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SUMMARY:Manship Artist Residency: David Hockney-A Bigger Picture
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a screening of the 2009 documentary David Hockney: A Bigger Picture\, followed by a Q&A with director Bruno Wollheim from Coluga Pictures. \nHockney Reproductions\, on view from September 11\, 2026 – October 18\, 2026 is a major exhibition exploring the artist’s six-decade career engagement with reproductive technologies through more than 70 posters\, rare fax works\, prints\, photographic composites\, digital drawings\, and video installations. \nThe Manship Artists Residency is an international\, interdisciplinary artist retreat located in the Lanesville neighborhood of Gloucester\, Massachusetts. It serves visual artists\, writers\, poets\, scholars\, performing artists\, composers\, and interdisciplinary creators. \nPlease register for this event. \nQuestions? Contact Rebecca Reynolds at rreynolds@manshipartists.org.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/manship-artist-residency-david-hockney-a-bigger-picture/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T153000
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: Mia Millefoglie\, Daughters of Stone and Tide
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an author talk with Maria (Mia) Millefoglie on her new book Daughters of Stone and Tide. \nA powerful family memoir about inheritance\, identity\, and the pull of the sea \nDaughters of Stone and Tide traces one Sicilian American family’s journey across generations\, oceans\, and inherited silence. Adopted as an infant by Sicilian immigrants\, Maria “Mia” grows up in Gloucester’s working-class fishing community\, where bloodlines define identity\, tradition shapes destiny\, and belonging must be earned. Defying expectations\, she leaves\, only to return decades later to uncover the stories of the family she inherited. Her search reaches back to nineteenth-century Sicily\, where her great-grandfather was abandoned on the “wheel of the castoffs.” From castoff to stowaway\, he carried the Millefoglie name across the Atlantic\, launching three generations into lives ruled by perilous seas\, sunken vessels\, and hard-won livelihoods. The women held fast on shore. Both intimate and historical\, Daughters of Stone and Tide is a meditation on identity\, abandonment\, and belonging: a fisherman’s daughter’s search to understand the forces that bind and break a family across generations and seas. \nMia will be joined in conversation by Melanie Brooks\, author of the books A Hard Silence: One daughter remaps family\, grief\, and faith when HIV/AIDS changes it all and Writing Hard Stories: Celebrated Memoirists Who Shaped Art from Trauma. To learn more\, visit: melaniebrooks.com. \nMARIA (MIA) MILLEFOGLIE is a creative writer who has focused on immigration and assimilation\, religious and cultural traditions\, women’s roles in the workplace\, healthcare\, and the New England fishing industry. Her work has appeared in The Stonecoast Review and Entropy\, and she is a contributing author of Our People\, Our Stories: The Gloucester 400+ Commemorative Book.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/author-talk-mia-millefoglie-daughters-of-stone-and-tide/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260910T141311Z
CREATED:20260910T141311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T141311Z
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SUMMARY:Guided “Tree Walk & Talk”  Through Downtown Gloucester
DESCRIPTION:Residents and visitors are invited to take a closer look at Gloucester’s urban forest during a free guided Tree Walk & Talk at 9 a.m. Saturday\, Sept. 19\, beginning at the Sawyer Free Library. \nLed by International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist and 400 Trees Tree Director\, Jack Montgomery\, the walk will explore tree planting locations throughout downtown Gloucester while offering practical lessons in tree care\, proper pruning\, and the important role trees play in creating healthy\, vibrant communities. \nA particular focus of the walk will be structural pruning\, a proactive approach to developing strong\, healthy trees with a form that is well suited to the challenges of an urban environment. Montgomery will demonstrate how thoughtful pruning can improve a tree’s health\, longevity and appearance while helping participants understand the unique demands placed on city trees. \nThe walk will also explore how Gloucester can care for and expand its growing urban forest while recognizing the many benefits trees provide to the community — from shade and beauty\, to healthier neighborhoods\, and a more vibrant downtown. \nMontgomery has over 20 years of experience in the arboriculture industry. As an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist and a Certified Tree Care Safety Professional\, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project. \nThe program is part of the ongoing Tree Talks lecture and educational series produced by 400 Trees\, a Gloucester-based nonprofit dedicated to engaging youth and planting trees\, in collaboration with the Sawyer Free Library. Tree Talks bring local and regional experts together to share knowledge about native trees\, plants and Gloucester’s unique ecosystem through educational programs and community events. 400 Trees works to cultivate a healthier\, greener\, and more connected Cape Ann for generations to come. \nRegistration is required at luma.com/6ry82iwq. \nFor more information\, visit http://www.400treesma.org. \nWhat: A guided “Tree Walk & Talk” led by International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist and 400 Trees Tree Director Jack Montgomery\nWhen: 9 a.m. Saturday\, Sept. 19\, 2026\nWhere: Starting at the Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\nAdmission: Free\nRegistration Required: luma.com/6ry82iwq
