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September 2012 - Events & Festivals: 20 found

North Shore Arts Association Members' Exhibiton IV

North Shore Arts Association
11 Pirates Lane
2-4 pm
Gloucester

August 24, 2012 - September 15, 2012

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North Shore Arts Association proudly presents Artist Members' Exhibition IV running now through September 15 at NSAA's historic old building, located at 11 Pirates Lane in East Gloucester. A public reception will be held Sunday, August 26 from 2:00 to 4:0

Gloucester Stage Company Presents "Crimes of the Heart"

Gloucester Stage Company
267 East Main Street
Gloucester

August 30, 2012 - September 16, 2012

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"Crimes of the Heart" by Beth Henley is directed by Carmel O'Reilly. No holds are barred as three southern sisters confront life head on in this hilarious and heartbreaking family drama.

28th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival™

Gloucester Harbor
Gloucester

August 31, 2012 - September 2, 2012

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The weekend festival highlights include Maritime Gloucester’s annual Heritage Day, the Parade of Lights and fireworks on Saturday, September 1, followed by the Parade of Sail and the Mayor’s Race for the Esperanto Cup on Sunday, September 2.

Herrmann's Royal Lipizzan Stallions Return to Cogswell's Grant

Cogswell's Grant
60 Spring Street
Essex

September 7, 2012 - September 9, 2012

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The Herrmann family, breeders and trainers of the famed Lipizzan horse, demonstrate the highest levels of horsemanship in three shows this weekend at Cogswell's Grant in Essex: Friday, 5:30-7 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 2-3:30 pm.

Judy Collins in Concert

Shalin Liu Performance Center
37 Main Street
Rockport

September 8, 2012 - September 9, 2012

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Musician, author, and humanitarian, Judy Collins is a folk music icon. With her classically elegant voice and extensive repertoire, Rockport Music is proud to present Ms. Collins in her Rockport Music debut.

Old Sloop Coffeehouse Presents Chelsea Berry with Anna Dagmar

Rockport Congregational Church
12 School Street
7:30 pm
Rockport

September 8, 2012

Cape Ann's acclaimed singer/ songwriter Chelsea Berry is joined on the bill by Anna Dagmar for the opening concert of the Old Sloop Cofferhouse's fall season.

Theatre in the Pines Presents "Lend Me A Tenor"

Shalin Liu Performance Center
37 Main Street
Rockport

September 14, 2012 - September 16, 2012

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Lend Me a Tenor by Ken Ludwig, under the direction of Nan Webber, follows the comedic tales of a world famous tenor, Tito Morelli, who is to perform the role of Otello for the gala season opener of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company.

Gloucester Block Party!

Downtown Gloucester
Gloucester

September 15, 2012

Celebrate summer’s end at another entertainment packed Block Party in downtown Gloucester. Main Street transforms into a strolling mall featuring al fresco dining; stores open for shopping; Kids’ Town games and multi-performances at five outdoor stages.

6th Annual Peace Fest (Peace and Music Festival)

Harvey Park
downtown Rockport
Rockport

September 16, 2012

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6th Annual Peace Fest (Peace and Music Festival) in Harvey Park, downtown Rockport on Sunday, September 16th.

Fish Box Derby

Rogers Street
Noon
Gloucester

September 16, 2012

"The Thrill of the Hill". Come see the dozens of kids between 8 and 14 who have built cars with their families compete for bragging rights and great prizes when the annual Fish Box Derby race runs down Rogers Street at High Noon.

Chamber Sales Seminar: How to Close the Sale in the New Economy

The Elks at Bass Rocks
101 Atlantic Road
7:30 am
Gloucester

September 18, 2012

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Marc Wayshak, author of "Game Plan Selling" and "Breaking All Barriers", is a sales expert who created the Game Plan Selling System based upon his experiences as an All-American athlete, Ivy League graduate, start-up entrepreneur, and years of research, t

Taste of Cape Ann

Cruiseport Gloucester
6 Rowe Square
6-9 pm
Gloucester

September 20, 2012

The Cape Ann YMCA will host the 4th Annual "Taste of Cape Ann" Food,Wine, and Spirits Gala on Thursday, September 20 at Cruiseport Gloucester. All proceeds will benefit the YMCA's Child Care, Camp, and Teen Initiatives in Gloucester and Rockport.

James “SUPERHARP” Cotton

Shalin Liu Performance Center
8 pm
Rockport

September 21, 2012

Between his huge, blast-furnace sound, his larger-than-life personality, and his massive frame, Grammy Award-winning blues harmonica master James "Mr. Superharp" Cotton is a blues giant in every respect.

Captains Courageous Festival

Multiple venues Downtown and along the Harbor
Gloucester

September 22, 2012

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A new and broader version of the Captains Courageous Festival, to be held on September 22, 2012, will offer special events throughout the city that highlight Gloucester’s and Cape Ann’s Maritime Heritage.

Essex National Heritage Commission TRAILS & SAILS Event

Throughout Essex County
Essex County

September 22, 2012 - September 30, 2012

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Experience Inspiration as you hike, bike, paddle, stroll or sail this September when the Essex National Heritage Commission presents its premier partnership event, TRAILS & SAILS: Two Weekends of Walks and Water, September 21-23 and 28-30.

GREAT JAZZ AT ROCKPORT MUSIC: Ben Powell Quartet

Shalin Liu Performance Center
5 pm
Rockport

September 23, 2012

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"With a lovely tone, sophisticated lyricism, and a wonderful sense of swing” (jazz.com), jazz violinist Ben Powell combines the 1930’s gypsy jazz sound with his own deep musicianship and contemporary attitude.

9th Annual Lyons Ambulance Golf Tournament

Bass Rocks Golf Club
Gloucester

September 24, 2012

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On Monday, September 24, 2012 at Bass Rocks Golf Club in Gloucester, Addison Gilbert Hospital will be holding their 9th Annual Lyons Ambulance Golf Tournament.

16th Annual Educational Foundation for Rockport Golf Tournament

Rockport Golf Club
Country Club Lane
Rockport

September 26, 2012

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The 16th Annual Educational Foundation for Rockport Golf Tournament takes place at the Rockport Golf Club with registration starting at noon, and a shotgun start at 12:30pm.

Gran Prix of Gloucester

Stage Fort Park
Gloucester

September 29, 2012 - September 30, 2012

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The Gran Prix of Gloucester - or as The Ride Magazine has called it "the New England Nationals" - unfolds at one of the most beautiful race venues in the country: a wind-swept ocean side park in Gloucester.

Manhattan Short Film Festival

Shalin Liu Performance Center
3 & 7 pm
Rockport

September 30, 2012

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Unlike any other festival, The Manhattan Short Film Festival invites you—the viewer—to vote for the festival’s winner!