What to see and do on Cape Ann

On Cape Ann, the term "antique" is defined broadly, describing everything from true antiques to second-hand items. Some of both, and a lot in between, are often found in each shop. The greatest concentration of antique shops is in Essex; at least seven are within about a mile of each other, stretched along Route 133 _ just look for the signs. Others are scattered throughout Cape Ann, mostly on main roads and well-identified by signs. The best way to find them is to follow Route 127 around the Cape. Don't forget those in downtown Gloucester, especially in the West End, and along East Main Street in East Gloucester. It's also a good idea to ask each shop owner about the competition. Other good sources of used articles are the many summer yard sales. They are often announced only by makeshift signs, but many are also advertised in the classified pages of the Gloucester Daily Times.

Art associations

North Shore Arts Association, Reed's Wharf, 197 East Main St., Gloucester, 283-1857. Art demonstrations, exhibits, auctions. Special events planned throughout the summer. Hours are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. No, admission. For more information, call 283-1857.

Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St., Rockport. Open all year. Continuous exhibitions of paintings, graphics and sculpture. Workshops and classes for children and adults, demonstrations and other events throughout the summer. Hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. No admission. For more information, call 546-6604.

Art galleries

Cape Ann boasts dozens of art galleries, showing works of both local and nationally known artists, many located on Route 127.

The Rocky Neck Arts Colony, off East Main Street in Gloucester, has been designated by the Smithsonian as the "oldest continually working artists' colony in America." Artists' "shacks" and studios line the wharves, virtually untouched by time. Check the Gloucester Daily Times for special events.

Rockport has many galleries located in the downtown area.

More galleries open every summer on Cape Ann. A partial list can be found in the Yellow Pages. The Weekender section in Thursday's Gloucester Times and the art page in Saturday's Times, during the summer, announces new show openings and exhibits, demonstrations and art lectures.

Art supplies

Brush Strokes ceramics studio, 50 Maplewood Ave., Gloucester, 283-5751. Ceramics classes for adults and children.

ChrisLee DarRand, 1 Maplewood Ave., Gloucester, 281-2821.

Bait and tackle

D & B, 54 Commercial St., Gloucester, 281-1866, 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week.

Fin and Feather, 103 Main St. (South Village Center), Essex, 768-3245, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week.

Fisherman's Outfitter, 20 Main St., Gloucester, 281-0858, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; 8 a.m to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends.

Gleason's Bait & Tackle, 42 Eastern Ave., Gloucester, 283-4414. Open daily, call for hours.

Winchester Fishing Co., 18 Washington St., Gloucester, 283-0757, 5:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week.

Yankee Bait & Tackle, 75 Essex Ave., Gloucester, 281-2204. Fishermen's hours (opening at 5:30 a.m. seven days a week).

Beaches

Because Cape Ann beaches are so popular in the summer, use is restricted primarily to swimming. However, surfing is generally permitted only before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. and skin diving is permitted at all times. The use of inflated rafts, inner tubes and the like is strictly forbidden. Lifeguards, when on duty, are on from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parking lots fill up early on weekends, so arrive early. Parking lots close at 8 or 10 p.m. Barbecues, open fires and overnight camping are prohibited.

Please see the map on pages 40 and 41.

Gloucester

Good Harbor Beach on Thatcher Road and Wingaersheek Beach on Atlantic Street have bathhouses and snack bars. Non-resident parking fees are $10 Monday through Friday and $15 Saturday and Sunday.

Parking for Cressy Beach and Half Moon Beach at Stage Fort Park is $10 on all days.

Plum Cove Beach on Washington Street and Niles Beach on Eastern Point Road have parking for residents only, summer residents with stickers, or tourists with motel courtesy stickers. Neither has a bathhouse or snack bar.

Rockport

Front Beach and Back Beach on Beach Street; Old Garden Beach off Old Garden Road; Long Beach off Thatcher Road; Cape Hedge Beach, South Street; and Pebble Beach, Penzance Road. toilet facilities at Long Beach,Front and Back beaches but no bathhouses. Limited parking for visitors. Parking stickers are required.

Essex

Chebacco Lake off Western Avenue (Route 22) in Centennial Grove, fresh water swimming; Clammer's Beach, Conomo Point Road. Parking is by sticker, available to Essex residents. No bathhouse or snack bar.

Manchester

Singing Beach at the end of Beach Street; White Beach on Ocean Street, open to the public, but parking, with stickers, is for residents only. Monday to Thursday, visitors can pay $15 to park at Singing Beach. Bathhouse and snack bar at Singing Beach.

Bike rentals

Harborside Cycle, 48 Rogers St., Gloucester, 281-7744.

Seaside Cycle, 23 Elm St., Manchester, 526-1200.

Boat launch

Essex Town Landing, Main Street (Route 133) next to Story Shipyard. Parking only for residents with stickers.

Essex Marina, 35 Dodge St., Essex, 768-6833. Call for more information, including ramp fees.

Perkins Marina, Main Street, Essex, 768-7145. Launching for a fee.

Gloucester Municipal Ramp, behind the high school, 281-9790. Charge for non-residents on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays; free weekdays.

Granite Pier Ramp, Granite Street, Rockport, 546-3851. Charge for non-residents includes parking.

Manchester Marine, Ashland Ave., Manchester. Launching charge $6-a-foot round trip, advance notice required. No ramp, lift only. No launching on Sundays. Call 526-7911.

