Local Colors Artist Cooperative to Celebrate 37 Years on Main Street
On Friday, November 6, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., Local Colors Artists’ Cooperative invites the public to join in celebrating its 37th anniversary. Since 1989, Local Colors has operated as an ongoing center for creativity and commerce in downtown Gloucester.What does it take for a relatively small business to endure for nearly 4 decades? For Local Colors’ member artists, it means taking on the collective responsibility of maintaining a gallery and staying active on the Cape Ann art scene while upholding a
Elizabeth Bish to Present Artist Talk at Rocky Neck Cultural Center
Elizabeth Bish to Present Artist Talk at Rocky Neck Cultural CenterFriday, October 2 at 6:00 PM Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, MA Open Studio on Saturday, October 24 from 2-4 PM51 Main Street (Rear), Gloucester, MA Elizabeth Bish Closing Talk on Friday, October 30 at 6 PM51 Main Street (Rear), Gloucester, MAGloucester, MA The Rocky Neck Art Colony invites the community to join Gloucester artist Elizabeth Bish for an intimate Artist Talk on Friday, October 2, at 6 PM at the
Rocky Neck Art Colony Announces 2026 Beaux Arts Ball Halloween Bash
A spirited night of costumes, live music, dancing, and 12 one-of-a-kind experiences up for bidGLOUCESTER, MA — September 2026 — Get ready for an unforgettable night of Halloween fun, creativity, and Rocky Neck style! The Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC) will host its third annual Beaux Arts Ball Halloween Bash on Saturday, October 24, from 6–10 p.m. at 51 Rocky Neck Restaurant. This is not your ordinary Halloween party. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE. Guests are invited to come dressed to impress—or dressed to
MORE OR LESS: A SHOW ABOUT HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH at Cove Gallery Sept.
Four artists explore the balance between what is shown—and what is left out Gloucester, MA — September 2026 — Rocky Neck Art Colony is pleased to present, a group exhibition bringing together four artists whose work explores the possibilities of abstraction through painting, printmaking, and sculpture. On view September 24 through October 18, at Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue in Gloucester, the exhibition features painters Willie Alexander and Martin Sorger, sculptor Joan Mullen, and printmaker Julia
YES! Rocky Neck Members Year End Show
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: rnac.director@gmail.comYES! Rocky Neck Members Year End ShowLocation: The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, MAExhibition Dates: September 24 – November 1, 2026Opening Reception: Sunday, September 27, 4–6 PMGallery Hours: Friday–Sunday, Noon – 5 PMGloucester, MA – The Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC) is thrilled to announce YES!, the much-anticipated annual members show. This dynamic exhibition brings together an exciting and diverse collection of recent
State Contract Opportunities
The Statewide Contract, FAC120 Landscaping Services, Snow Removal, Tree Services, and Related Services, is reopening for all categories. The Request for Response (RFR) was posted on August 28, 2026, with a bid response date of 10/6/2026 at 2:00 PM. Bid#: BD-27-1080-OSD03- SRC01-131557 https://www.commbuys.com/bso/ Statewide Contract FAC116 will be replaced by a new statewide contract, LND001 Lawns and Grounds Equipment, Parts and Services, with an effective date of May 1, 2027. The Bid# BD-26-1080-
Cape Ann Artisans Announce Fall Open Studios: Experience Art in Fall Colors!
After a full summer of activities and a special one-day event in August, the Cape Ann Artisans are back to their studios to welcome neighbors and visitors the weekend of October 10-11. Many people have never been exposed to “open studios” which was originated here on Cape Ann over 43 years ago. A recent post on the North of Boston Visitor’s and Convention Bureau website sums up the event in this way. “There’s something special about stepping inside an artist’s studio. You don’t just see the finished
A Conversation in Making an Impression: Contemporary Printmaking:Panel Discussion at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck
Making an Impression: Traditional Techniques, Contemporary Vision Panel Discussion Tuesday, September 15, 6–7:30 PMModerator: Stacy Thomas-VickoryPanelists: Lisa Barthelson, Leslie Ann Eliet, Barbara Grad, David Curcio, and David Covert The public is warmly invited to attend this special evening of conversation and to experience the exhibition through the voices of the artists who created it. GLOUCESTER MA — Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC) invites the public to join a lively panel discussion accompanying
Landscaping Services, Snow Removal, Tree Services and Related Services Statewide Contract
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Operational Services Division (OSD), intends to post a solicitation to reopen the FAC120: Landscaping Services, Snow Removal, Tree Services and Related Services Statewide Contract. The contract is being reopened for all categories to add additional vendors. Reopening 26 BD-27-1080-OSD03-SRC01-131557. Access the FAC120 Intent to Post a Bid Solicitation Notice.OSD is anticipating an approximate bid submission closing date in October 2026. For any questions,
