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 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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Jun 3rd, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Maureen Flatley emailed me to let me know of a new association that’s been established on Cape Ann for clam diggers and shell fishing families: The Cape Ann Shell Fishing Family Association. The organization has been created to provide an active support network for clam diggers and shell fishing families; identify and make available benefits [...]
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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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May 16th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
This week, Stacey Lai undertakes another monsterous consignment event, but this time, it’s for the ladies. Lai, who has created a local institution with the well-known Children’s Drop and Shop events, has created this new event catering to the ever-so-chic women of the North Shore. This event, which was recently covered by The Boston Globe, [...]
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May 14th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Shamefully, I must admit I had never even been on the grounds of the Essex Shipbuilding Museum until today. What an incredible place. If you’ve never been, please do check it out. It is so rich with maritime history and you can actually watch a boat being built. It’s a great place to rent out [...]
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May 14th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
WHERE offers many great deals on Cape Ann, however, few have excited me as much as this one – a private, 3 hour sailing adventure for 6 people aboard the 49′ sailing vessel, Defiance. Here’s what the WHERE website has to say about the deal: “With today’s WHERE NearBuy, so “hoist the main”, take the [...]
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May 12th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
We just got the inside scoop on Latin Nights Events taking place every Thursday in May at the Lobster Trap in Essex, located behind Woodman’s restaurant. With a live music set by Franco Lazo Morales, Woodman’s Director of Entertainment, followed by a beginners Salsa Lesson and a live DJ set of Latin inspired music. Taking [...]
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May 12th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Whether you are an inexperienced performer or a seasoned professional, Henry Allen would love to see you at his upcoming Open Auditions at The Cape Ann at One Washington Street in Gloucester. Henry approached everything in a fun, passion-filled way, and my gut tells me his first season running “The Annie” is going to be [...]
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Apr 19th, 2011 by chris posted in Uncategorized
Today, WHERE.com is offering a 4 Hour Whale Watch from 7 Seas Whale Watch in Gloucester of only $25. That’s 44% off!… “Make your mammoth mammal excursion a modern affair with today’s WHERE NearBuy: pay $25 for a Four-Hour Morning Whale Watch with 7 Seas Whale Watch in Gloucester, a $45 value. This deal is [...]
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