Boat rentals

Essex River Basin Adventures, 768-3722. 66 Rear Main St., Essex at Essex Shipbuilding Museum boatyard off Route 133. Daily guided sea kayak tours for novice or experienced paddlers in and around Essex River islands and estuaries. Three hour, daylong, sunset, moonlit, instructional clinics, youth adventure programs and private training. Tour prices from $35 per person. Midweek and senior discounts. Reservations required.

Seatopia Dive Ventures, Old Harbor Road, Rockport, 546-9411. Rent fishing skiffs, kayaks, motorized inflatables and sailboats. Call for information on rates and availability.

Sun Splash Boat Rental, 233 E. Main St. in Gloucester, 283-4722. Outboard motor boats available for weekly, daily ($85) or half-day ($60) rentals. Reservations requested.

Bookstores

Bookends, 132 Main St., Gloucester, 281-2053. Open seven days a week. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Large selection of popular paperbacks, magazines, hardcovers and newspapers.

The Bookstore, 61 Main St., Gloucester, 281-1548. Beginning in July, open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sundays noon to 6 p.m. Fiction, non-fiction, magazines, hardcovers and paperbacks, children's books, plus books on boating, cooking, poetry, outdoors, antiques, and art. Local books and maps. Wide selection of greeting and note cards. Special orders.

Dogtown Book Shop, 2 Duncan St., 281-5599, Gloucester, Open seven days a week, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, Sunday noon to 5 p.m. and open Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Featuring a wide variety of all sorts of used books.

The English Bookshop, 22 Rocky Neck Ave., Gloucester, 283-8981. Open Monday through Saturday, from about 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays by chance. Specializing in traditional children's books, particularly fairy tales. Also features second-hand books, especially on nautical subjects, and women's writings. Wide general stock of used books.

Strawberry Barrel Books, 42 Rogers St., Gloucester, 281-8871. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Closed Sundays. Featuring second-hand general interest books, both paperback and hardcover. Also conducts book searches.

Ten Pound Island Book Co., 77 Langsford St. (Route 127), 282-4569 or 283-5299. Open Thursday through Sunday noon to 5 p.m. featuring old and used books of all kinds, and specializing in local history and maritime books.

Books from Yesterday, 20 Main Street, Rockport, 546-7228. Open daily, except Tuesday, from noon to 6 p.m. Specializes in modern first edition, used and collectible books.

Toad Hall Book Store, 51 Main St., Rockport, 546-7323. Open seven days a week, with evening hours in the summer. Open at 9 a.m. Monday through Saturday; 1 p.m. on Sunday. In July and August open until 9 p.m. Large selection of paperbacks and hardcovers; featuring environmental books, children's books, local interest and art and travel books. Profits go to environmental groups.

Manchester By The Book, 27 Union St., Manchester-by-the-Sea, 525-2929. Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Both general interest new and used books.

Bowling

Cape Ann Bowling Center, 53 Gloucester Ave., Gloucester, 283-9753. 20 candlepin lanes. Hours Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sundays from noon to 11 p.m.

Bus service

The Cape Ann Transportation Authority (CATA) operates to all parts of Cape Ann Monday through Saturday. On Sundays, there is an around the Cape trolley service. For information, call 283-7916.

Camping

Camp Annisquam Campground, Stanwood Point, West Gloucester, 283-2992. 40 tent and trailer sites. $17 for two people in May, June, Sept., $18 for two in July and August; with water and electric add $3; extra adult $5; children 14 and under $2; Also, 30 rooms at $126 weekly. Several small cottages. Swimming pool; directly on salt water. Fishing and laundry on premises. Pets allowed on leash.

Cape Ann Campsite, 80 Atlantic St., West Gloucester, 283-8683. 250 tent, trailer and motorhome sites. $18 for two people, $22 with electricity and water (two people), $26 with sewer (two people), $6 for each additional adult, $1 for each additional child. The fax number is 283-5976.

Churches

Gloucester

Annisquam Village Church, Washington and Leonard streets, 281-0376. Non-denominational service Sunday, 10 a.m.

Assembly of God, 211 Washington St., 283-1736. Services Sunday, 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Calvary Chapel Baptist Church, 384 Washington St., 283-8856 or 283-8266. Services Sunday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Cape Ann Bible Church, 78 Concord St., 281-3941. Worship on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Christian Science Reading Room, 16 Pleasant St., 283-1865. Open noon to 3 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Community Church of East Gloucester, 7 Chapel St., 283-5527. Sunday service, 10:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church, 38 Gloucester Ave., 283-4808. Sunday service, 10 a.m.

First Church of Christ, Scientist, 6 Wonson St., Rocky Neck, 283-1865, Wednesday service, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday service, 10 a.m.

Gloucester United Methodist Church, 281-1040. 436 Washington St. Sunday service, 10 a.m.

Independent Christian Church, Unitarian-Universalist, corner of Church and Middle streets, 283-3410. Sunday service, 10 a.m.

Lanesville Orthodox Congregational Church (Evangelical), 1120 Washington St., 283-2345. Sunday service, 10 a.m.

Our Lady of Good Voyage Church, 142 Prospect St., 283-1490. Masses Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 7, 8:30 (children's Mass), 10 and 11:45 a.m.; daily, 8:30 a.m.

Sacred Heart Church, 1035 Washington St., 283-4457. Saturday, 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8:15 and 10:30 a.m. Daily, 7 a.m.

St. Ann Church, 76 Pleasant St., 283-0054. Masses: Saturday, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 8:30 and 10:30; weekdays at Chapel of Mary, Monday through Friday at noon.

St. Anthony's Chapel, Farrington Avenue. Starting May 30, Masses on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 11 a.m.

St. Joseph's Chapel, Ocean Avenue, Magnolia. Mass Sunday at 10 a.m.

