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May 2019
Essex River Race
The Essex River Race is a 5.5+ mile open water event from the Essex River at Route 133 in Essex, out behind the barrier beaches of Ipswich and back. Participants row or paddle small boats through one of the most scenic tidal areas in New England. Occasionally the water can be very rough, with strong winds and currents. As with all on-water activities in such conditions, safety should be the first concern of all participants and organizers. The orderly, safe…
Find out more »Agapé Sip & Paint
Join Agape on Saturday May 18 for a Sip and Paint event. Local artist Jesse Potwin will provide all instructions to paint this beautiful landscape painting from The Legend of Zelda video game. Tickets are $20 if purchased in advance before May 15 through the eventbrite ticket page (https://agapepaints.eventbrite.com), or via venmo, paypal, cash, or check. Limited tickets may be available after May 15 and at the door for $30. Each attendee will receive a canvas, easel, brushes, and paint.…
Find out more »Opening Reception of Part II A Turning Point
Join the Opening Reception at the Jane Deering Gallery for Part II of a Turning Point. Part II continues the theme: Beautiful world, where are you going?
Find out more »Acoustic on the River at Mile Marker One
Enjoy live acoustic music at Mile Marker One in their River View Dining Room & Bar every Saturday! Check out the schedule to find out the featured local artist of the week: Call for reservations 978-283-2122.
Find out more »Cape Ann Symphony
From the New World and Beyond Concert Saturday, May 18th, 2019, 7:30pm, Manchester Essex RHS Sunday, May 19th, 2019, 2:00pm, Ipswich High School Cape Ann Symphony audience favorites, violinist Lucia Lin and cellist Owen Young return to perform a work by Miklos Rozsa famous for his Ben Hur movie score. In addition the orchestra will perform Dvorak’s New World Symphony providing a spectacular end to the season. DVORAK New World Symphony RÓZSA Parade of the Charioteers RÓZSA Sinfonia Concertante
Find out more »Mo Bounce at Minglewood Tavern
On May 18 joinMo Bounce at 9pm at the Minglewood Tavern on 25 Rogers St., Gloucester. The schedule for this event is subject to last-minute changes. There is no cover charge for this performance unless indicated at the door.
Find out more »Annisquam Sewing Circle Annual Plants Sale
Be sure to shop at the Annisquam Sewing Circle Plant and Gourmet sale for the widest variety of choice plants ready to be added to your garden, as well as pots and decorative baskets filled with flowers and plants ready to show off now. Be sure to fortify yourself for all that digging with a delicious cake, pie, or box of cookies, too!
Find out more »Clam Basket Making Workshop
Come join in on a workshop to create a traditional Essex Clam Basket! Baskets will be constructed from white oak, cane, and wire using traditional methods.
Find out more »Acoustic Corner feat. Brett Wilson at Minglewood Tavern
On Thursday May 23 join Acoustic Corner featuring Brett Wilson at 9pm at the Minglewood Tavern on 25 Rogers St., Gloucester. The schedule for this event is subject to last-minute changes. There is no cover charge for this performance unless indicated at the door.
Find out more »Cape Ann Museum Family Tour
See and experience the Museum through the eyes of a child with this animated family tour of paintings, sculpture and maritime objects. Learn to think and see like an artist, a fisherman or quarry worker. This event was created for children ages 3–12 with their caregivers. This 30-minute tour ends in the Activity Center for art projects and play. This event is free for CAM members or with Museum admission. Space is limited, registration required. To register or for more…
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