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SUMMARY:Noon Year's Eve Party at North Shore Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the new year a little early – kid-style!\nJoin us for our Noon Year’s Eve Party on December 31 from 10AM–12PM! \nEnjoy a morning filled with: \n\n Access to all exhibits\nA festive New Year’s craft\nA winter holiday puppet show\nAnd our BIG countdown and ball drop at Noon!\n\nIt’s the perfect way for little ones to celebrate\, play\, and welcome 2026. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💫
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/noon-years-eve-party-at-north-shore-childrens-museum/
LOCATION:North Shore Children’s Museum\, 10 Main Street\, Peabody\, M\, 01960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Mistletoe Madness
DESCRIPTION:Mistletoe Madness is back for a second season! This year\, all shoppers participating in Mistletoe Madness will be entered into one Grand Prize Drawing. From December 6 through December 31\, 2025\, shop at participating Rockport retailers\, restaurants\, theatres\, and recreation spots for your chance to win big in our New Year’s Eve drawing for hundreds of dollars worth of local gift certificates.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/mistletoe-madness-2/2025-12-31/
LOCATION:Downtown Rockport\, 15 Dock Square\, Rockport\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T153000
DTSTAMP:20251121T152120Z
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SUMMARY:Deck the Halls at Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 Holiday Season as we proudly present our 7th annual “Deck The Halls” holiday celebration! \nTravel back in time to a castle filled with lush\, opulent textures inspired by the great medieval and Renaissance castles of Europe. Wander through rooms adorned with White Birch and Christmas trees\, sparkling fairy lights\, hydrangea-lace garlands\, and elegant bows\, each space transformed with its own unique holiday theme. From nature’s bounty of fruits and greenery to the warm glow of candlelight\, every detail creates a true feast for the senses. Along the way\, you will encounter a royal guard of nutcrackers standing watch over a gingerbread house replica of the castle. Keep an eye out for playful elves and gnomes who are up to mischief—great fun for little ones! This year\, the celebration will also shine with the glow of two menorahs on display\, honoring the traditions of Hanukkah within the Museum’s holiday splendor. \nFor the first time\, we are pleased to feature design elements created in partnership with Elaine Quinn Interiors\, a boutique residential interior design firm based in Manchester-by-the-Sea\, MA\, bringing fresh inspiration and artistry to this year’s holiday presentation. \nIn addition to the holiday installation\, guests will also have the opportunity to experience the Hammond in Italy temporary exhibition\, which highlights John Hays Hammond Jr.’s time abroad and the profound influence Italian art and architecture had on his vision for the castle. \nFor an even more enchanting experience\, join us for Deck the Halls by Candlelight on Thursday evenings throughout December. These extended-hour tours invite guests to explore the Museum after dark\, when the holiday décor glows with flickering candlelight and twinkling lights\, creating a truly magical atmosphere. \nGuests should plan for approximately 60 minutes in total to take in the full holiday grandeur.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/deck-the-halls-at-hammond-castle-museum-2/2026-01-02/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Historical,Holiday,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T153000
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SUMMARY:Deck the Halls at Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 Holiday Season as we proudly present our 7th annual “Deck The Halls” holiday celebration! \nTravel back in time to a castle filled with lush\, opulent textures inspired by the great medieval and Renaissance castles of Europe. Wander through rooms adorned with White Birch and Christmas trees\, sparkling fairy lights\, hydrangea-lace garlands\, and elegant bows\, each space transformed with its own unique holiday theme. From nature’s bounty of fruits and greenery to the warm glow of candlelight\, every detail creates a true feast for the senses. Along the way\, you will encounter a royal guard of nutcrackers standing watch over a gingerbread house replica of the castle. Keep an eye out for playful elves and gnomes who are up to mischief—great fun for little ones! This year\, the celebration will also shine with the glow of two menorahs on display\, honoring the traditions of Hanukkah within the Museum’s holiday splendor. \nFor the first time\, we are pleased to feature design elements created in partnership with Elaine Quinn Interiors\, a boutique residential interior design firm based in Manchester-by-the-Sea\, MA\, bringing fresh inspiration and artistry to this year’s holiday presentation. \nIn addition to the holiday installation\, guests will also have the opportunity to experience the Hammond in Italy temporary exhibition\, which highlights John Hays Hammond Jr.’s time abroad and the profound influence Italian art and architecture had on his vision for the castle. \nFor an even more enchanting experience\, join us for Deck the Halls by Candlelight on Thursday evenings throughout December. These extended-hour tours invite guests to explore the Museum after dark\, when the holiday décor glows with flickering candlelight and twinkling lights\, creating a truly magical atmosphere. \nGuests should plan for approximately 60 minutes in total to take in the full holiday grandeur.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/deck-the-halls-at-hammond-castle-museum-2/2026-01-03/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Historical,Holiday,Seasonal
