Navigating Art & Science | Rocky Neck Art Colony Exhibit
Navigating Art & Science Exhibition
North Shore Arts Association - Formation to Finale: A Journey Through Sketches and Masterpieces
North Shore Arts Association - Formation to Finale: A Journey Through Sketches and Masterpieces on display from Sept. 5 - Oct. 4, 2025
The Backyard Growcery
Visit Gloucester's farmers market, the Backyard Growcery, brought to life by Backyard Growers every Wednesday from 2:30-6:30pm at Burnham's Field.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The Anatomy of Crime Fiction
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Peter Swanson. Peter Swanson is the Sunday Times and New York Times best-selling author of 12 novels.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The Sonnet. Movements of the Mind and Heart.
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Brian Burt; the author of two books of poems: Past Continuous (2015) and Black Dog Day (2022).
Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight & Carry-in Carry-Out Picnics at Hammond Castle Museum
things to do, Tours, Spiritualism Tours
Oteil & Friends
Oteil & Friends featuring Melvin Seals, Steve Kimock, Jason Crosby, Johnny Kimock, Tom Guarna, & Lamar Williams, Jr.
Ladies Craft Night: Pumpkin Decoupage
Holiday Crafts, Pumpkin Painting, Halloween, Ladies Night
Tret Fure - Nora Meier opens
A prolific artist in the contemporary singer-songwriter arena, Tret Fure has released 18 albums and CDs over the course of her 51-year career.
Blues Traveler
Blues Traveler heads to The Cabot in Beverly on October 4!
Wake Up Spirit
First Sunday of every month 11:00am - 1:00pm at Floating Lotus Gloucester. Wake Up Spirit is a dance of heart and community. A safe place to connect.
Lunar Phases & Yoga Nidra Meditation Circle
lunar astrology, Yoga Nidra, moon phases, New Moon, Full Moon, intention setting, meditation, self-awareness, astrology workshop, spiritual growth
Hocus Pocus w/ live commentary
“Hocus Pocus” fans will go “amuck” for this unique screening event full of behind the scenes anecdotes!
Building a Better Business Plan
2025-2026 Start Up Tuesday Workshop Series
Live Music Tuesdays at Beauport Hotel
Experience live music in Gloucester, MA every Tuesday evening at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar—ocean views, $15 pizzas, and coastal charm at Beauport Hotel.
The Backyard Growcery
Visit Gloucester's farmers market, the Backyard Growcery, brought to life by Backyard Growers every Wednesday from 2:30-6:30pm at Burnham's Field.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The Anatomy of Crime Fiction
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Peter Swanson. Peter Swanson is the Sunday Times and New York Times best-selling author of 12 novels.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The Sonnet. Movements of the Mind and Heart.
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Brian Burt; the author of two books of poems: Past Continuous (2015) and Black Dog Day (2022).
Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight & Carry-in Carry-Out Picnics at Hammond Castle Museum
things to do, Tours, Spiritualism Tours
Bat Out of Helloween: Celebrating Meat Loaf and Rocky Horror
This stunning concert is the only authentic reimagining of the legendary Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman songbook!
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Ladies Craft Night: Pumpkin Painting (Decoupage)
Get festive this fall with a cozy, creative night of crafting! We’ll provide everything you need to design your own decoupage pumpkin — no experience necessary.
Rockport ArtWalk Second Saturdays 2025
ArtWalk events will be held on the second Saturday of every month from 5 PM - 8 PM, A wide range of artwork, including painting, printmaking, photography, pottery, and sculpture, will be on view, Meet the artists, sip, shop, and stroll around enjoying the seaside ambience
Steve Hackett - Genesis Greats, Lamb Highlights & Solo
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway, and Steve Hackett includes a selection of highlights from this iconic Genesis album.
Cape Ann Makers Market at Magtoberfest
Shop 24 local artisans at the Cape Ann Makers Market during Magtoberfest, Oct 12, Magnolia Library, Gloucester—live music, food trucks & beer garden!
King Tide Hike
Join us for a sunset hike to learn about king tides and Trustees efforts to improve coastal resilience.
Corn Husk Creations - Celebrate Indigenous People
Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day with stories and crafting at this family friendly event.
