Rockport
Calendar of Events
8/9/2006
& 8/12/2006 THACHER
ISLAND ART & PHOTO DAYS
Spend the day photographing and painting on the island. Call 978-546-2250
for information.
8/10/2006 C.A.P.E.
-- CAPE ANN PANORAMA EXTREME
Sandy Bay Historical Society. Experience Rockport and Cape Ann in
widescreen format in the natural light photography of Leslie E. Bartlett.
8/10/2006 MEET
THE AUTHOR
The Friends of the Rockport Library will sponsor the 2nd
Summer Series on Thursdays at the Rockport Library. On the 3rd, author
Lynda Morgenroth, on the 10th, author Charlotte Gordon, (Rockport
resident), on the 17th, author Anita Silvey, and on the 24th, author
and researcher, Kevin Baker, (hometown Rockport).
8/12/2006
ROCKPORT ROTARY LOBSTER BAKE
12noon-6pm at Back Beach. Rain or shine. Music by the Cape Ann Jazz
Band at the Legion Bandstand. Each dinner includes one lobster, a
cup of clam chowder, corn on the cob, rolls, watermelon, and a soft
drink or water. Ala carte will be: hamburgers, hot dogs and corn on
the cob. “Cash” wine and beer stand. For information, call
978-546-9694.
8/13/2006
BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS
8am. With Peter Van Demark at Halibut Point State Park.
8/13/2006
LEGION BAND CONCERT
7:30-9pm. Every Sunday evening in July and August in the Gazebo
on Back Beach.
8/17/2006 MEET
THE AUTHOR
The Friends of the Rockport Library will sponsor the 2nd
Summer Series on Thursdays at the Rockport Library. On the 3rd, author
Lynda Morgenroth, on the 10th, author Charlotte Gordon, (Rockport
resident), on the 17th, author Anita Silvey, and on the 24th, author
and researcher, Kevin Baker, (hometown Rockport).
8/19/2006
T.S. ELIOT'S "THE DRY SALVAGES": TIME & PLACE IN THE
ARTISTS' INSPIRATIONAL MATRIX
1pm. Halibut Point State Park.
8/19/2006 MEET
THE AUTHOR
7pm. Rockport Public Library. Long distance swimmer Lynne
Cox will introduce her new book "Grayson". Sponsored
by Toad Hall Bookstore.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
8/20/2006
ROCKPORT
ACOUSTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL
12:00 noon - 6pm. Celebrating its 27th year of music in
Millbrook Meadow.
8/20/2006
SUNDAY SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES
4pm. Steve Amazeen Band at Halibut Point State Park.
8/20/2006
LEGION BAND CONCERT
7:30-9pm. Every Sunday evening in July and August in the Gazebo
on Back Beach.
8/22/2006-8/25/2006
2006
RHODES 19 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
Sandy Bay Yacht Club's Rhodes 19, Fleet 36, will host the 2006 Rhodes
19 National Championship on the waters of Sandy Bay. Last
year's Rhodes 19 National Championship was cancelled when the host
fleet, based in Fairhope, Alabama, was devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
This year's Championship is a best of five out of six races to determine
the National Championship. It is anticipated that there will be approximately
30 of these one-design sailboats competing for the National title.
The Rockport Headlands or the end of Bearskin Neck should provide
the public with the best viewing advantage for the races.
8/24/2006 MEET
THE AUTHOR
The Friends of the Rockport Library will sponsor the 2nd
Summer Series on Thursdays at the Rockport Library. On the 3rd, author
Lynda Morgenroth, on the 10th, author Charlotte Gordon, (Rockport
resident), on the 17th, author Anita Silvey, and on the 24th, author
and researcher, Kevin Baker, (hometown Rockport).
8/26/2006
STARGAZING
7pm. Halibut Point State Park. Bring your telescope.
8/26/2006
ARTISTS COSTUME
BALL
7:30pm. Celebrate the 85th anniversary of the Rockport Art Association
and revive a gala tradition. Enjoy an enchanting evening of music,
dancing, hors d'oeuvres, wine, and spirits. $20 per person. 978-546-6604
8/27/2006
LEGION BAND CONCERT
7:30-9pm. Every Sunday evening in July and August in the Gazebo
on Back Beach.
8/30/2006 MEET
THE AUTHOR
7pm. Rockport Public Library. Lisa Carey talks about her
newest novel "Every Visible Thing". Sponsored
by Toad Hall Bookstore.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
9/1/2006 ANNUAL
MEETING & CHOWDAH SUPPER
Supper: 6pm, Meeting: 7pm, Program: 7:30pm. Sandy Bay Historical Society.
Cynthia Peckham, curator, will show slides and give commentary of
Old Rockport.
9/3-4/2006
THACHER ISLAND
ART & PHOTO SHOW & EXHIBIT
Firehouse Trust Building.
9/9/2006
- 9/12/2006 PAINTING
HOLIDAY
3-day artist workshop at the Seaward Inn. 978-546-3471
9/13/2006 MEET
THE AUTHOR
7pm. Rockport Public Library. Susan Oleksiw and Tempa Pagel
discuss their mystery novels. Sponsored by Toad Hall Bookstore.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
10/12/2006 WHAT
IS IT LIKE BEING A THACHER ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE KEEPER?
Sandy Bay Historical Society. Commentary and slide presentation.
10/14/2006-10/15/2006
ROCKPORT HARVEST FESTIVAL
This family-oriented weekend
with an autumn theme is designed to entertain and delight residents
and visitors alike.
8/19/2006 MEET
THE AUTHOR
7pm. Rockport Public Library. William Sargent will talk
about his new memoir "Writing Naturally". Sponsored
by Toad Hall Bookstore.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
11/19/2006
ROCKPORT AMBULANCE BENEFIT BREAKFAST
8-10am at Ellen’s Harborside Restaurant.
11/9/2006 CAPE
ANN DURING WORLD WAR II
Sandy Bay Historical Society. Gwen Stephenson will give a talk aon
what life was like in Rockport during WWII.
(specific November date to be announced)
12/2/2006
SANTA'S ARRIVAL IN ROCKPORT
Santa arrives in downtown Rockport
on a lobster boat at 3:45 pm, followed by the town Tree Lighting.
12/03/2006
OPEN HOUSES AT THE INNS
1pm-5pm.
Featuring tours and local
crafters in Rockport's charming inns.
12/3/2006 OPEN
HOUSE AT THE SEWALL-SCRIPTURE MUSEUM
3-5pm. Sandy Bay Historical Society.
12/16/2006
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
5pm downtown Rockport. A torchlit reenactment of the Nativity.
12/31/2006
NEW
YEAR'S ROCKPORT EVE
6pm - midnight.
Celebrating the New
Year with family, friends, and neighbors. Six hours of continuous
entertainment in downtown Rockport.
YEAR
LONG ART EVENTS
Check out the Rockport Art Association calendar
at: www.rockportartassn.org
CAPE
ANN CALENDAR OF EVENTS
For a complete listing of regional events, go to www.capeannvacations.com