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SUMMARY:Deck the Halls at Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 Holiday Season as we proudly present our 7th annual “Deck The Halls” holiday celebration! \nTravel back in time to a castle filled with lush\, opulent textures inspired by the great medieval and Renaissance castles of Europe. Wander through rooms adorned with White Birch and Christmas trees\, sparkling fairy lights\, hydrangea-lace garlands\, and elegant bows\, each space transformed with its own unique holiday theme. From nature’s bounty of fruits and greenery to the warm glow of candlelight\, every detail creates a true feast for the senses. Along the way\, you will encounter a royal guard of nutcrackers standing watch over a gingerbread house replica of the castle. Keep an eye out for playful elves and gnomes who are up to mischief—great fun for little ones! This year\, the celebration will also shine with the glow of two menorahs on display\, honoring the traditions of Hanukkah within the Museum’s holiday splendor. \nFor the first time\, we are pleased to feature design elements created in partnership with Elaine Quinn Interiors\, a boutique residential interior design firm based in Manchester-by-the-Sea\, MA\, bringing fresh inspiration and artistry to this year’s holiday presentation. \nIn addition to the holiday installation\, guests will also have the opportunity to experience the Hammond in Italy temporary exhibition\, which highlights John Hays Hammond Jr.’s time abroad and the profound influence Italian art and architecture had on his vision for the castle. \nFor an even more enchanting experience\, join us for Deck the Halls by Candlelight on Thursday evenings throughout December. These extended-hour tours invite guests to explore the Museum after dark\, when the holiday décor glows with flickering candlelight and twinkling lights\, creating a truly magical atmosphere. \nGuests should plan for approximately 60 minutes in total to take in the full holiday grandeur.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/deck-the-halls-at-hammond-castle-museum-2/2026-01-04/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Historical,Holiday,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T203000
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SUMMARY:Drunk Black History
DESCRIPTION:The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show returns to Boston to close out Black History Month! \nComedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians\, writers\, and experts who are skunked out of their mind trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love they deserved. \nThe upcoming show in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History month will include appearances from Dorothy Whitfield (Comedy Network Boston)\, Courtney Reynolds (Pumkin Eater Podcast)\, and more! \nFriday\, February 27th\nThe Rockwell\n255 Elm Street\, Somerville\, MA 02144 \nDoors open at 6:15pm\nShow at 7pm \nAdvance tickets are available at https://therockwell.org/calendar/drunk-black-history-2/ \n★★★★ “One of our favorite comedy shows out there” —TimeOut NY\n★★★★ “Drink some cocktails while you get an education… at this popular show!” —The Infatuation\n★★★★ “Keeping our food and drinks down was hard because of all the laughing…” —1202 Magazine\n★★★★ “A hilariously high history lesson!” —AMNY
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/drunk-black-history/
LOCATION:The Rockwell\, 255 Elm Street\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Cultural,Historical,Holiday,Lecture/Talk
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Celebration at Beauport Hotel
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar on Sunday\, March 15th\, with live music from 12:00PM–3:00PM and traditional Irish fare served with harbor views. Enjoy classic Irish features including Stilton and Apple Salad\, Hot Smoked Salmon with Molasses Brown Bread\, a classic Boiled Dinner with Corned Beef and Braised Cabbage\, and hearty Shepherd’s Pie\, finished with Irish Trifle for dessert. Pair your meal with festive cocktails like Céad Mile Fáilte featuring Drumshanbo Gunpowder Gin or a classic Tipperary made with Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey. Sláinte to good food\, good music\, and a beautiful day by the harbor.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/st-patricks-celebration-at-beauport-hotel/
LOCATION:1606 Restaurant and Bar\, 55 Commercial St\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T220000
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SUMMARY:Red\, White & Beauport Fireworks Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Red\, White\, & Beauport from the ultimate rooftop vantage point above Gloucester Harbor. \nTake in the fireworks from one of the best views in town on Friday\, July 3rd\, while enjoying live DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group\, handcrafted cocktails\, and sweeping harbor and downtown skyline views with our Rooftop Evening Pass beginning at 7:00PM. Bring your suit for a festive evening swim in the pool or a relaxing soak in the hot tub as the celebration unfolds overhead. \nGeneral Admission starts at $50 and does not include food and beverage. This event is 21+ adults only. \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/red-white-beauport-fireworks-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Beauport Hotel Gloucester\, 55 Commercial Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTSTAMP:20260609T171223Z