Walking Club
Join the Cape Ann YMCA's Walking Group exploring Cape Ann's history and nature
Live Music Tuesdays at Beauport Hotel
Experience live music in Gloucester, MA every Tuesday evening at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar—ocean views, $15 pizzas, and coastal charm at Beauport Hotel.
The Backyard Growcery
Visit Gloucester's farmers market, the Backyard Growcery, brought to life by Backyard Growers every Wednesday from 2:30-6:30pm at Burnham's Field.
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Clark High School Open House
Explore Clark High School at our Open House! Tour, meet faculty, and see how our innovative programs empower students in grades 9–12 to thrive.
Coastal Lecture: Oyster Restoration with Mass Oyster Project
Join this lecture to learn about oyster restoration in Plum Island Sound and beyond.
Crow Ball!
Common Crow 25th Anniversary benefitting North Shore Health Project at The Cut with Live Music, Light Fare and Dancing
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The Anatomy of Crime Fiction
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Peter Swanson. Peter Swanson is the Sunday Times and New York Times best-selling author of 12 novels.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The Sonnet. Movements of the Mind and Heart.
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Brian Burt; the author of two books of poems: Past Continuous (2015) and Black Dog Day (2022).
Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight & Carry-in Carry-Out Picnics at Hammond Castle Museum
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Comedy & Conversations: Navigating Menopause! Let's Laugh & Learn!
Let’s talk (and laugh!) about menopause. Join women's health practitioners and a comedian for a skit.
Spiran Hall Community Rummage Sale
Spiran Lodge community Rummage Sale (October 17-19) to raise funds for Spiran Hall during the weekend of the Rockport Harvest Festival. Coffee, Nisu and other nordic pastries will be available. Come and enjoy browsing for the perfect item you have been seeking.
Spiran Hall Community Rummage Sale
Spiran Lodge community Rummage Sale (October 17-19) to raise funds for Spiran Hall during the weekend of the Rockport Harvest Festival. Coffee, Nisu and other nordic pastries will be available. Come and enjoy browsing for the perfect item you have been seeking.
Kids at The Cabot: Ben Rudnick & Friends
Kids at The Cabot welcomes Ben Rudnick & Friends for a fun, music-filled Saturday morning concert!
Rockport Harvest Fest 2025
The annual Rockport Harvest Fest featuring live music, food, children's activities, apple pie baking contest and of course beer!
Funny Photo Night
Enjoy a 15-minute session with one wardrobe change and receive 10 digital photos to keep the laughs going long after.
Eaglemania - The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute
If you like The Eagles you simply must experience the world’s greatest Eagles Tribute, EagleMania!
Spiran Hall Community Rummage Sale
Spiran Lodge community Rummage Sale (October 17-19) to raise funds for Spiran Hall during the weekend of the Rockport Harvest Festival. Coffee, Nisu and other nordic pastries will be available. Come and enjoy browsing for the perfect item you have been seeking.
Wisdom Keeping: Abenaki Stories & Storytelling Traditions
Join this family-friendly event at Appleton Farms to learn stories & songs celebrating Indigenous culture.
The Madness within the Abbadia Mare at Hammond Castle Museum
Halloween, Theater, Live performance
The Madness within the Abbadia Mare at Hammond Castle Museum
Halloween, Theater, Live performance
Live Music Tuesdays at Beauport Hotel
Experience live music in Gloucester, MA every Tuesday evening at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar—ocean views, $15 pizzas, and coastal charm at Beauport Hotel.
The Madness within the Abbadia Mare at Hammond Castle Museum
Halloween, Theater, Live performance
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The Anatomy of Crime Fiction
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Peter Swanson. Peter Swanson is the Sunday Times and New York Times best-selling author of 12 novels.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The Sonnet. Movements of the Mind and Heart.
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Brian Burt; the author of two books of poems: Past Continuous (2015) and Black Dog Day (2022).
Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight & Carry-in Carry-Out Picnics at Hammond Castle Museum
things to do, Tours, Spiritualism Tours
Placemaking: Our Library in Our Community
Join the Sawyer Free Library for the relaunch of the historic Gloucester Lyceum with a keynote by Ethan Kent, Executive Director of PlacemakingX.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Aubuchon Ace Hardware Grand Re-Opening
Please join us in celebrating the Grand Re-Opening of Aubuchon Ace Hardware in Ipswich. The Grand Re-Opening will be taking place all weekend, kicking off with a special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
Holiday Mocktail Night: Learn, Sip, Celebrate!