St. John's Episcopal Church, 48 Middle St., 283-1708. Services Sunday at 8 and 9:30 a.m.; Wednesday at 12:15 p.m.

St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1123 Washington St., 283-6550. Services Sunday, 10 a.m.

St. Peter's Church, Sayward Street, 283-0874. As of May 30, Masses Saturday, 4 p.m.; Sunday, 8 and 9:30

Temple Ahavat Achim, 86 Middle St., 281-3878. Saturday Sabbath services at 9 a.m. On July 21, Tisha B'Av at 8 p.m., reading of Book of Lamentations. New Year falls on Sept. 10, Rosh Hashanna on Sept. 11 and 12, and Yom Kippur on evening of Sept. 19, services throughout the day on Sept. 20.

Trinity Congregational Church, corner School and Middle streets, 283-1442. Sunday service at 10:30 a.m.; after June 27, at 10 a.m.

Union Congregational Church, 3 Norman Ave., 525-3346 or 525-3891. Sunday, 9:30 a.m.

West Gloucester Trinitarian Congregational Church, 488 Essex Ave., 283-2817. Services Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

Rockport

First Baptist Church, Harvey Park, corner of Broadway and Mount Pleasant, 546-6121. Services Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

First Church of Christ, Scientist, 7 Main St., 546-2392. Sunday service and Sunday school at 10 a.m. Wednesday service at 8 p.m.

First Congregational Church, (Old Sloop Church), corner of School and Main streets, 546-6638. Sunday service, 10 a.m.

First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4 Cleaves St., 546-2989, Sunday service 10:30 a.m., 10 a.m. as of June 20.

Pigeon Cove Chapel, 155 Granite Street in Pigeon Cove, 546-2523, Sunday service at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 7 p.m.

St. Joachim's Catholic Church, Broadway, 546-6756. Services weekdays, 9 a.m. except Friday; Saturday, 5 p.m.; Sunday, 8:30, 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 24 Broadway, 546-3421. Sunday services, 8 and 10 a.m., starting June 20 through Labor Day.

United Methodist Church, 36 Broadway, 546-2093 or 546-2224, Services Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

Essex

Fair Haven Chapel, non-sectarian, 180 Western Ave., 768-6180; Sunday service, 10 a.m.

First Congregational Church, 39 Main St., 768-7855, Sunday service, 9:30 a.m., June 20 through Labor Day.

First Universalist Church, Main Street, 768-3690. Sunday service, 10 a.m. throughout the summer. The church will be closed the four Sundays in July for painting.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Main Street, 768-6284. Masses on Saturday, 5 p.m.; Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m.

United Methodist Church, Eastern Avenue, 768-6443, Sunday, 9:30 a.m.

Manchester

First Baptist Church, 20 School St., 526-4283. Sunday, 10:45 a.m. through June 20; then 9:30 a.m. for the summer.

First Parish Church, Congre-gational: On the Village Green, 526-7661, Service on Sunday, 10 a.m. through June; in July through Labor Day, Sunday services at 9 a.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 62 School St., 526-1263. Beginning June 1, Masses Saturday at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Sunday at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.; weekdays, except Wednesdays, at 7 a.m.

Fishing trips

Capt. Bill and Sons, daily scheduled trips and private charters available, leaving from Harbor Loop off Rogers Street, behind Captain Carlo's Seafood. Half-day fishing, July 1 through Labor Day. Saturday and Sunday at 8 a.m. Adults $24, children (under 16) $19, seniors (over 60) $19. Night bluefishing, July 1 through mid-September on Friday and Saturday evenings, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., $33 per person. Rod and reel is included on day trips; bait is free on all trips. Call 283-6995.

Capt. Tom's, the town landing at St. Peter's Square, Tom Lukegord, skipper. 281-5411. 65-foot party boat, salt water fishing. $42 per person, $38 for senior citizens, military and college students (with ID card), children under 14, $25. Also, special trips and marathons. May through September, trips leave on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Friday trips are 4 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday trips are 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Boat available for charter on selected Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. In July and August, a shark watch will be offered.

The Yankee Fleet, Cape Ann Marina, 75 Essex Ave., Gloucester, 283-0313. All-day, half-day and overnight deep-sea fishing trips. All-day weekday trips leave at 7 a.m., return at 4 p.m.; all-day weekend trips leave at 6 and 7 a.m., return at 3 and 4 p.m. Fare, $37.50, tackle rental $4. Bait supplied. Morning trips from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. seven days a week, after May 24. Afternoon trips 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays, and 2:30 to 7 p.m. on weekends. Fare $25 for adults, $20 for children under 12 and seniors, tackle included. Overnight and multiple-day trips also scheduled (call for rates and information). Also bluefishing Fridays and Saturdays, leaving at 7:30 p.m. and return at midnight. $35 for adults, $29 for children and seniors. $4 for tackle. July 1 through mid-September (call for rates and information).

Three Lanterns Fishing Charters, 3-5 Parker St., Gloucester, 281-2080. All-day, half-day deep-sea fishing trips, whale watches and special events from May through November. Bait and tackle for fishing supplied by the two-person crew. Prices range from $400 to $700, per group. Maximum of six people. Call for information on times and dates.

Golf courses

Candlewood Golf Club, Essex Road, Route 133, Ipswich, 356-5377. Public nine-hole course. Open daily; Monday through Friday, $11 for nine and $16 for 18; weekends, $12 for nine and $17 for 18. After 5 p.m., each day, $9. Golden age days (60 or over) $2 off.

