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December 2021
Jul Fest at Spiran Hall
The Nordic Christmas celebration, Jul Fest, will return this year to Spiran Hall, Rockport, at the corner of Broadway and School Street, on Saturday, December 4, from 9 AM to 1 PM. It will include the St. Lucia Pageant, Swedish Deli and Swedish Baked Goods, Nisu and a selection of Nordic foods. Swedish Gift Table, Vintage Dinnerware, T-shirts and Greens. Santa letter writing for children from 9 to 11 AM. Pancake Breakfast and Light Lunch available.
Find out more »Breakfast with Santa at the Emerson Inn
Reserve your table for breakfast with Santa Claus! Santa will be around the Emerson Inn Sunday morning from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, enjoying breakfast and taking photos. Our delicious breakfast buffet will be available for $20 per adult -- $10 for kids, reservations start at 8:30 AM and continue until 11:00 AM. The bar opens at 11:00 AM. Bring your camera!
Find out more »Rockport Holiday Party and Half-Price Sale
All are invited to and encouraged to attend the annual Rockport Holiday Party and Half-Price Sale at the Fish Shack Restaurant on Wednesday, December 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. This annual event, presented by the Rockport Division of the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, is free and all are welcome. This is a delightful occasion to gather with friends and colleagues, where we take the opportunity to thank the Rockport community, Chamber members, and our volunteers for their…
Find out more »Holiday Shopping Night in Rockport
Shopping Night: Friday, December 17 This will be the third of three special Shopping Nights (Dec 3, 10, and 17) spanning the Christmas in Rockport season. Downtown businesses will be open until 8:00 PM. This week's shopping event has an "ugly sweater" theme, when we're asking everyone to come out and channel their inner Clark Griswald. We will have a roving mystery judge picking out those who are wearing the most expressive and entertaining holiday season sweaters, and giving away…
Find out more »July 2022
Summer Moonrise Market at the Emerson Inn
Cape Ann Makers Market (CAMM) excited to announce the second of its monthly summer Moonrise Markets, in partnership with the Emerson Inn, on Wednesday, July 13, at 1 Cathedral Avenue, Rockport from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. The market event will feature over a dozen Cape Ann Artisans, Crafters & Makers offering nature and coastal inspired handmade art and crafts, including jewelry, metalsmithing, painting, photography, fiber arts, candles, hand harvested artisanal sea salts, natural body care and much more. In addition,…
Find out more »Rockport Farmers Market
Food Less Traveled The past week's extreme heat and the ongoing drought have been extremely challenging for area farmers and are significantly impacting crops. Rockport Exchange extends a huge thank you to all of the shoppers and volunteers who came out in the heat last Saturday to support farmers market vendors. We are hopeful for cooler temps and ocean breezes this week! See you Saturday in Harvey Park! This Week's Vendors: Twin Birch Farms | flowers, vegetables Rockport Soap Co.…
Find out more »August 2022
Illumination Night Fundraiser at the Brew
All are invited to a night back at Brews @ the Brew on Wednesday, August 3 for a special Illuminations Night fundraiser to support this summer's August 13 fireworks. The event will go from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, with live music from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Pub fare and a cash bar will be available. Please come and support Rockport fireworks.
Find out more »Waterbound & Retro Dance Party at Whale’s Jaw Cafe
Join us at Whale's Jaw Cafe, starting at 6:00 PM for Waterbound, Cape Ann's newest sensation, featuring John Hicks on strings, Somer O’Brien on keyboards, Noël Lëon on vocals, and Jon Stone on bass. Enjoy Waterbound's soulful & jazzy old and new classics while feasting on homemade soups, tasty sandwiches, and all of our sweet and savory delights. At 7:30, we clear the dining room floor for the Retro Dance Party! $10 cover includes party snacks, music, and dancing. Come in…
Find out more »Rockport Farmers Market
Rockport Exchange Farmers Markets Take Place Every Saturday from June 25 through October 15 from 9:00 AM to Noon in Harvey Park. We are excited to announce that the Rockport Farmers Market is participating in the SNAP program. Customers who have EBT cards (electronic benefit transfer cards) will be able to come spend Rockport Farmers Market SNAP dollars at participating vendors. Out of respect for their neighbors at First Baptist, Rockport Exchange asks that market attendees please use parking on…
Find out more »Rockport New Year’s Eve Summer Sampler
This year’s Rockport New Year’s Eve Summer Sampler will take place Saturday, August 6 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Back Beach Bandstand. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will try again Sunday, August 7 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. The earlier hour on the rain date is to accommodate the Rockport Legion Band concert that evening. 5 Star Phresh Phood will be on hand with delicious food choices. Non-alcoholic drinks will also be available. Admission is free. However, RNYE would…
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