Sober fun! Holiday mocktail night. Friday 10/24 6-7pm at Revive Wellness in Gloucester. $40 per person. Includes 3 recipes.
Edgar Allan Poe Double Header
An imaginative one-person retelling of The Tell-Tale Heart and The Cask of Amontillado created and performed by Livy Scanlon*
The Vampire Circus
Heralded as a mix of circus cabaret and theatre, The Vampire Circus is a mysterious and cutting-edge production guaranteed to amaze the senses.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show w/ The RKO Army - 50th Anniversary Celebration
The RKO Army Thriller Tour 2025 comes to The Cabot to give you a full experience of the cult phenomenon.
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Clark School Open House
Discover Clark School at our October 25th Open House in Rowley, MA. Tour classrooms, meet teachers, and explore our Preschool–High School programs.
40th Annual Essex ClamFest and Arts and Crafts Festival
fall festivals, chowder competition
Preschool ART Contest and Halloween Open House
Halloween Preschool ART Contest
Native Plant Walk & Milkweed Fiber Spinning
Join this walk to learn about native plants and their importance to Indigenous culture.
Author Talk with Mark Kurlansky: The Boston Way: Radicals Against Slavery & The Civil War
Join the Sawyer Free Library for a talk with acclaimed author Mark Kurlansky as he discusses his book, The Boston Way: Radicals Against Slavery & The Civil War.
Author Talk with Mark Kurlansky: The Boston Way: Radicals Against Slavery & The Civil War
Join the Sawyer Free Library for author talk with Mark Kurlansky as he discusses his book, The Boston Way: Radicals Against Slavery & The Civil Wary.
Edgar Allan Poe Double Header
An imaginative one-person retelling of The Tell-Tale Heart and The Cask of Amontillado created and performed by Livy Scanlon*
Edgar Allan Poe Double Header
An imaginative one-person retelling of The Tell-Tale Heart and The Cask of Amontillado created and performed by Livy Scanlon*
1-Year Anniversary Party at Revive Wellness! FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
We’re celebrating one amazing year thanks to YOU, our community! Join us for light refreshments, good vibes, and a toast to wellness. FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!
Feral Flea Market & Halloween Party
Oddity market, halloween party, artisan market, local brewery
Live Music Tuesdays at Beauport Hotel
Experience live music in Gloucester, MA every Tuesday evening at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar—ocean views, $15 pizzas, and coastal charm at Beauport Hotel.
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Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The 77 Dream Songs by John Berryman
Writing Workshop with Mike Perrow; the author of Five Sequences for the Country at Night, a poetry collection, and he received an MFA from U-Mass, Amherst. His
Walking Club
Join the Cape Ann YMCA's Walking Group exploring Cape Ann's history and nature
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Trick-or-Treat at Hammond Castle Museum
family fun, things to do with kids, Halloween
Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight & Carry-in Carry-Out Picnics at Hammond Castle Museum
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Beauport Hotel Presents: A Halloween Soirée!
Eerie elegance meets coastal luxury at the Beauport Hotel Halloween Soirée! Enjoy artful cocktails, DJ Jimmie Espo, a major costume contest, and late-night bite
Brooks Williams - Matt Rich and Gil Clark open
Brooks Williams is one of those select few ‘’how on earth does he do it?” artists. He can sing. He can write. And, man oh man, can he play guitar.
Wake Up Spirit
First Sunday of every month 11:00am - 1:00pm at Floating Lotus Gloucester. Wake Up Spirit is a dance of heart and community. A safe place to connect.
Lunar Phases & Yoga Nidra Meditation Circle
lunar astrology, Yoga Nidra, moon phases, New Moon, Full Moon, intention setting, meditation, self-awareness, astrology workshop, spiritual growth
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The Open Door Food Drive
Food Drive - Breakfast Items Needed Call for Details
Live Music Tuesdays at Beauport Hotel
Experience live music in Gloucester, MA every Tuesday evening at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar—ocean views, $15 pizzas, and coastal charm at Beauport Hotel.