Cape Ann Golf Course, John Wise Avenue, Route 133, Essex, 768-7544. Public nine-hole course. Weekdays $15 for nine holes, $25 for 18. Weekends $17 for nine, $27 for 18. Senior citizens' green fees on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays: $13 for nine and $23 for 18. Carts $11 for nine, $22 for 18. Ladies Days every Tuesday, $13 for nine and $23 for 18. Junior (15 and under) everyday rates, $13 for nine and $23 for 18.

Rockport Golf Club, Country Club Road off South Street, Rockport, 546-3340. Nine-hole course. Semi-private. Non-members may play on weekdays by calling ahead one day for tee times. Members only weekends until 3:30 p.m. Guests playing with a member, $16 for 9 holes, $24 for 18 holes. Playing without a member, $17 for nine holes and $26 for 18 holes. Carts available.

Information

Municipal information booths, offering information on accommodations, dining and attractions, are located in Gloucester at Stage Fort Park on Hough Avenue, open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekends. Call 281-8865 for information. , Open seven days a week until the third week in September. After that, open four days a week until Oct. 30. Other booths are at the Chamber of Commerce visitor's center and office at 33 Commercial St., 283-1601, open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Private booth at Harbor Loop and Rogers Street is staffed by the Yankee Fleet.

In Rockport, there is a booth on Upper Main Street, open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and Sunday noon to 4 p.m. Information about all of Cape Ann is also available at the Burger King restaurant on Route 128 in Beverly.

Libraries

Sawyer Free Library, 2 Dale Ave., Gloucester, 281-9763. Open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. From the mid-June to mid-September, the library closes at 1 p.m. on Saturday and is closed Sunday.

TOHP Burnham (Essex) Public Library, Martin St., Essex, 768-7410. Open Monday through Friday, 1 to 5 p.m. and Monday evenings 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Rockport Public Library, 17 School St., 546-6934. Open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 1 to 8 p.m.; Tuesday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 6 p.m. Closed Friday. On the fourth Tuesday of each month, the hours are noon to 5 p.m. The Rockport Room featuring local history is open from 1 to 8 p.m. on Mondays.

Isabel Babson Memorial Library, 69 Main St., Gloucester, 283-5624, specializing in books on child care and family living. Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Magnolia Library Center, 1 Lexington Ave., Magnolia, 525-3343. Open Monday and Wednesday, 2 to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon.

Manchester Public Library, Union Street, Manchester, 526-7711. Open Monday, 10 to 8 p.m.; Tuesday through Thursday, 1 to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 to 1 p.m. Closed Saturdays July through Labor Day.

Marine service

Gloucester Harbormaster's office, 282-3012.

Rockport Harbormaster's office, 546-9589.

Included below are local marinas and boat repair yards, as well as businesses that provide repairs, parts or supplies, or marine electronics work.

B & N Fishing Gear, 53 Maplewood Ave., Gloucester, 283-8448.

Beacon Marine Basin Inc., 211 East Main St., Gloucester, 283-2380.

Brown's Yacht Yard, r139 East Main St., Gloucester, 281-3200.

Building Center, 1 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, 283-3060

Cape Ann Marina Corp., 75 Essex Ave., Gloucester, 283-2112.

Enos Marine Inc., Parker Street, Gloucester, 281-1935.

Essex Marina Corporation, 35 Dodge St., Essex, 768-6833.

Fisherman's Outfitter, 20 Main St., Gloucester, 281-0858.

Fin and Feather, 103 Main St., Essex, 768-3245.

Gloucester Marina, 30 Marsh St., Gloucester, 283-2828.

Manchester Marine Corp., 17 Ashland Ave., Manchester, 526-7911.

Nelson's, 284 Main St., Gloucester, 283-5675.

Perkins Marina, 82 Main St., Essex, 768-7145.

Pike Marine, 80 Main St., Essex, 768-7161 (service and sales).

River Boatworks, 29 Ferry St., Gloucester, 281-1303

Rose's Marine and Yacht Yard, Rear 365 Main St., Gloucester, 283-3334, 283-0280 or 283-0293.

Seatronics Co., 173 East Main St., Gloucester, 281-0034 or 283-7657.

S.S. Crocker Boat Yard, 15 Ashland Ave., Manchester, 526-1971.

Three Lanterns Ship Supply, 3-5 Parker St., Gloucester, 281-2080. Boat supplies.

Movies

Gloucester Cinema, 75 Essex Ave., Gloucester. First-run films, 283-9188.

Little Arts Cinema, 18 Broadway, Rockport, 546-2548. Variety of European and contemporary films nightly, call for exact times.

Cabot Street Cinema Theatre, Cabot Street, Beverly, 927-3677.

Museum Place Cinemas, Museum Place Mall, Salem, 744-3700.

Newburyport Screening Room, 82 State Street, Newburyport, 462-3456. www.newburyportmovies.com

Hoyts Salisbury Cinema, Salisbury, 465-7641. www.portsmouth.nh.com

Loews Cinema at Liberty Tree Mall, Endicott Street, exit 24 off Rte 128. 750-9019. 20 screens.

Warwick Cinema, 121 Pleasant St., Marblehead, (781) 631-0350.