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/guided-tree-walk-talk-through-downtown-gloucester/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T173000
DTSTAMP:20260910T142042Z
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SUMMARY:SFL 2026 Art Auction Artwork Drop-Off
DESCRIPTION:Artists participating in the 2026 Sawyer Free Library Art Auction are invited to drop off their accepted artwork. \nWhere: Community Room\, Sawyer Free Library \nArtwork Drop-Off: Wednesday\, September 16 | 1:00–5:30 PM \nPlease make sure all artwork is ready to hang. \nCan’t make the scheduled drop-off time? To arrange an alternative day\, please contact Christine Armstrong at carmstrong2007@gmail.com or 646-644-5037. \nArtwork Pick-Up: Saturday\, September 19 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/sfl-2026-art-auction-artwork-drop-off/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T153000
DTSTAMP:20260806T193931Z
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SUMMARY:Gloucester's Acropolis: Defining the City Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of three days\, 9/11-9/13\, a variety of talks\, walks\, and other activities will explore the downtown neighborhood around Gloucester City Hall which has been the cultural\, educational\, and civic center of the city since the 1800s. Learn about the past and present of the major institutions of the area\, including the Library and Museum\, the former Dale Avenue school\, and the Depression-era Post Office. Sign up for one or more activities\, spread over three days – details at http://www.jonathanbayliss.org/acropolis.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/gloucesters-acropolis-defining-the-city-then-and-now/2026-09-13/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260806T193931Z
CREATED:20260806T193931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T193931Z
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SUMMARY:Gloucester's Acropolis: Defining the City Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of three days\, 9/11-9/13\, a variety of talks\, walks\, and other activities will explore the downtown neighborhood around Gloucester City Hall which has been the cultural\, educational\, and civic center of the city since the 1800s. Learn about the past and present of the major institutions of the area\, including the Library and Museum\, the former Dale Avenue school\, and the Depression-era Post Office. Sign up for one or more activities\, spread over three days – details at http://www.jonathanbayliss.org/acropolis.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/gloucesters-acropolis-defining-the-city-then-and-now/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260910T142019Z
CREATED:20260910T142019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T142019Z
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SUMMARY:Jonathan Bayliss Society's Acropolis Daily News\, 1848 to 2017: A Meander through Gloucester's Papers
DESCRIPTION:Bits of the Acropolis’s rich history will be brought to life by talented readers presenting newspaper excerpts about the fascinating development of the Acropolis’s main institutions – from 1848 through more recent times. Learn about the City Hall phoenix\, the construction of the Dale Avenue high school\, the origins of the Cape Ann Museum and Sawyer Free Library\, and the excitement accompanying the opening of the 20th-century Post Office. Readers include Jan Bell\, James Cook\, John Day\, Monica Lawton\, Peter Littlefield\, Theo MacGregor\, Martin Ray\, Gerard Roy\, Julie Travers\, Roz Smith\, and Judy Walcott. \nThis event is part of the Jonathan Bayliss Society’s annual conference titled Gloucester’s Acropolis: Defining the City Then and Now. More information can be found here: https://jonathanbayliss.org/acropolis
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/jonathan-bayliss-societys-acropolis-daily-news-1848-to-2017-a-meander-through-gloucesters-papers/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260910T141634Z
CREATED:20260910T141634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T141634Z
UID:10003220-1789138800-1789142400@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Color of Light Screening: Nell Blaine
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the remarkable life and art of Nell Blaine\, an artist whose journey transcends the boundaries of abstraction and figuration\, illuminating the vibrancy of the world around us. From the bustling streets of New York City to the serene banks of the Seine in Paris and the colorful landscapes of Mexico and Gloucester Harbor\, Blaine’s work is a testament to her relentless pursuit of beauty and her profound connection to the essence of light and color. \nQuestions? Contact Julie Travers at jtravers@sawyerfreelibrary.org
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/color-of-light-screening-nell-blaine/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T153000
DTSTAMP:20260806T193931Z
CREATED:20260806T193931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T193931Z
