Unlocking Your Musical Journey: A Songwriting Workshop with Briana Cash on July 15th

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Free workshop for adults and teens at Sawyer Free Library

Unlock the secrets of songwriting with award-winning singer/songwriter Briana Cash in this engaging workshop tailored for adults and teens of all skill levels. Join the Sawyer Free Library on Thursday, July 15 from 5:00 to 6:30 pm at 21 Main Street for an inspiring session where Briana will share her expertise and guide participants on a journey to discover their unique voice as songwriters. No registration required.

Workshop Overview:

Crafting Your Musical Vision: Discover the essence of songwriting and learn how to approach the creative process with confidence and inspiration.

Exploring Your Artistic Identity: Dive deep into what songwriting means to you and uncover your personal songwriting goals with expert guidance from Briana.

Interactive Learning: Engage in lively discussions and a dynamic Q&A session, where Briana will share her insights and answer your burning questions about songwriting and the music industry.

Live Song Sharing: If you’re working on a song, seize the opportunity to share it with the group live. However, participation is optional, and all attendees are welcome, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced songwriter.

Briana Cash is not only an award-winning singer/songwriter but also a respected freelance music supervisor and a distinguished member of the Recording Academy and The Guild of Music Supervisors. Her exceptional talent has led to her songs being covered by various artists and featured in TV shows, films, and advertisements.

No registration required for this program. If you have questions please call 978-325-5500 or contact anakoneczny@sawyerfreelibrary.org.

Summer is a busy summer for tweens and teens at the Sawyer Free Library. Middle and high schoolers are encouraged to check out the Library’s full summer schedule of weekly programs, including Reverse Glass Painting with Pop-Up Art School on July 16. There will be two Dungeons and Dragons meet-ups on July 23 and August 7, an Ice Cream Float Party on July 25, Henna Temporary Tattoos for Teens and Tweens on Thursday, August 1, and a Teen Board Game Night on August 7.

Students entering grades 6-12 can also track their “Summer Reading and eco-friendly actions” on the Library’s Summer Reading Bingo Board for Teens and Tweens, which is available on the Library’s website. They can also earn raffle tickets for every book they read to qualify for cool prizes, including an Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera.

For more information on all this and more visit sawyerfreelibrary.org or stop by 21 Main Street in Downtown Gloucester!

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There’s a Downtown Gloucester Block Party Saturday Night And We Will Be Participating At 44 Main St!

I’ll be manning the shop at 44 main Street With a Ton Of Huge Sales.

Date and Time

Saturday Jul 13, 2024
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT

Saturday, July 13, 2024
5 PM Streets closed off to traffic & parking
6 PM Music Stages Open (x3)
6:15 PM Tobin Renwick of the Red Trouser Show
7:10 PM Cape Ann Dancers at Hancock & Main
8:00 PM Tobin Renwick of the Red Trouser Show

MUSIC PERFORMANCES BY STAGE:

The West End: Sponsored by Institution for Savings
6 PM: Carlos Barbieri with Mediterranean Sounds
8 PM: Tony Frontiero

Cape Ann Savings Bank Stage: Sponsored by Cape Ann Savings
6 PM: Jim & Tonic (Jazz Band)
8 PM: Bill Gleason

The East End: Sponsored by Bank Gloucester
6 PM: The Gloucester Student Band
8 PM: The Dogtown Cats

Location

Main Street (Closed from Pleasant St to Short St)
Gloucester, MA

134-138 Main Street Gloucester MA 01930

Fees/Admission

FREE for the Public to attend
*Registration required for participating Businesses and Non-Profits
NON-PROFIT PARTICIPATION FORM 
BUSINESS PARTICIPATION FORM
SPONSORSHIP FORM

Website

http://www.capeannchamber.com

They will be green again: Old Nugent Farm Monster Exterior Reno Project! 20M+ and scores of condos remodeled all at once #GloucesterMA

Out with the old exterior and in with the new! The Old Nugent Farm condominiums are getting some love in the summer of 2024. There are 70+ (72?) condos and SPS was contracted to take care of each one. The exterior components to be demoed and replaced are all the biggies: Roofs (some with skylights). Siding. Windows. Deck. Chimney repointing. The completion date is expected before the summer of 2025.

A unique construction staging area was tucked away to manage the scale of this project. Besides deliveries and garages, a mini mockup condo model was constructed to test the materials in the field, and problem solve optimum execution and training (such as the flashing performance).

The original great design of the Old Nugent Farm condos, which deferred to nature, will remain. They will be green again. Do you remember before there were condos?

PHOTO SERIES: JULY 1, 2 & 8 2024

March 2024. BEFORE.

Utility work on Thatcher. View back to Old Nugent Farm condos on the right and Good Harbor Beach parking lot sign on the left.

prior years

Yellow bird (? Large parakeet?) in my backyard in East Gloucester.  Corner of Chapel St and Davis Ext.  He’s been sitting in a tree for a while now. 

 

Hope his person sees this before he flies away. 

 

Thank you!

Deb Upton

This Week at The Cut!

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Another week full of great shows at The Cut – including two opportunities to enjoy some TOP quality reggae, a FREE DJ Dance Party, and some intimate musical evenings, perfect for date night! 

ThursdayIn Bloom Listening Series featuring Pete Lindberg, Alexandra Grace and High Tea – an intimate evening in the venue with up-and-coming artists that we know you’ll love. There are still tickets available for this show. Doors at 7pm. Show at 8pm. This is an all ages seated show (under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian),
AND
Reggae Night with Matt Jenson in “The Corner” at the front of the restaurant. Music from 8pm – 10:30pm. No cover. 
Friday: Heatwave – Summer Dance Party with DJ Souz. 8:30pm – 11:30pm in the venue. This is a FREE event! Come put the biggest dance floor in town to good use!
SaturdayBerklee Bob Marley Ensemble. Doors at 7:30pm. Show at 8:30pm. There are still some tickets available for this show. Come enjoy some of the most talented young musicians playing top rankin’ Bob Marley tunes. 
Sunday: Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman with Jame Shipp. Doors at 7pm. Show at 7:30pm. This is an 18+ show. An evening of traditional folk/bluegrass music that is not to be missed. 

IN BLOOM TICKETS

BERKLEE BOB MARLEY ENSEMBLE TICKETS

NORA BROWN TICKETS

WE HAVE NEW SUMMER HOURS: WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY | 4PM – 12AM

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Margarita Monday At Lobsta Land

Lobsta Land on Causeway St was open for a rare Monday so we jumped on the opportunity to celebrate Margarita Monday there last week. The blackberry margarita was mixed to perfection and was deliciously refreshing. We had a late lunch which included the Fisherman’s platter (holy cow) and a turkey club (“real” turkey!). It was a lovely afternoon celebrating Margarita Monday!

Tech Tuesday at SFL: Scam Awareness

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Join the Sawyer Free Library on Tuesday, July 9 at 2pm to learn about SCAM AWARENESS.

For this Tech Tuesday at Sawyer Free learn how to spot common scams, whether they’re through email, text or phone. Learn what to do and what NOT to do if you are scammed! 

SFL’s Tech Tuesday Monthly Workshops take place at 21 Main Street. Registration required at sawyerfreelibrary.org. For more information or if you have questions call 978-325-5500.