Museums

Gloucester

Adventure, a 121-foot wooden fishing schooner and a National Historic Landmark, is open for tours Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., through August. Admission is free, while donations are accepted. Located at the Gloucester Marine Railways on Harbor Loop, the schooner is being restored and serves as a monument to the fishing industry. Sunday brunches are scheduled to begin July 4, from 9 a.m. to noon, offering schooner fare served by a volunteer crew with prices under $10, and will last through August. The schooner also offers educational programs. Programs for families, covering topics from knots to seaweed, are on Saturdays and Sundays in June, beginning June 12. Saturday programs are from 10 a.m. until noon. Sunday programs are from 1 to 3 p.m. Cost is $15 per adult/child pair, with programs limited to 10 pairs. Programs for children are offered in July and August, Tuesdays through Fridays, beginning July 6. Those run from 10 a.m. until noon, at a cost of $10 per child, and are also limited to a maximum of 10 children. The schooner is available for private functions, as well. Call 281-8079 for more information.

Annisquam Historical Society, Leonard Street, Annisquam. Housed in the old fire house, with relics of "Old Squam," including photos, prints, documents and one of the original stagecoaches that ran between Annisquam Village and Gloucester in the mid-1800s. Exhibit of Martha Harvey photos of Annisquam from 1885 to 1920, with reprints for sale. Open June 14 through September, Mondays, 2 to 4 p.m., and Thursday evenings from 7 to 9. Free. Also open by appointment. Call Tom O'Keefe at 283-1426.

Beauport Museum, 75 Eastern Point Boulevard, 283-0800. Beauport on Gloucester's Eastern Point Boulevard was summer home of architect-decorator Henry Davis Sleeper. Priceless furnishings and interiors represent different periods of American life, 45 rooms. Tours on the hour. Admission is $6 for adults, $5.50 senior citizens, $3 children 6 to 12, under 6 free. Free for Gloucester residents and members of the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities (SPNEA). Open weekdays beginning May 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., except for a special, free admission open house June 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beginning Sept. 15, the museum is open seven days each week, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open through Oct. 15 (closed Memorial Day, Labor Day, July 4).

Cape Ann Historical Museum, 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester, offers the nation's largest collection of paintings and drawings by Fitz Hugh Lane (1804-1865) as well as American decorative arts and furnishings. Fisheries and maritime history collections include rare tools, artifacts, schooner models, an outfitted Cape Ann dory and historic photographs. The museum also features the granite quarrying gallery, which combines historic photographs, paintings, tools and equipment, and the furnished home of Elias Davis, built in 1804. Special exhibition of paintings by Stuart Davis in Gloucester from June 5 through Nov. 27. The annual fund-raiser, "the Captain's Birthday Party" is June 19. Tickets are $40 each. Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: $4 adults, $3 students, $3.50 seniors, children under 6 free. Call 283-0455.

Gloucester Fishermen's Museum, Roger's Street, Gloucester. At Seven Seas Wharf, next to the Gloucester House restaurant, the museum is dedicated to preserving the culture of Gloucester fishermen and their families and includes artifacts, photographs and sea stories. Open daily beginning June 1, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults, $1.75 for senior citizens and children 16 and younger. Free for children 6 and under. Call 281-1820.

Hammond Castle Museum, Hesperus Avenue, Magnolia. A replica of a medieval castle, built from portions of homes and churches abroad, to house the classic and medieval art collection of John Hays Hammond Jr. Great Hall contains a 8,200-pipe organ used for concerts throughout the year. Tours, $6 for adults, $4 for children 12 and under, children under 4 free, and $5 for senior citizens and college students. Art lectures, early music concerts, exhibitions, children's workshops and special events from time to time. Call 283-2080 for information.

Magnolia Historical Society, Magnolia Historical Room at 1 Lexington Ave., Magnolia; Judy Gilliss, curator at 525-3070. Covers the history of Magnolia from the 1620s through today, with an emphasis on Magnolia's hotel era from the 1860s to the 1960s. Art by Frank Knox, Morton Rehn and others. Open weekends from June 26 to Labor Day: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. After Labor Day through the end of September, hours are Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Call curator to arrange a visit by appointment.

Old Leonard School, Leonard Street, Annisquam. Former school building now houses both a local art gallery and the Annisquam Exchange, for sale of antiques, prints, paintings, handcrafts and gifts. Exchange and gallery are open June 14 through mid-September, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Exchange is also open Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Admission is free.

Sargent House Museum, 49 Middle St., 281-2432. The museum is an 18th-century home of writer and activist Judith Sargent Murray, wife of Rev. John Murray, the founder of Universalism in America. The house contains period and personal furnishings of the four families who occupied it _ the Sargents, Gilmans, Murrays and Houghs _ and also a collection of works by John Singer Sargent. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, noon to 4 p.m., Memorial Day to Columbus Day. Admission is $3, and $2 for seniors. Free to Gloucester residents, members, and children under 12.

Rockport

James Babson Cooperage Shop, Route 127 just over the Gloucester line. Small, one-story brick building containing early American tools and furniture. Open July through Labor Day. Free.

Paper House, 52 Pigeon Hill St. (turn left at Pigeon Cove post office). Built in 1924, mostly of old newspapers, specially treated and rolled. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission by donation, $1 adults, 50 cents children 6-14, under 6 free. Paper House includes desks, chairs, lamps, tables and other furnishings made entirely of old newspapers. Special tours may be arranged through Rockport Board of Trade, 546-6575, or by calling Selma Curtis, 546-2629.

Sandy Bay Historical Society and Museum, Sewall Scripture House, 40 King St., Rockport. 546-9533. Built by Levi Sewall in 1832 with granite from his quarry. Exhibits include victorian parlor, marine room, keeping room, military room, local artworks, quarrying tools, children's room, Hannah Jumper exhibit, genealogical material and a library. This summer features an exhibit of Murial Hudson's pencil drawings depicting Rokcport about 55 years ago. The society also offers tours of the Old Castle, a salt box built in 1715 by Jethro Wheeler, located on Granite Street in Pigeon Cove. It includes exhibits on Dogtown, local history, quarries and tools. The Sewall House is open, June 13 through Sept. 15, Monday through Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. Library is open Mondays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Old Castle is open Saturdays in July and August, 2 to 5 p.m. Other times by appointment with the curator. Admission includes both museums: $3 adults, $2 seniors and children, 12 and under free. Membership: $10 for a single, $15 for a family.

