancer Program (MBCCP): Free screenings (mammograms, Pap tests) + navigation, transportation, childcare, and interpretation support for eligible women 40–64.
Ellie Fund: Free grocery gift cards, meals, childcare reimbursement, transportation, housekeeping, and integrative therapies for patients in treatment.
CHAT Program – Brigham & Women’s Hospital: Up to $1,200 annually for medication, wigs, prostheses, sleeves, transportation, childcare, and counseling.
Pawsitively4Pink: Financial assistance and personalized support for underserved women diagnosed with breast cancer.
BIDMC Breast Cancer Support: Support groups, online community, specialty shop, and caregiver resources at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Mental Health & Crisis Samaritans 24/7 Helpline: Call or text 988
Hey Sam (ages up to 24): Text 439-726 (9 AM – 12 AM ET)
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line: Call (833) 773-2445
🎗 New Hampshire Resources Screening & Patient Navigation NH Breast & Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP): Free breast and cervical screenings statewide.
My Breast Cancer Support: Financial and emotional support for patients and families in Seacoast NH & southern Maine.
Pink Revolution NH: Coalition providing financial support and easing treatment burdens.
American Cancer Society – NH: Transportation, advocacy, and local programs like Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.
SNH Health Cancer Support Group: Twice-monthly meetings in Nashua for patients and families.
Mental Health & Crisis NH Rapid Response / Behavioral Health Crisis: Call or text (833) 710-6477 or visit NH988.com
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (National): Call or text 988
Mobile Crisis Teams: Access through the NH Rapid Response line
🌐 Additional Regional Resources (MA + NH) Susan G. Komen New England: Funding research + real-time support services.
American Cancer Society: Comprehensive programs, events, and local resources across both states.
On View at CAM Green: October 11, 2025 through February 1, 2026
Samuel Lewis Pullman (1900-1961), Quarryman Joe Boston, 1930, oil on canvas. Collection of the Cape Ann Museum, Gloucester, MA. Gift of Abner and Miriam (Pullman) Diamond, 1994 [1994.036.001].
GLOUCESTER, MA. (September 2025)– Along with commercial fishing, Cape Ann is known for its century-long granite quarrying industry. Supplying stones for roads, buildings, and construction all over New England and the world, the granite industry was a prominent employer within the region. This new exhibition, Hammers on Stone – The Granite Industry & Cape Ann, explores its history, artistry, and economic impact. On view at CAM Green, the exhibition is open and free to the public from October 11, 2025 to February 1, 2026.
“We are excited to offer items from our collection that tell the story of Cape Ann’s granite industry,” said Cape Ann Museum Director Oliver Barker. “Rockport and Gloucester had the good fortune of having vast quarries embedded in their landscapes which became storied parts of their histories, economies, and many aspects of life on Cape Ann.”
Drawing on the Cape Ann Museum’s extensive holdings of objects and archival materials related to the industry, most of which were gifted to the Museum by historian Barabara Erkkila (1918-2013), Hammers on Stone will examine methods of harvesting, cutting, and finishing stone, as well as how granite was transported from quarry to wharf and further afield. The exhibit will delve into the lives of those involved in quarrying and consider how the industry helped shape Cape Ann’s artistic landscape, inspiring generations of artists to the present day.
For over a century, the granite industry played a vital role in Cape Ann’s economy, providing jobs for workers from across New England and around the world, generating profits for those fortunate enough to share in ownership of the region’s many quarries, and contributing to the unique and authentic sense of place that characterizes Cape Ann today. On a broader scale, the industry contributed significantly to building and transportation projects across our nation during a sustained period of growth and expansion.
Along with examples of tools used in the industry, artwork in a variety of mediums will be shown including recently gifted paintings by Alfred J. Wiggin and Gabrielle de Veaux Clements, as well as other collections pieces including sculptures by Walker Hancock and George Demetrios, and a block print by Eino Natti a member of the Folly Cove Designers. A contemporary photograph taken by photographer Steve Rosenthal and inspired by the quarries will also be on display.
Eino Natti (1909-1975), Polyphemus (detail), 1950, ink on linen, linoleum block print. Collection of the Cape Ann Museum, Gloucester, MA. Gift of Anne S. Howells, 1990 [2677].
Several programs that highlight the region’s granite history and communities will accompany the exhibition. Festivities begin with an opening Member reception on Saturday, October 11, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., followed by a slate of walking tours, demonstrations, and talks throughout the fall and winter.
