CAPE ANN PROFILES: CAPE ANN MAKERS Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco, Beth Williams

June 01, 2022 / Art and Music, Good to Know, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & See

Every year, visitors come to Cape Ann to admire “its dramatic landscapes, its pristine beaches and, according to local artists, a quality of light to rival Venice.” Every spring and fall, and a special mini-tour in August, the Cape Ann Artisans open their studios for visitors to go on a self-guided tour and see local artisans working in their natural environment. Meet two of the Gloucester-based artisans offering some insight into how they have carved a distinct way of life from the Cape’s granite shores.”

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In the News: How To Spend A Perfect Weekend In Gorgeous Gloucester, Massachusetts

May 11, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & See

Excerpt from How To Spend a Perfect Weekend in Gorgeous Gloucester, Massachusetts | Written by Sandi Barrett | Published by Travel Awaits Miles of rocky coastline peppered with lush green spaces, sandy beaches, and gorgeous vistas make Gloucester, Massachusetts, a perfect weekend getaway destination. Cape Ann newbies will be enchanted by the kick-back coastal vibe,… Read more »

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The Sargent House Museum Among Six Institutions to Acquire Works by Emily Sargent

May 10, 2022 / Art and Music, Good to Know, Local Characters, Things to Do & See

Permission to post | Written and published by the Sargent House Museum |May 2022 Little-known sister of painter John Singer Sargent was a life-long watercolorist. The Sargent House Museum is pleased to announce the acquisition of 15 watercolor paintings by Emily Sargent, a late 19th-early 20th century American artist and sister of famed portrait painter… Read more »

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In the News: For a change of scenery minus the hassle, think Gloucester

April 09, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & See

Permission to post Boston Globe article | Written by Diane Bair and Pamela Wright  | Updated April 7, 2022, 12:00 pm Read the article in the Boston Globe HERE. First in a series of occasional stories looking at closer-to-home destinations with fresh eyes. It’s hard to get excited about a spring break staycation when you’ve done… Read more »

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7 Fan-Favorite Movies Filmed on Cape Ann

April 06, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & See

Blog written by Addison Choate | 7 Fan-Favorite Movies Filmed on Cape Ann | April 5, 2022 Have you experienced the rugged beauty of Cape Ann? Regardless of whether you’ve visited our stunning enclave in person, chances are you’ve seen our neck of the woods onscreen. Turns out, Cape Ann is the filming location of… Read more »

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In the News: Gloucester-based CODA Makes History With Three Oscar Wins…

March 30, 2022 / Art and Music, Good to Know, In The News, Things to Do & See

Excerpt from Gloucester-based CODA Makes History With Three Oscar Wins Including Best Picture | North Shore Magazine | Written by SARAH SHEMKUS | March 28, 2022 | Photo from the film CODA North Shore residents celebrated last night as CODA, the critically acclaimed movie set in Gloucester, won all three Academy Awards for which it was nominated, including… Read more »

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Celebrate love in Gloucester this February

February 02, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & See

Hello February! We welcome the second (and shortest) month of the year. The temperature is cold but the days are starting to get longer. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and kids and families look forward to a school break mid-month. Release those mid-winter blues by feeling the love in and around Gloucester with these cozy and creative things to do this month.

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