Essex

Essex Shipbuilding Museum, 66 and 28 Main St., 768-7541. Focus on town's shipbuilding heritage with rare photographs, tools, plans, a full-sized ship's frame and various hands-on displays. Six rigged ship models and various rare half-hulls on permanent loan from the Smithsonian Institution, as well as a model from the New York Yacht Club. A 30-foot Chebacco is displayed in the creek beside the museum. Open 1 to 4 p.m., Tuesdays through Sunday. Summer hours are subject to change, call in advance. Cost is $4 adults, $3 senior citizens, free for children under 6 and members. A variety of marine resource technology courses are offered at the museum's Waterline Center. Call for details.

Cogswell's Grant, Spring Street, 768-3632. The farmhouse features one of the premiere collections of folk art in the country. The collection reflects Bertram and Nina Fletcher Little's shared sense of humor and their scholarly bent. The persimmon-colored house, built in 1730 by Jonathan Cogswell, sits on a rise overlooking saltmarsh and the Essex River. Open June 1 through Oct. 15, Wednesday through Sunday with tours every hour from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Manchester

Manchester Historical Society, Trask House Museum, 10 Union St. Former residence of Mrs. Abigail Hooper Trask, a businesswoman, and Capt. Richard Trask, one of town's most successful 19th-century sea captains. The museum features a mixture of federal, Victorian and other period pieces including fine arts and decorative arts. Collection of furniture manufactured in the Manchester area. Photographs of early summer homes. The Seaside No. 1, an old fire house with early 19th-century fire engines, is available for viewing nearby. A summer exhibit features artifacts, posters and photographs related to Manchester men who served in World War I. Open from July 10 to Aug. 29 on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Other times by appointment, including September tours for school groups. For information, call 526-7230.

Music, dance

Windhover, 257 Granite St., Route 127, Rockport. Windhover is a performing arts center in a rustic setting near Rockport's Halibut Point. During the summer, it runs a regular program of dance, jazz and cabaret music. Concerts are performed in a restored barn, dance pieces are performed outdoors. Refreshments are served during the performances. For tickets and other information, call 546-3611, or write P.O. Box 2249, Rockport, Mass., 01966.

Rockport Legion Band plays every Sunday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in July and August at the bandstand in Rockport near Back Beach on Beach Street.

Stage Fort Park Bandstand Series, concerts every Sunday July and August at the Tony Gentile Memorial Bandstand in Stage Fort Park off Western Avenue from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 281-0543.

Nightspots

Gloucester

Cameron's, 206 Main St., 281-1331. Frank Gentile and Friends acoustic jam every Wednesday; live bands Thursday through Saturday. Sunday is open mike.

Dockside Bar and Grill, 77 Rocky Neck Ave., 281-4554. Friday and Saturday, live entertainment and dancing. Reggae on Sunday. Call for other scheduled entertainment.

Gloucester House Restaurant, Seven Seas Wharf on Rogers Street, 283-1812. Piano player Fridays and Saturdays during dinner, 10 to 11 p.m. Live entertainment Friday to Sunday.

Rhumb Line, 40 Railroad Ave. 283-9732. Bar open until 12:30 a.m. Live music nightly except Tuesday; open mike on Thursday, acoustic music on Wednesday and Sunday, blues/R&B on Friday and Saturday.

Rudder, 73 Rocky Neck Ave., 283-7967. Piano and live entertainment.

Studio, 51 Rocky Neck Ave., 283-4123. Piano bar Thursday through Saturday starting at 8 p.m. Jazz on Sunday.

Essex

Lobster Trap Pub, Main Street, behind Woodman's on the Causeway, Route 133, 768-3557. Live music weekends. Also serving food from 5 to 10 p.m.

Red Barrel, 171 Eastern Ave., Route 133, 768-7210. Daisy Nell & Captain Stan performing Wednesdays. Folk and Chanteys, 8 to 10:30 p.m. No cover, handicapped accessible.

Woodman's restaurant, top deck, Route 133. Live music Tuesday nights through Thursday nights. 768-6057.

Parks

Gloucester

Annisquam Lighthouse, Norwood Heights. The roads are narrow and parking very limited, but visitors are permitted to drive through the private residential area to see the Annisquam Lighthouse on Wigwam Point.

Bass Rocks, Atlantic Road. The drive along Atlantic Road overlooking Bass Rocks is one of the most popular scenic routes, including beaches and shorefront. It is private, and no parking is allowed.

Dog Bar Breakwater and Eastern Point Lighthouse, Eastern Point. The breakwater is a half-mile stretch of Cape Ann granite, built to provide a safe haven for boats in Gloucester Harbor. A leisurely walk along the breakwater affords a spectacular view. Adjacent to the breakwater is Eastern Point Light, built in 1890, and the Eastern Point Wildlife Sanctuary, maintained by the Massachusetts Audubon Society.

Dogtown. Those who love history, geology, bird watching, nature and blueberrying will enjoy some leisurely hours tramping through the 3,000 acres of Dogtown. Stone cellar holes are all that remain of the abandoned farming village from the 18th century. Huge glacial boulders and terminal moraines invite geological speculation. The main road through Dogtown begins off Cherry Street, just past Reynard Street, in Riverdale. Another way in is from the Blackburn Industrial Park, off Blackburn Circle on the Route 128 extension.