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SUMMARY:View the Gloucester Schooner Festival Aboard the Wejack with Cape Ann Cruises
DESCRIPTION:How to See the Schooners with Cape Ann Cruises \nJoin us aboard the legendary Gloucester Fishing Yacht\, the Wejack to see all the visiting Schooners up close from the water. The Wejack has a full bar aboard. We have multiple trips offered daily during the Schooner festival that will be a boatload of fun! See the Calendar and schedule of events below to learn more about our trips offered for the Schooner Festival. The Wejack is a classic power/fishing vessel that you’ll fall in love with\, and is not a schooner.\, but is the perfect spectator boat to get the best views. \nSchedule of Events – Cruise Tickets\nThursday\, September 3rd\, 2026 \nSchooner Challenge Race -5:30-7:30PM – Buy Tickets \nFriday\, September 4th\, 2026 \nSee the Schooners & Scenic Harbor Tour 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM – Buy Tickets \nSee the Schooners & Scenic Harbor Tour 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM – Buy Tickets \nSee the Schooners\, Sunset & Scenic Harbor Tour 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM – Buy Tickets \nSaturday\, September 5th\, 2026 \nSee the Schooners & Scenic Harbor Tour 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM – Buy Tickets \nSee the Schooners & Scenic Harbor Tour 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM – Buy Tickets \nSchooner Festival Sunset Scenic Cruise Gloucester Harbor: Departs at 6PM 7:30PM – details & tickets \n8PM – FIREWORKS Cruise Gloucester Harbor – Departs 8:00PM details & tickets \nSunday\, September 6th\, 2026 \nParade of Sail Cruise Departs at 9:30 AM details & tickets \nMayor’s Cup Race – Departs at 12:30 PM details & tickets \nSee the Schooners – Scenic Gloucester Harbor Cruise Departs at 3:30 PM details & tickets \nSee the Schooners at Sunset – Departs at 6 PM details & tickets \nMonday\, September 7th\, 2026 – LABOR DAY \nSee the Schooners – Scenic Gloucester Harbor Cruise Departs at 12 PM details & tickets \nSee the Schooners – Scenic Gloucester Harbor Cruise Departs at 3:30 PM details & tickets \nSee the Schooners at Sunset – Departs at 6 PM details & tickets
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/gloucester-schooner-festival-schedule-of-events-2026-calendar-cruise-schedule-aboard-wejack-to-view-the-schooners-schooner-races-boat-parade-of-lights-gloucester-fireworks-and-parade-of-sail/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Cape Ann Cruises\, 63 ROGERS STREET\, Gloucester\, M\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Cultural,Fair/Festival,Family,Historical,Holiday,Outdoor Recreation,Photography,School Vacation,Sporting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T150000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Stroll\, Manchester-by-the-Sea 2026
DESCRIPTION:Manchester-by-the-Sea’s Annual Holiday Stroll\nand other fun events on December 4th… \nThe Manchester Holiday Stroll & Business Open House: 3 PM – 8 PM |Downtown Manchester. Stroll around town\, enjoy refreshments at many shops. Details will be available at participating local businesses.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/holiday-stroll-manchester-by-the-sea-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Manchester\, 10 Central Street\, Manchester-By-The-Sea\, MA\, 01944\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192723Z
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SUMMARY:Take 6
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with the extraordinary harmonies of Take 6\, one of the most acclaimed vocal groups in music. With 10 GRAMMY Awards\, 10 Dove Awards\, two NAACP Image Awards\, a Soul Train Award\, and induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame\, the legendary sextet brings its unmistakable sound to a joyful holiday concert. \nWith 10 Grammy Awards\, 10 Dove Awards\, 2 NAACP Image Awards\, a Soul Train Award\, and more\, Take 6 (Claude McKnight\, Mark Kibble\, Joel Kibble\, Dave Thomas\, Alvin Chea and Khristian Dentley) continues to bring extraordinary vocals to their worldwide audiences. April 2018 marks the release of their sixteenth album\, aptly titled ICONIC (SRG/Universal) and the debut of a PBS special\, The Summit\, alongside The Manhattan Transfer. \nThe new recording\, ICONIC\, is composed of the songs the sextet loves to perform both on stage and for the pure joy of lending their voices to songs that have taken on a greater meaning to them and to their audiences over their career of nearly four decades. These eclectic tunes pay tribute to both the music and the artists that made them famous\, from a fun and vocally significant cover of Justin Timberlake’s Can’t Stop the Feeling\, a unique and harmonic interpretation of Christopher Cross’ Sailing\, Khristian’s melodic and memorable vocal on Norah Jones’ Don’t Know Why to a jazz cover that the Beatles would surely be pleased with of Got To Get You Into My Life. They pay homage to their friend Al Jarreau\, with their rendition of Roof Garden\, and are true to their gospel roots with the hymn Nothing But the Blood. Change The World (Eric Clapton)\, the first single\, was the most-added tune in Smooth Jazz upon its release. Take 6’s last release\, in 2016\, Believe (SRG/Universal) landed on six Billboard charts simultaneously. \nTheir wide array of fans can enjoy their performances on The Summit as part of the Soundstage concert series. The special debuts nationally on the public television network in April 2018. The impressive collaboration with The Manhattan Transfer was recorded at their show in Chicago during their 46-city 2017 tour “THE SUMMIT: The Manhattan Transfer Meets Take 6.” Gleefully for audiences\, the repertoire includes songs neither band has ever recorded. \nTake 6 has admirably and adeptly crossed most musical genres\, from straight-ahead Jazz to Pop to adult R&B\, doo wop to blues. Like a fine-tuned vocal orchestra (Alvin\, bass; Khristian\, baritone; Claude\, Dave\, Mark and Joel\, tenors)\, the group continues to push the boundaries of creativity and musical genius with every new release\, and with their ever-evolving live performances. \nAny singer who aspires for vocal excellence cannot overlook the contributions these men have made to music. Take 6 has performed with and won praise from such luminaries as Stevie Wonder\, Brian Wilson\, Ben E. King\, Ladysmith Black Mambazo\, Al Jarreau\, Ella Fitzgerald\, Ray Charles\, and Whitney Houston\, to name a very few. \nSome of the honors Take 6 has enjoyed over the past few years include being chosen as the first musical group to perform in Cuba at the normalization of relations between our two countries\, and their induction into The Gospel Music Hall of Fame. \nTake 6 has come a long way from their days at Huntsville\, Alabama’s Oakwood College where Claude McKnight formed the group as The Gentleman’s Estates Quartet in 1980. When tenor Mark Kibble heard the group rehearsing in the dorm\, he joined in the harmonies and performed on stage that night. When Mervyn Warren joined shortly afterward\, they took the name Alliance. Yet\, when they signed to Reprise Records/Warner Bros. in 1987\, they found that there was another group with the same name\, so they became Take 6. Says McKnight: “Take 6 was all about a democratic process of sitting in a room together and throwing a couple of hundred names at each other and Take 6 was the one that got the most yay votes [laughing.] It pretty much was a play on the Take 5 jazz standard and the fact that there are six of us in the group\, so it became Take 6.” Their self-titled debut CD won over jazz and pop critics\, scored two 1988 Grammy Awards\, landed in the Top Ten Billboard Contemporary Jazz and Contemporary Christian Charts — and they’ve never slowed down. \nWhat makes the music and the group last this long? The answers are direct and simple: faith\, friendship\, respect\, and love of music. The multi-platinum selling sextet says of their longevity\, “We are family in the sense that we care deeply about each other\, which helps keep us together. We have times when it gets tough\, but we pull together because of the love and respect we have for one another. The group’s willingness to let members do other projects also adds to the brand and the cohesiveness of the group\,” says Joey Kibble. Kibble is a motivational speaker and Alvin Chea does voiceover work session-singing on dozens of TV shows\, feature films and commercials with his uniquely recognizable bass vocals. Two of the members have solo projects in the works\, others produce outside acts\, Mark Kibble arranges for A list artists and McKnight is working on a documentary. “It adds even more credibility and depth to the group as a whole\, enriched by each of our outside skills and experiences\,” Kibble adds.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/take-6-2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261219T213000
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SUMMARY:Liz Longley
DESCRIPTION:Nashville-based singer-songwriter Liz Longley is taking her music on the road this holiday season for a very special first-ever Christmas tour. Known for her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice and deeply personal songwriting\, Liz is embarking on this journey in support of her forthcoming EP\, The Holiday Fuss – a collection of original songs that capture the warmth\, chaos\, and magic of the season. \n“…from Americana and Gospel-flavored soul to shimmering Pop anthems and touches of Jazz.” – BILLBOARD \nAfter releasing her debut Christmas EP A Little Magic in 2020\, Liz adds a second holiday collection to her catalog\, deepening her love for the season and the stories it inspires. For fans who have followed Liz through albums like Funeral For My Past and New Life\, this is a rare and intimate opportunity to experience her in a completely different light – festive\, joyful\, and full of the same emotional depth that has made her one of Americana/folk’s most beloved voices.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/liz-longley-2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260904T141752Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T141752Z
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SUMMARY:White Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with the timeless holiday classic White Christmas. Starring Bing Crosby\, Danny Kaye\, Rosemary Clooney\, and Vera-Ellen\, this beloved musical follows two entertainers who team up with a sister act to save a Vermont inn. Filled with unforgettable songs\, dazzling dance numbers\, and festive charm\, it’s a holiday tradition for all ages.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/white-christmas/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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