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SUMMARY:Gloucester's Acropolis: Defining the City Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of three days\, 9/11-9/13\, a variety of talks\, walks\, and other activities will explore the downtown neighborhood around Gloucester City Hall which has been the cultural\, educational\, and civic center of the city since the 1800s. Learn about the past and present of the major institutions of the area\, including the Library and Museum\, the former Dale Avenue school\, and the Depression-era Post Office. Sign up for one or more activities\, spread over three days – details at http://www.jonathanbayliss.org/acropolis.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/gloucesters-acropolis-defining-the-city-then-and-now/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260910T141553Z
CREATED:20260910T141553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T141553Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Art Auction: Call for Artists: Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Calling all artists! Don’t miss your chance to participate in the 2026 Sawyer Free Library Art Auction\, benefiting the Sawyer Free Library Building Restoration Campaign. \nArtists may submit up to two works for consideration. Artwork should be priced as it would be for any sale\, with a maximum framed size of 18″ x 22″ and ready to hang. \nRegistration Deadline: Friday\, September 11 \nRegister online: sawyerfreelibrary.org \nDirect registration: https://qrco.de/bgvXLi \nQuestions? Christine Armstrong at carmstrong2007@gmail.com or 646-644-5037
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/2026-art-auction-call-for-artists-registration-deadline/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T183000
DTSTAMP:20260910T141416Z
CREATED:20260910T141416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T141416Z
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SUMMARY:Tech on the Horizon: Behind the Big Top - Score Analysis & Live Tech in Circus Music w/ Peter Bufano
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Tech on the Horizon series\, join us in the community room for: \nBehind the Big Top: Score Analysis & Live Tech in Modern Circus Music w/ Peter Bufano. \nAs part of our Technology on The Horizon series\, step right up for a fast-paced\, 75-minute peek behind the curtain into the illusionary world of circus music with composer\, accordionist\, and Berklee film scoring associate professor Peter Bufano. \nDiscover how cutting-edge music tech keeps pace with high-flying physical performance. Tracing the evolution of circus soundscapes from the traditional acoustic brass of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey to the contemporary electronic scores of Cirque du Soleil and The 7 Fingers\, this multimedia presentation unpacks the unique modular structures required to score unpredictable live acts. Through score analysis\, video footage\, audio stems\, and live demonstrations using Ableton Live\, Bufano will break down how modern show drivers utilize Session View vs. Arrange View\, scene launching\, dummy clips\, and custom follow functions to ensure the soundtrack seamlessly tracks every move on stage in real time.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/tech-on-the-horizon-behind-the-big-top-score-analysis-live-tech-in-circus-music-w-peter-bufano/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T163000
DTSTAMP:20260826T142733Z
CREATED:20260826T142733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T142733Z
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SUMMARY:Community Program: Documentary Screening\, A Sense of Place
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of beloved author and illustrator Virginia Lee Burton—and in honor of the upcoming anniversary of her August 31st birthday—the Cape Ann Museum is pleased to partner with the Sawyer Free Library and 1623 Studios on a special screening of the award‑winning documentary Virginia Lee Burton: A Sense of Place\, produced by Christine Lundberg. \nThe screening will take place on August 28th at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Sawyer Free Library. Martha Oaks\, CAM’s Chief Curator\, will offer introductory remarks\, reflecting on Burton’s enduring legacy and her deep connections to Cape Ann’s artistic and cultural landscape. \nTo register\, please visit the Sawyer Free Library website.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/community-program-documentary-screening-a-sense-of-place/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260722T142809Z
CREATED:20260722T142809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T142809Z
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SUMMARY:Ten Pound Island: A Journey Through History\, Mystery and Art
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening as speaker and historian Richard Carlson brings to life the rich and storied past of Ten Pound Island\, one of Rocky Neck’s most iconic and intriguing landmarks. His engaging presentation promises a journey through centuries of history\, mystery\, and artistic inspiration. \nTen Pound Island has been a central figure in the area’s story since well before Samuel de Champlain charted the coast in 1606. Rich will explore the island’s many chapters—from its early days as a fish hatchery\, to its role as a Coast Guard airfield during Prohibition\, to its enduring legacy as home to the beloved Ten Pound Island Light. \nThis lively talk will also dive into the island’s more enigmatic moments. Expect tales of sea monster sightings\, the infamous Great Rat Flood\, and the ways in which artists have been captivated by the island’s beauty over the years. \nWhether you’re a history buff\, maritime folklore lover\, or simply curious about Gloucester’s hidden gems\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. \nFREE EVENT\, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED – 95 spaces\nhttps://sawyerfreelibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ten-pound-island-a-journey-through-history-mystery-art-2/
