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SUMMARY:Falconry & the Medieval World: A Live Bird Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Wingmasters’ Birds of Prey returns to the Hammond Castle Museum! \nFalconry is the sport of hunting with a trained bird of prey. It is also the demanding art of training a predatory bird that is by nature wary of people to hunt cooperatively with a human partner. While the sport has a 4\,000-year history\, its glory days were indisputably in the medieval period. While this presentation centers around live birds used in falconry\, it is not a flight demonstration but a history-rich look at an ancient sport. Focusing on the medieval period\, it explains the characteristics of the birds of prey used\, how the sport reflected the lifestyle of the time\, and the historical reasons behind falconry’s rise and fall. \nPlease note: This program is only intended for ages 8 and up. Tickets for this event are $20 adults\, $10 kids. This ticket grants you access to the Falconry & the Medieval World: A Live Bird Presentation\, which will be held in a tent on the ocean-facing lawn\, as well as access to the Museum Shop. A separate tour ticket will be required to enter beyond the Museum Shop for a guided or self-guided tour. Ticket holders may purchase Self-Guided Tour tickets in the Museum Shop at a 20% discount. \nAbout WINGMASTERS:\nJulie Anne Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed wildlife rehabilitators based in Massachusetts and are dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. Together they care for injured birds of prey at their private center in Leverett\, Massachusetts. Most of the birds they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild\, but in some cases\, the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further licensed to provide a home for these non-releasable raptors and to use them for educational programs. Since 1994\, WINGMASTERS has presented over 10\,000 programs at schools\, libraries\, and museums throughout New England. \nAll proceeds from this educational program support additional educational programs and ongoing Museum restorations. Museum member savings apply!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/falconry-the-medieval-world-a-live-bird-presentation/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Historical,Lecture/Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hammond Castle Museum":MAILTO:info@hammondcastle.org
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SUMMARY:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts presents Quarry Dance 2026
DESCRIPTION:Art meets nature at this special free event! Join us as New York City-based Alison Cook Beatty Dance performs a site-specific dance sure to inspire wonder. \nQuarry Dance is Windhover’s signature summer project\, the vision of Windhover’s founder\, the late Ina Hahn. Her vision marries the art of modern dance with the pristine landscapes of the quarries on Cape Ann. Utilizing the natural amphitheaters of these quarries opens up a world where art and nature can co-mingle. \nThree performances offered: \nFriday\, August 7 from 1:30-3:30pm \nSaturday\, August 8 from 10:30am-12:30 pm \nSunday\, August 9 from 1:30-3:30pm \nTimes include shuttle service to and from Windhover. \nThis year’s Quarry Dance will take place at a private quarry in Lanesville. A shuttle will transport you from the Windhover parking lot to the performance and return you afterward. No parking is available at the performance site. Shuttle service from Windhover runs from 1:30-1:50pm on Friday and Sunday and 10:30-10:50am on Saturday. Please arrive at the Windhover Parking lot located near 247 Granite Street (by the Windhover sign). \nQuarry Dance admission (including shuttle service) is FREE. No advance RSVP required. Donations are most welcome! \nIn the event of rain\, Quarry Dance is subject to cancellation. Please check our website for updates or call 978-546-3611 where a pre-recorded message will state if the quarry dance is cancelled due to rain. \nOur thanks to the Rockport and Gloucester Cultural Councils for their support of Quarry Dance 2026.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/windhover-center-for-the-performing-arts-presents-quarry-dance-2026/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts\, 257R Granite St\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:RED: A Gloucester Stage Benefit
DESCRIPTION:You know Mark Rothko’s artwork; now witness a pivotal moment in his career in this exclusive staged reading of John Logan’s Tony Award-winning play RED at Gloucester Stage. Directed by internationally acclaimed theatre and opera director Kate Cherry\, RED is set in Rothko’s studio in the late 1950’s as the artist grapples with a commission to create a series of murals for NYC’s Four Seasons restaurant. Conflicted by the commission and at odds with his conscience\, Rothko makes a decision that is still discussed in art circles today. \nGourmet Offerings and Complimentary Bar \nReading will take place Friday\, August 7th from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street\, Gloucester.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/red-a-gloucester-stage-benefit/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage Company\, East Main Street 267\, Gloucester\, M\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Cultural,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Gloucester Block Party #2
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 7\, 2026\n5 PM Streets closed off to traffic & parking\n6 PM: Balloon Artist at Center & Main\n6 PM Music Stages Open (x3)\n6:15 PM ALAKAZAM at Hancock & Main\n7:00 PM Cape Ann Dancers at Hancock & Main\n8:00 PM ALAKAZAM at Hancock & Main\nMain Street\, Downtown Gloucester comes alive when the Street is closed off and we have live music\, street performers\, non-profits\, food vendors and more \nMany of our shops and businesses on Main Street will be open for business and will welcome partygoers. Other Gloucester businesses and non-profits will be represented on the Street as well. We can promise a night full of Live music\, great food\, and fun activities with lots of local flavor! \nLIST OF PARTICIPANTS\nNON-PROFITS \nFOOD VENDORS\nCrepe du Jour\nLobster Roller\nMeat & Sweet\nThree Gingers Jerky\nWhoopie Wagon
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/gloucester-block-party-2/
LOCATION:Main Street\, Gloucester\, MA 01930\, Gloucester\, M\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fair/Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:michelle@capeannchamber.com
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SUMMARY:Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy\, coastal glamour\, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. \nJoin us during our 10th year by the sea\, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun sets over Gloucester Harbor\, sip handcrafted cocktails\, and soak in the atmosphere high above the water. Feeling bold? Bring your suit and take a dip in the pool or hot tub. This event is for guests 21+. \nGeneral Admission starts at $30 and does not include food or beverage. \nVIP Premium Lounge Tables are $300 and include entry and premium seating for four. For a more elevated experience\, reserve one of our VIP Premium Lounge Tables on the Harbor View side of the rooftop. These exclusive tables include a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (inclusive of tax and gratuity)—perfect for toasting the night in style. \nTickets are non-refundable. This event is rain or shine unless the rooftop is closed due to inclement weather\, as determined by Beauport management by 2PM on the day of the event. Guests will be notified via email.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/sunset-sessions-at-the-birdseye-rooftop-2/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Beauport Hotel Gloucester\, 55 Commercial Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Larry McCray
DESCRIPTION:Experience the raw power and soul of the blues with Larry McCray\, a true Rust Belt blues shouter and fiery guitar slinger whose music hits straight from the heart. “‘Blues Without You’ is a career defining song\, that could arguably rival ‘The Thrill is Gone’ or other Blues classics.” — Blues Rock Review Born in Magnolia\, Arkansas and raised on a farm\, McCray found his voice through the guitar\, inspired by the legendary “Three Kings” — B.B.\, Freddie\, and Albert. By the late 1980s\, his electrifying style caught the attention of Virgin Records\, launching a career that helped shape modern blues rock. With decades of nonstop touring\, searing live performances\, and collaborations with icons like B.B. King\, Buddy Guy\, and Joe Bonamassa\, Larry McCray’s shows are equal parts grit\, groove\, and emotional fire.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/larry-mccray/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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