On Saturdays, October 25 and November 1, visitors are invited to join a docent-led Granite Pier and Quarries Walking Tour in Rockport. Beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Granite Pier, the 90-minute tour covers approximately 1.5 miles and offers an on-the-ground look at Cape Ann’s storied granite industry. Stops include the Granite Pier, Keystone Bridge, Flat Ledge Quarry, Rockport Granite Company Square, and Little Parker’s Pit. Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate attire are recommended. Tickets are $15 for CAM members and $25 for non-members, with registration required; parking fees and bottled water are included.
The Museum will also host a series of CAM Talks and demonstrations, most taking place at the Janet & William Ellery James Center at the CAM Green. On October 25, the afternoon features a granite block shaping demonstration by local stonecutter Scott Natti at 1:30 p.m., followed by a lecture by Suzi Natti, How the Granite Industry Changed the Face(s) of Cape Ann, at 3:00 p.m. Together, these programs explore both the technical artistry of granite cutting and the social history of the industry’s largely immigrant workforce.
Additional talks include Les Bartlett’s presentation, Don’t Take it for “Granite:” The Intriguing Story of Butter, Stone and the Economics of Cape Ann’s Granite Industry, on November 8 at 3:00 p.m., which uncovers surprising connections between everyday goods and the granite trade. The series concludes on January 10, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., with 100 Years in 20 Minutes: The Story of Granite Quarrying on Cape Ann, presented by Monica Lawton. Illustrated with photographs and first-hand accounts, this program offers a sweeping overview of the people, places, and events that defined the industry over a century.
CAM Talks are free for members and $10 for non-members, with advance registration required. More information and registration details can be found at www.capeannmuseum.org.
Please join us on Thursday, October 9, at the newly renovated Sawyer Free Library for our annual Byrnes Lecture exploring how cutting-edge genomics is transforming our understanding of ocean life and human health.
The ocean is a source of endless mystery, sustaining life on Earth and inspiring generations of discovery. Within its depths, remarkable creatures hold clues not only to the resilience of marine ecosystems but also to the health and longevity of humans. Yet, as pressures from climate change, overfishing, and pollution intensify, understanding how ocean life survives and adapts has never been more critical.
GMGI researchers are harnessing cutting-edge genomic technologies to illuminate the hidden blueprints of marine life, driving forward new strategies for conservation, and building essential connections between ocean science and human well-being.
Doors for this event open at 5:00pm, with the lecture beginning promptly at 5:30pm.
This is GMGI’s Annual Byrnes Lecture, honoring longtime GMGI and community supporter John Byrnes. As a resident of Cape Ann for over 20 years, he was an integral part of the community, providing advice and generous philanthropic support to GMGI and many other organizations.
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October is here and it’s the perfect time to take advantage of this fall promo with CleanPro. Give your area rugs a thorough cleaning with this “buy one, get on 50% off” promo. You can call (978) 281-3939 or visit http://www.cpcleanpro.com and schedule your area rug pick up! Have CleanPro deliver your rugs back to you in perfect fall condition to start the new season off right.
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Pat D’s Photos will be offering any 4×6 refrigerator magnet in exchange for a donation of any size to support young Patrick and his family. All proceeds will be given directly to the family to support them during Patrick’s medical battle. Patrick is a 9 year old boy living in Hamilton (you may know his aunt Kate C) battling an aggressive brain condition. Pat D’s magnets will be offered for donation throughout October at 44 Main St or at the Gloucester Elks Fall Craft Fair Sun Oct 5 from 10-3; Magtoberfest in Magnolia Sun Oct 12 from 11-5; or Essex Clamfest from 11-4. Here are some sample magnets and new ones arriving soon! Stop by or reach out if interested.
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Yesterday, Gloucester’s middle school band lit up the O’Maley stage with a joyful, high-energy performance that showed just how transformative music education can be.
Thanks to a recent $10,000 grant from Music Drives Us, the elementary and middle school band programs continue to grow and thrive, serving over 200 4-8th graders at no cost to families.
But with $60,000 still to raise this school year,GEF and GPS need the community’s support to ensure that the opportunity to learn an instrument remains available to every Gloucester student in grades 4-8. Every donation helps!
Read the story in the Gloucester Daily Timeshere and here
