We need your submissions for our literary event for Motif No. 1 Day! Submit your brief essay or poem to rockportfestivals@gmail.com. In the meantime, check out the festival Schedule of Events HERE.
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Toad Hall Bookstore is celebrating their 40th birthday this year with several special events, one of which took place on Earth Day, April 22nd. As many of you know, Toad Hall’s profits go toward supporting environmental causes, so in keeping R…
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Apr 27th, 2012 by The Roving Home posted in Antique, Art, Decorating, Good Morning Gloucester, Old, Sarah Kelly, The Roving Home, Tusinski Gallery, decor, goods, interiors, karen tusinski, recycled
Last Saturday was a good time at the Tusinski Gallery for the opening of The Roving Home’s (re)Cycled show – just in time for Earth Day. I even spotted a GMG contributor, Father Matthew Green! To check out the show … Continue reading …
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Aug 4th, 2011 by koco posted in Ipswich, summer
The Crane Beach Sandblast is an annual family event where participation is encouraged but not required! Build a sand sculpture or just come to view the fabulous creations sculpted from the…
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Jun 15th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
About a year ago, Chris Shea at The Landing at 7 Central in Manchester, kicked off an idea that has come to be known as Landing Idol. Play good music on Friday nights and have a couple of microphones around just in case anyone feels inclined to sing along to the song. Little did he [...]
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Jun 15th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Join the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce tonight in Rockport for their monthly “Business After Hours” event. The event takes place from 5 to 7pm at the Sandy Bay Yacht Club at 5-T Wharf in Rockport. It’s $10 for Members and $20 for non-members. Of course, the timing is perfect and allows ample time to [...]
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Jun 7th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
The Thursday night Summer concert series at Castle Hill on The Crane Estate is one of my favorite weekly summer traditions, and this year’s lineup has just been announced. If you’ve never attended this summer rite of passage, make this a priority for your friends and family this year. Nothing beats sitting on the great [...]
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Jun 7th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Protect Mass Children, a Federally recognized non-profit organization committed to protecting the children of Massachusetts from criminals who abuse children, will be at Nicholas’ Seafood & Grill tomorrow night from 5 to 8pm. A percentage of the evening’s proceeds will be donated by Nicholas’ to Protect Mass Children. Join special guest, former senator Richard Tisei, [...]
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Jun 6th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Jun 4th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Are finally upon us on Cape Ann. The sights, the sounds, and my favorite thing – the way the sunlight brings everything to life during the summer months. It may not be a hot beach day, but it’s a great day to explore. Last night, on Rocky Neck, the sun was particularly beautiful. This was [...]
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Jun 3rd, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Congratulations to my friend David Singleton for being honored by the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce as Manchester’s Small Businessperson of The Year. Those of you know Dave, know that in addition to being a strong businessperson, he is a loyal friend and one of the funniest guys you could ever want to know. Congratulations [...]
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May 17th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
After a season of hard-fought, but friendly campaigning, the May elections in Manchester are coming to as close as polls close at 8pm. Candidates for School Committee and Board of Selectmen and their families, friends and supporters braved a day that closely resembled March with temperatures in the mid-40′s and rain falling for much of [...]
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May 17th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
essen, the Manchester purveyor of delicious sandwiches, prepared foods and meticulously crafted coffee beverages, will host a Spring Open House and Tasting Event this Thursday, May 19th from 5:30pm to 8pm. If you are one of the locals who have been reluctant to try a new spot (essen is now 2 years old), or if [...]
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May 16th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
The monthly Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours will take place this Wednesday, May 18th at 5pm at the Emerson Inn By The Sea in Rockport. The Cape Ann Chamber will be welcoming the North Shore Chamber of Commerce who will be serving as co-host for the evening. Cost for the event will [...]
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May 16th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
As Americans, we all have one thing in common: we are a nation of people making a choice TOGETHER. That’s why we’re here. Our great country may not always be the best it can be, but it’s the best idea anyone ever had. The only way it will ever be the best it can be [...]
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