Goose Cove Reservation, off Washington Street. A gravel driveway off the northbound lane of Washington Street leads to a small parking lot for the 26-acre Goose Cove Reservation.

Lane's Cove, Plum Cove and Hodgkins Cove, Route 127 (Washington Street). These small, sheltered harbors deserve a leisurely exploration on foot or bicycle. Lane's Cove in Lanesville and Hodgkins Cove in Bay View are reminiscent of the earlier days of the granite quarrying industry. Since 1971, Hodgkins Cove has been home to University of Massachusetts marine biological research laboratory. Plum Cove offers the only public swimming beach on the bay shore.

Rafe's Chasm Reservation off Hesperus Avenue in Magnolia. A small parking turnoff and a path through the woods lead to a picnic spot on the massive rocky cliffs. Rafe's Chasm itself, a prodigious 200-foot-long, 10-foot-wide crack in the solid ledge, is located in front of private property. There is no public access. The chasm and the nearby Norman's Woe reef are best seen by boat.

Ravenswood Park off Western Avenue. This forest is ideal for hiking, bird watching and picnicking. There are 500 unspoiled acres with four to five miles of well laid-out paths through the stands of hardwood and evergreen.

Stacy Boulevard on Western Avenue. The picturesque half-mile Boulevard overlooks Gloucester Harbor and is graced by the statue of the Man at the Wheel, a memorial to the Gloucester fishermen lost at sea. The Boulevard is ideal for fishing, strolling and photographing.

Stage Fort Park off Hough Avenue, near Stacy Boulevard. Cape Ann's most historic spot. Gloucester's first settlers set up their fishing stages in the fields in 1623. A fort was built for defense during the Revolutionary War, then rebuilt during the War of 1812 and the Civil War. The park has two public beaches, a refreshment stand, a playground, picnic areas and a view of Gloucester Harbor. A great place for children to roam the many trails, especially the one around Tablet Rock.

Ten Pound Island in Gloucester Harbor. Although accessible only by boat, Ten Pound Island is a unique spot to have a picnic lunch and enjoy the activity of the harbor.

Rockport

Bearskin Neck Breakwater in downtown Rockport. Past the specialty shops and snack bars on Bearskin Neck, the long ledge of the breakwater juts out into Rockport Harbor. From this vantage point, visitors view the comings and goings of the harbor. Parking is available off Route 127 with a shuttle bus running to downtown.

Folly Cove, Route 127. This is a sheltered cove with an expansive view of the rocky coastline. A snack bar and restaurant are close by.

Granite Pier Wharf off Granite Street, Rockport. A long jetty of Rockport granite affords a view of Sandy Bay and the rugged shoreline. The wharf is an excellent spot for fishing or watching sailboat races. There is a parking fee for this area.

Halibut Point Reservation, Gott Street, Rockport. A 10-minute walk along a dirt path leads to a unique stretch of flat coastal rocks suitable for picnicking and enjoying the sun and sea. Parking is available in an adjacent lot for a fee.

The Headlands, Atlantic Avenue, Rockport. A rocky point with benches and paths, the Headlands is to the right of the entrance of Rockport Harbor. It can be reached off Atlantic Avenue, where there is limited parking, but is a brief walk from downtown. Overlooking the open bay in one direction and the harbor in the other, it is a good site for boat watching.

Millbrook Meadow, King Street, Rockport. This meadow, with its wildflowers, trees and pond, is hidden behind the houses on King Street. It is a popular place for a picnic with children.

Pigeon Hill, Landmark Lane, Rockport. Rising nearly 200 feet, Pigeon Hill presents a panorama of Ipswich Bay to the west and Sandy Bay to the east. If one doesn't mind sharing this spot with a water storage tank, it is an unusual place for picnicking and relaxing, away from the crowds.

Pingree Park, Story Street. Softball field, two tennis courts, basketball court, playground equipment.

Rockport High School, Jerden's Lane. Outdoor basketball, four tennis courts, backboard, track, fields, playground.

Essex

Agassiz Rock Reservation, Southern Avenue off School Street in Essex. An uphill path leading through woodlands emerges into the open Beaverdam Hill, near the site of two gigantic glacial boulders, products of the ice age in America. Picnicking and hiking are allowed in this 106-acre reservation.

Centennial Grove on Chebacco Lake. Essex and Gloucester residents only. A parking sticker is required. Bathing, boating, playing field.

Crane Beach, off Argilla Road, Ipswich. Although crowded and costly on weekends, the five miles of white sand beach and natural sand dunes offer an experience rivaled only by sand hiking on Cape Cod.

Essex Elementary School, Story Street. Extensive playground equipment.

Memorial Park, behind Town Hall, Martin Street. Playground equipment, two tennis courts, two Little League fields and one baseball field. Snack bar open during ball games.

Manchester

Coach Ed Field Playground behind Memorial School off Brook Street. Baseball and softball fields, limited playground equipment, two tennis courts.

Eaglehead Park, Summer Street. Residents only. Basketball courts, baseball and softball fields.

Masconomo Park, off Beach Street just beyond the railroad tracks.Resident and visitor parking. No barbecue pits, grills or tables.

Seaside Park, Beach Street, across from railroad station and parking lot, skirts Inner Harbor. Benches available but no tables, barbecue pits or grills. Limited Parking available in lot behind supermarket by the railroad tracks. Limited parking is available for $15 on weekends and holidays and $10 for weekdays.

