100 Years of Adventure: Gloucester’s Iconic Schooner to Sail in New York and Boston in 2026
Gloucester, MA — January 14, 2026 — Schooner Adventure, Gloucester’s iconic historic sailing vessel, is proud to announce its participation in Sail New York and Sail Boston 2026, two major maritime celebrations taking place as part of the national Sail250® commemorations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. These high-profile events will coincide with a major milestone of their own: 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Schooner Adventure. Built in 1926 in Essex, MA as a working fishing
Cape Ann Artisans Announce Dates for 2026 Open Studios
Cape Ann Artisans Announce Dates for 2026 Open StudiosGroup introduces two new artisans as it celebrates its 43rd Year The Cape Ann Artisans have been busy planning 2026. Among the key announcements, the Artisans have inked in the dates for Open Studios and confirmed special events. They are also pleased to welcome two new members while bidding farewell to several long-term members who have contributed greatly for over 30 years. The Spring Open Studios will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7. The
SeniorCare Receives Grant Funding for Caregiver Support Initiative
DOWNLOAD FLYER SeniorCare Inc. is unveiling an innovative volunteer program designed for caregivers supporting loved ones living with dementia. The program is a collaborative effort between SeniorCare, Greater Lynn Senior Services, and Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services, made possible by a grant from Massachusetts’ Healey-Driscoll Administration. Caregiving for a person with dementia can be rewarding, but it is also emotionally complex and sometimes isolating. SeniorCare’s program aims to bridge the gap
DCR’s Halibut Point State Park announces FREE February Programs
Programs are free and open to the public. Parking is free through April 2026. An adult must accompany children. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. Guided group tours available with reservations: 978.546.2997 or halibut.point@mass.gov SPECIAL EVENT! February 14-22nd daily, 10am-2pm February School Vacation = “Stay”cation!!! Saturday 14th through Sunday 22nd Heavy rain/snow cancels. 10:00am—2:00pm at Visitor Center areaQuarrying History Self-Guide: family fun for all ages at your
Adult Foster Care of the North Shore Awarded the Top Three Year Accreditation
Adult Foster Care of the North Shore (AFCNS) has been awarded the top three year accreditation by the commission (CARF) that reviews all such agencies in Massachusetts and many other states. AFCNS takes pride in receiving this high level of accreditation. AFCNS is based in Gloucester and serves all of northeast Massachusetts. Pictured: Adult Foster Care of the North Shore management team: Deanna Benjamin, Cynthia Bjorlie, Joanna Adrien, Bonnie GriffithWhat is Adult Foster Care? Adult Foster Care is a
Ring in the New Year with Music, Magic & Midnight by the Sea
Download Event BrochureRockport, MA — December 2025 — Rockport’s beloved New Year’s Eve celebration returns on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, transforming downtown Rockport into a lively, walkable festival of music, art, and family fun from 4:00 PM through midnight. Now in its 28th year, Rockport New Year’s Eve is a joyful, all-ages celebration rooted in the arts, offering an unforgettable way to welcome the New Year without big crowds, traffic, or a price tag of big-city events. Set against Rockport’s
Share Your Housing Story - Take the Gloucester Housing Compass Survey
Learn More at https://gloucester-ma.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/2035 Gloucester Housing Compass is a new plan to help the City better understand and meet local housing needs, create targeted strategies to improve access to affordable housing, and proactively guide new development in line with community housing needs and goals. We want to hear your housing story to help shape this important planning process!Complete the Gloucester Housing Compass survey here!
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Capturing the Light in Oil - Weekly Class with Caleb Stone, Rockport Art Association & Museum
Caleb will teach how to capture the light, atmosphere, and color in an oil painting using a limited palette of red, yellow, blue, and white. Each class will begin with an oil demonstration, and then Caleb will help participants with their individual paintings, followed by a group critique at the end of class. Caleb will provide instruction about how to select and compose a painting with strong design, value contrast, and color mixing to get a good relation from warm to cool tones. Fridays, 1:00 - 4:00
