06/10/2025
We are very excited to break bread this Saturday at the UU church in Gloucester, MA! Park on the lawn by 5PM and come enjoy local food and live music with Joe Wilkins and Harrison Schoenfarber. We will have snacks for the kiddos and a fun craft so bring the whole family.
Following the multi-cultural festival, there is a free performance by Michael O'Leary, Gary Dolinsky and author Mia (Maria) Millefoglie at 7:30pm at St. John’s Episcopal church.
This event is an effort to help build community resilience through embracing our city’s history as a portal to its future. Produced by O’Leary, this will be a poignant portrayal of resilience through stories, ballads, and song. Park in the lot off of Washington Street or in the areas surround the church on Middle St.
Both events are free and we look forward to seeing you there!
Sponsored by The Gloucester Cultural Initiative and supported by NOAA, Mass Cultural Council, and the Bruce J. Anderson Foundation. 
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Join us for any or all parts of this special celebration:
🌍 Break Bread | 5:00–7:00 PM
Unitarian Universalist Church, 10 Church Street, Gloucester
The evening begins with a joyful culinary festival! Sample dishes from Cape Ann’s rich tapestry of cultures—including , , , , , and , bring your traditions. Watch and learn as local share their secrets, enjoy and , and participate in crafts and conversation. This is a true feast for the senses—and the . A family celebration kicking off the summer together. Thanks to Mass Cultural Council in See next post for part two of the evening music
PLEASE JOIN US ON JUNE 14TH FOR THESE BACK-TO-BACK EVENTS . . .
🌍 BREAK BREAD | 5:00–7:00 PM
Unitarian Universalist Church, 10 Church Street, Gloucester
Then the Concert!
🎶LOOKING OUT TO SEA⚓️ | 7:30 PM
St. John’s Episcopal Church, 48 Middle Street, Gloucester
As the sun sets, we gather in the serene sanctuary of St. John’s for a stirring concert led by song-searcher Michael O’Leary, accompanied by guitarist Gary Dolinsky. 'Looking Out to Sea' will offer reflections on resilience to extreme climate events in Cape Ann’s history through poetry, song and historical accounts. With special guest speaker, author Maria (Mia) Millefoglie.
This evening of cultural connection and remembrance is free and open to all. Whether you come to share a bite, enjoy a tune, or simply connect with neighbors, we welcome you to celebrate what makes Cape Ann such a vibrant, resilient community.
Presented by: Gloucester Cultural Initiative
With support from: NOAA, Mass Cultural Council, and the Bruce J. Anderson Foundation
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