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/ten-pound-island-a-journey-through-history-mystery-and-art/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T183000
DTSTAMP:20260629T131450Z
CREATED:20260629T131450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T131450Z
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SUMMARY:Murder in Salem\, Massachusetts: The Death of Frances Cochran - A Talk with Author Robert Fitzgibbon
DESCRIPTION:Without reservation\, she opened the door. Without hesitation\, she hopped into the car\, adjusting the skirt of her summer-weight navy blue suit to keep it unwrinkled as she sat down. \nAnd just like that\, 19-year-old Frances Cochran jumped into the void. \nOn July 17\, 1941\, in Lynn\, Massachusetts\, attractive nineteen-year-old Frances Cochran stepped off a commuter bus and into a mysterious black automobile. Her murder made national headlines on the eve of World War II. As local historian and author of Murder in Rockport reveals\, it is also a story shrouded in the “”Salem Factor\,” the odd and inexplicable coincidences that occur in an area notorious for witchcraft and hauntings. \nJoin us for a talk with the author to hear more about this mystery!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/murder-in-salem-massachusetts-the-death-of-frances-cochran-a-talk-with-author-robert-fitzgibbon/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T131236Z
CREATED:20260629T131236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T131236Z
UID:10001616-1784370600-1784376000@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:A TALE OF TWO SAILORS: Captain Richard Wainwright\, Coal Passer Gil Veno and the USS Gloucester
DESCRIPTION:In July\, 1898 the USS GLOUCESTER was the most famous vessel in the world. Its commander\, Richard Wainwright\, who never said much\, acted to avenge the MAINE\, his old ship\, with innovation and daring. He turned a blind eye to limiting orders and led the American charge at sea with all guns blazing at the Battle of Santiago Bay\, destroying two larger ships and capturing the Admiral of the Caribbean fleet on July 3\, 1898. The City of Gloucester gave him a silver loving cup and a fish dinner at Long Beach. \nOn the other hand\, the only Gloucester man aboard the Gloucester\, Gil Veno\, ran away from newspaper reporters and said nothing. Why? Now hear this… \nA Talk by Wayne Soini\, author of the upcoming GLOUCESTER AND THE WAR OF 1898 (Arcadia Press).
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/a-tale-of-two-sailors-captain-richard-wainwright-coal-passer-gil-veno-and-the-uss-gloucester/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Summer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T180000
DTSTAMP:20260629T131127Z
CREATED:20260629T131127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T131127Z
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SUMMARY:Gloucester History Exchange: Gloucester Memorabilia
DESCRIPTION:Join our local history discussion group in the Local History Center led by local history librarian\, Julie Travers. Each month we’ll have a short presentation and then open it up for discussion. \nThis month’s meeting will showcase Arley Pett’s collection of Gloucester memorabilia.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/gloucester-history-exchange-gloucester-memorabilia/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T160250Z
CREATED:20260616T160250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T160250Z
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SUMMARY:Color of Light Screening: Joseph Solman
DESCRIPTION:Living and working in New York City in the early part of the 20th century\, Solman was at the center of the New York City art scene. He experienced first hand the dynamics at play that created the later work of Adolph Gottlieb and Mark Rothko\, two of the three artists featured in the Cape Ann Museum exhibit this summer. Atwood will screen her Color of Light video on Solman\, who summered on Cape Ann starting in the early 1950’s\, and discuss his relationship with Milton Avery\, Adolph Gottlieb\, and Mark Rothko. Registration required. Questions? Email jtravers@sawyerfreelibrary.org
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/color-of-light-screening-joseph-solman/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T131419Z
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SUMMARY:A TALE OF TWO SAILORS: Captain Richard Wainwright\, Coal Passer Gil Veno and the USS Gloucester
DESCRIPTION:In July\, 1898 the USS GLOUCESTER was the most famous vessel in the world. Its commander\, Richard Wainwright\, who never said much\, acted to avenge the MAINE\, his old ship\, with innovation and daring. He turned a blind eye to limiting orders and led the American charge at sea with all guns blazing at the Battle of Santiago Bay\, destroying two larger ships and capturing the Admiral of the Caribbean fleet on July 3\, 1898. The City of Gloucester gave him a silver loving cup and a fish dinner at Long Beach. \nOn the other hand\, the only Gloucester man aboard the Gloucester\, Gil Veno\, ran away from newspaper reporters and said nothing. Why? Now hear this… \nA Talk by Wayne Soini\, author of the upcoming GLOUCESTER AND THE WAR OF 1898 (Arcadia Press).
