We are fast approaching the highlight of the summer season in Manchester BTS. Our Club will participate at two locations, Reed Park and the First Parish Chapel. We need volunteers for both locations. Contact Joanne Donnelly (josanibel33@gmail.com) to sign up for slot at Reed Park. Contact Bethany Woods (bethany@bmwoodsllc.com) to sign up for a slot at the Chapel.

Our Reed Park location will be a booth to promote the Club and raffle off a basket. The Chapel location will be a tag sale. Items donated for the tag sale should be acceptable at Second Glance, as they will be picking up all the unsold items.

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                                                   Media Contact:  Michelle Pepin

                                                                          Michelle@CapeAnnChamber.com

For Immediate Release

CHAMBER ANNOUNCES MANCHESTER’S ‘FESTIVAL-BY-THE-SEA’ and ‘sale by the sea’ ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 2ND

The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is excited to present Manchester’s annual ‘Festival-by-the-Sea’, a Cape Ann Classic, in partnership with the Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea and downtown businesses. The festival will be held on Saturday, August 2nd from 10 AM to 4 PM in three Manchester-by-the-Sea town parks: Town Hall, Reed and Masconomo.

Over 90 artisans, food vendors, and non-profits will be on hand, offering original artwork, handmade goods, tasty treats, and more. This family-friendly event includes live outdoor entertainment, restaurants, food trucks, and fun activities for kids, including Face Painting by Miss Wendy and “reptile fun” from the Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team!

DISCOVER DOWNTOWN DEALS AT THE ‘SALE BY THE SEA’

While exploring the festival, don’t miss the ‘Sale by the Sea’ sidewalk sales featuring Manchester’s charming downtown retailers. Local boutiques and specialty shops will showcase unique treasures, coastal-inspired goods, and festival-exclusive discounts right on the sidewalks. The walkable downtown setting makes it easy to hop between festival activities and shopping, while the free shuttle service connects all locations for a full day of entertainment and discovery. It’s the perfect opportunity to support local businesses and take home a special piece of Manchester-by-the-Sea’s distinctive charm.

LIVE MUSIC AT THREE LOCATIONS

We are pleased to announce live music performances at three locations: the Masco Bandstand, Town Hall Park, and the lot at 7 Summer Street. The music in Masco Park is sponsored by Kelly Auto.

Masco Bandstand Schedule:

• 10 AM: Livin’ on Luck
• 12 PM: Joe Wilkins and Friends
• 2 PM: Rob Banks and the Money Makers

Town Hall Park Schedule:

• 11 AM: Liam Anastasia-Murphy
• 12:15 PM: Pete Lindberg
• 1 PM: Matt Rich
• 2:15 PM: Brother Toaster

7 Summer Street:

• 11 AM to 2 PM: Acoustic guitarist Chris J. Carter

FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE

A free shuttle service, sponsored by Beauport Ambulance, will run between the High School lower parking lot and downtown Manchester from 10 AM to 4 PM. Shuttle stops will be made at Masco Park, Town Hall Park, Reed Park, the Manchester Public Library, and 7 Summer Street. The last pick-up of the day will be at 4 PM at Masco Park.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

The Chamber wishes to acknowledge and thank the Manchester Board of Selectmen, the Manchester Fire & Police Departments and Manchester Parks & Recreation for their support and assistance in bringing this festival to life!

We also thank the many business sponsors and downtown merchants for their support in helping to make this year’s Festival-by-the-Sea possible. A listing of the sponsors is provided below:

Gold Sponsors: Applied Materials & Rite Window

Music Stage Sponsors: Kelly Auto (Masco Bandstand)

Shuttle Sponsor: Beauport Ambulance Service

Supporting Sponsors: Cape Ann Savings Bank, Manchester-Essex Rotary Club, & Sullco, Inc.

Congratulations to the Alice Forbes Perkins Hooper Scholarship recipient, Audrey Smith and the Nathan B. Sargent Scholarship recipient, Tess Carpenter. The Manchester Woman’s Club wish you all the best as you start the next chapter of your life.

The Manchester Woman’s Club wants to thank everyone who made our annual April Shower of Prizes fundraiser the most successful to date. Thanks to those who donated the fabulous prizes and to all who bought a chance or chances. Congratulations to our 30 winners. Please know that your participation and the proceeds we realized help the Club give to those in need in our local communities as we have done since 1908. Thank you!

The March meeting of the Manchester Woman’s Club welcomed three new members, Maureen Terrill, Gayle Masiero and Margaret Eklind. Hostesses were Camille Murphy and Laura Winn. Martha Chapman led a craft program of Decoupage Spring Eggs.

At our next meeting, we will be calling on our creative side to decorate eggs with the help of our very own, Martha Chapman. Martha will lead us in the art of decoupage. Bring your creativity and a smock. We’ll have the acetone at the ready for those glued fingers.

The March 18th meeting is at our usual place, the First Parish Church Function Hall. Parking is at a premium — please carpool or call the Council on Aging for the availability of their van, 978-526-7500 and do not arrive before 11:45. Lunch begins at 12, followed by Martha’s program, with a short business meeting just before 2 p.m. Please take a look at the agenda, the minutes of the last meeting and the financial report sent to you via email earlier this week. If you have any questions about anything on the reports, please bring them to Tuesday’s meeting for discussion and clarification.

A reminder that our Ways & Means Committee is conducting another April Shower of Prizes calendar fundraiser. Please purchase 3 chances for yourself and/or for family and friends [1 for $10; 3 for $25]. Odds are fantastic and the prizes are even more astonishing — thanks to donations from members and local businesses. Yeah team!

The Club is a success because of you. Hope to see you this coming Tuesday.