Salt & Moon Magic: Full Moon Circle in the Salt Cave
The night will include a guided meditation, intention-setting, and heartfelt sharing in community as well as some astrological info about this moon's energy.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The 77 Dream Songs by John Berryman
Writing Workshop with Mike Perrow; the author of Five Sequences for the Country at Night, a poetry collection, and he received an MFA from U-Mass, Amherst. His
Sawyer Free Library Matz Gallery Artist Reception: Volume One
Artist reception for opening of Volume One featuring Gloucester artists Erin Luman and Laureen Maher Bowie. Light refreshments will be served.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: Poetry of the Spirit. Stalking the Numinous.
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Leslie Williams; Leslie Williams’ most recent of three poetry collections is Matters for You Alone (Slant Books, 2024),
Walking Club
Join the Cape Ann YMCA's Walking Group exploring Cape Ann's history and nature
Holiday Craft Night: Wooden Gnome Decorating
Create your own two-sided wooden gnome — decorated for both fall and winter — in a cozy, hands-on craft night! We’ll provide all the materials you need, includi
NSAA Holiday Pop-Up!
NSAA Holiday Pop-Up with Cape Ann Artisans
Renaissance Faire Day at Hammond Castle Museum
family fun, history, Cosplay
Early Tourism and the Summer Hotels of East Gloucester
Join us in a visual journey to an era of early tourism in Gloucester.
The Making of Christmas
The Making of Christmas by Jim Hanon, a documentary filmed primarily in New England featuring Rockport! highlights local expressions of historical Christmas traditions
Live Music Tuesdays at Beauport Hotel
Experience live music in Gloucester, MA every Tuesday evening at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar—ocean views, $15 pizzas, and coastal charm at Beauport Hotel.
Sawyer Free Libray Annual Meeting
Gloucester Lyceum and Sawyer Free Library Corporation will host its Annual Meeting followed by refreshments.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The 77 Dream Songs by John Berryman
Writing Workshop with Mike Perrow; the author of Five Sequences for the Country at Night, a poetry collection, and he received an MFA from U-Mass, Amherst. His
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: Poetry of the Spirit. Stalking the Numinous.
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Leslie Williams; Leslie Williams’ most recent of three poetry collections is Matters for You Alone (Slant Books, 2024),
Sound Healing Bath in Salt Cave
sound healing, sound bath, frequency, sound bowls, salt cave, vibrations
Concert: “We Hold These Truths”
Our Shared American Heritage in Music and Verse
Live Music Tuesdays at Beauport Hotel
Experience live music in Gloucester, MA every Tuesday evening at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar—ocean views, $15 pizzas, and coastal charm at Beauport Hotel.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The 77 Dream Songs by John Berryman
Writing Workshop with Mike Perrow; the author of Five Sequences for the Country at Night, a poetry collection, and he received an MFA from U-Mass, Amherst. His
Film Screening & Panel Discussion: Timeline Cape Ann: Sawyer Free Library
Explore the history of Gloucester’s Sawyer Free Library at a special film screening and panel discussion. Free and open to all.
Trusted Adult North Shore: Building Caregiver Readiness for Engaging Youth in Difficult Conversations
Free community education program for parents and caregivers.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: Poetry of the Spirit. Stalking the Numinous.
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Leslie Williams; Leslie Williams’ most recent of three poetry collections is Matters for You Alone (Slant Books, 2024),
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Theatermakers of Today: First Annual Fringe Festival
Theatermakers Of Today is proud to present the TOT First Annual Fringe Festival! A collection of incredible work in different stages of the creative process!
Holiday Craft Night: Wreath Making
Craft Night, Holidays, Wreath Making, Holiday, Crafts, Family Fun
Reese Fulmer and the Carriage House Band
Gloucester native Reese Fulmer and his band have become one of the fastest-rising groups in upstate NY
Live Music Tuesdays at Beauport Hotel
Experience live music in Gloucester, MA every Tuesday evening at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar—ocean views, $15 pizzas, and coastal charm at Beauport Hotel.
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: The 77 Dream Songs by John Berryman
Writing Workshop with Mike Perrow; the author of Five Sequences for the Country at Night, a poetry collection, and he received an MFA from U-Mass, Amherst. His
Gloucester Writing Center Workshop: Poetry of the Spirit. Stalking the Numinous.
Gloucester Writing Center workshop with Leslie Williams; Leslie Williams’ most recent of three poetry collections is Matters for You Alone (Slant Books, 2024),