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/a-tale-of-two-sailors-captain-richard-wainwright-coal-passer-gil-veno-and-the-uss-gloucester-2/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T183000
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SUMMARY:Geology is Destiny: How the Natural Landscape of Cape Ann Has Shaped Its Human History
DESCRIPTION:This talk will explore the geologic origins of our landscape\, from the collision of tectonic plates to the impact of a massive continental glacier. We’ll learn how these forces created the landforms and ecology of Cape Ann\, and influenced our industry\, art and culture. Registration required. Questions? Erin Anastasia Murphy erin@biomimicryne.org
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/geology-is-destiny-how-the-natural-landscape-of-cape-ann-has-shaped-its-human-history/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T120000
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SUMMARY:Poiesis Quartet: String Quartet Performance and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Rockport Music brings the Poiesis Quartet\, First Prize winners of the 2025 Banff International String Quartet Competition\, to the Sawyer Free Library for a performance and conversation about the music of our time. Derived from ancient Greek (ποιεῖν)\, the word Poiesis means “to make”; specifically\, to create something that has never existed before. With a focus on expanding the string quartet repertoire with vibrant new works by emerging composers\, the Poiesis Quartet infuses each performance with unique moments of synchronicity and verve. Questions? Contact Meg O’Neill at 978-325-5562 or moneill@sawyerfreelibrary.org
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/poiesis-quartet-string-quartet-performance-and-conversation/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTSTAMP:20260616T155758Z
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SUMMARY:The Land of the Living with Tim Crellin
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an author talk with Tim Crellin\, who will be discussing his book\, The Land of the Living. The Land of the Living is a historical novel that explores the themes of immigration and assimilation\, war and its impact on families\, the role of race and class in forging identity\, and what it means to find home. Registration required. Questions? Email Leah at lsvennson@sawyerfreelibrary.org
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/the-land-of-the-living-with-tim-crellin/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T183000
DTSTAMP:20260608T171931Z
CREATED:20260608T171931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T171931Z
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SUMMARY:Etched by Light Solo Exhibition by Bruce Fieldman at the Sawyer Free Library
DESCRIPTION:Matz Gallery June Exhibition of Ethereal Photogravures & Photography by Bruce Fieldman at the Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave\, Gloucester\, from June 1 to June 29. Reception Thursday\, 6/11\, 5:00 to 6:30.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/etched-by-light-solo-exhibition-by-bruce-fieldman-at-the-sawyer-free-library/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T134224Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Historical Commission Preservation Awards
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the 17th Annual Preservation Awards ceremony where 11 recipients will be recognized for their extraordinary contributions to the preservation and protection of Gloucester’s history and historical assets.\nFree and open to the public\nREGISTRATION REQUIRED\nRegister at this link: https://tinyurl.com/2026PresAwards
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/2026-historical-commission-preservation-awards/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135219Z
CREATED:20260414T135219Z
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SUMMARY:A Trans History of the Weimar Republic
DESCRIPTION:During the Weimar Republic (1919 to 1933)\, Berlin was considered the queerest city in the entire world\, as well as a trailblazer of transgender healthcare and culture. Join Milo Todd (The Lilac People) as he discusses the era’s vibrant trans community and its endless series of documented firsts\, including terminology\, surgeries\, rights\, memoirs\, and music. \nMilo Todd is a Lambda Literary Fellow\, a Massachusetts Cultural Council grantee\, and co-EIC for the award-winning LGBTQ+ literary journal\, Foglifter Journal. He also runs The Queer Writer newsletter. His debut novel\, The Lilac People\, is a national bestseller\, an ALA Stonewall Honor Book\, a Goodreads Choice Award Finalist\, a New England Book Award Finalist\, a Libro.fm Bookseller Choice Award Winner\, an Amazon Best Book of 2025\, and more. \nDon’t miss the chance to take home a signed copy! Books will be available for purchase at the event\, with a dedicated signing session after the talk. \nRegistration Required \nQuestions? Email Lisa at lryan@sawyerfreelibrary.org
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/a-trans-history-of-the-weimar-republic/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free
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