Tuck's Point, off Bridge and Harbor streets, south of town along the water. Parking for residents only. Grills and a few picnic tables available.

Sailing

Sloop Boat Charters, take friends and family on sailing, lobstering, and picnics trips aboard an historic 1910 Friendship fishing boat. The Chrissy carries up to six passengers; cost is $10 per person, per hour. For reservations and more information call 768-2569.

Sandy Bay Yacht Club, T-Wharf, Rockport, 546-9433. Lessons are open to all, June 28 through July 23 and July 26 through Aug. 25. For fees and information, contact Ron Petoff at 546-9433.

Schooner Thomas E. Lannon, 63R Roger St., Gloucester. 281-6634. New 65-foot Essex-built wooden schooner carries up to 49 passengers on daily two-hour sailing trips from the Gloucester House Restaurant. Feature trips in July and August include "Two-fer" day on Tuesday, "Bert & I" humor on Wednesday's sunset said, music cruises on Thursday's sunset sail, Friday night lobsterbakes and historic storytelling sails on Saturday. Adults $25, seniors $22, children 16 and under $17. Also available for private charter. Call 281-6634 for reservation.

Saunas

Reino's Sauna, 40 Stockholm Ave., Pigeon Cove, Rockport. 546-2894. Wood-fired, steam-style sauna. Open Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday by appointment.

Scuba

Cape Ann Divers, Star Market complex, 127 Eastern Ave., 281-8082. Scuba and snorkeling equipment sales and service, rentals, boat charters, dive trips, air, repairs and instruction. Open year round. Summer hours, beginning in May and lasting until November, are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekends.

Sightseeing

Agawam Boat Charters, Essex, 768-1114. Offers private pleasure cruising excursions along the Essex River aboard a 24-foot pontoon boat accommodating up to 10 passengers. Charter The Sachem for any occasion. Private charters can be designed. New in 1999 are sport fishing charters, call for more information. Rates are $400 full day, $220 half day, $60 per hour. River cruises led by Capt. Ted, knowledgeable in local history and nature. Advance reservations required. The boat may be trailered to other North Shore locations upon request.

Cape Ann Island and Lighthouse Cruise, 283-1979. Two-and-a-half hour tour around Cape Ann, passing by lighthouses, the working waterfront and the Annisquam River. Leaving from Harbor Loop, off Rogers Street, next to the Coast Guard Station. Weekends only in June, daily June 18 to Labor Day, at 2:30 p.m. $17 for adults, $10 for children under 12, $15 for seniors.

Gloucester Guided Tours, 283-4194. Four weekly tours, beginning Memorial Day weekend. The Perfect Tour highlighting features in Sebastian Junger's "The Perfect Storm," Sunday and Thursday at 11 a.m., $15 per person, meet at the Fitz Hugh Lane Statue, reservations requested; Tour of the Rocky Neck art colony, Tuesday, 10 a.m., $8 adults, $7 students and seniors, meet in parking lot at head of Rocky Neck by blue sign; Sea Serpents and Privateers, tour of waterfront on Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m., $8 adults, $7 students and seniors, meet at Fitz Hugh Lane statue; and Working Artist Studio Tour, look a private studios and galleries on Friday, 10 a.m., $8 adults, $7 students and seniors, meet in front of Police Station, reservations requested.

Gloucester Water Shuttle, 283-1979. Daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., departs every 30 minutes; stops include Harbor Loop, Ten Pound Island and Rocky Neck. Available for private charter. One-way, $3, round-trip $5, children under 8, $1. Resident passes available through June 30, $20 per person.

Lobster hauling cruise, 283-1979, Narrated trip of Gloucester Harbor aboard the Bev, plus a chance to see crew of the Bev pull lobster traps. One-and-a-half hour trip, leaving from Harbor Loop, off Rogers Street, next to the Coast Guard Station. Weekends only until June 18, then daily trips at noon through Labor Day. $10 for adults, $5 for child under 16.

Cape Shore Tours, Rockport, 546-5100. Fully narrated historic sightseeing tours of Rockport or Gloucester in a custom-built 14-passenger van. Rockport tours run Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday; Gloucester tours run Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. All tours are 90 minutes in length, and pick up and drop off at any inn, motel, hotel, B&B, or private residence in Rockport or Gloucester. Each tour is $14 for adults, $12 for seniors, and $6 for children ages 6 to 15; under 6 is free. A great way to learn about Cape Ann and become oriented to the area. Call for reservations.

Lobstering and island cruises aboard Dove Lobstering in Rockport. Lobster trips leave from T-Wharf at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. daily. Island cruises are at 1:30 and 3 p.m. daily, also leaving from T-Wharf. Lobster trips $10 for adults, $6 for children under 12. Cruises $8 for adults, $5 for children under 12. For more information, call 546-3642. Trips start Memorial Day Weekend.

CATA's Trolleys, 283-7916. Ride the CATA Trolleys, the convenient way to visit Cape Ann. A special routes take you to all around the Cape. There are pick up points for the trolley all around the route. Trolleys may be boarded anywhere along the route.

Park in Gloucester at the municipal lots on Rogers Street and ride to: Rockport, Lanesville, Rocky Neck and the Back Shore.

Park in Rockport at Blue Gate Meadows parking lot.

Fares are 60 cents or 75 cents depending on destination and 30 cents or 35 cents for seniors and disabled persons. The fare for an around-the-Cape trip is $1.50, 70 cents for seniors. Trolleys are not narrated.

Essex River Cruises, Essex Marina, Essex Causeway (Route 133), Essex, 768-6981 or 1-800-748-3706. Daily narrated cruises aboard the Essex River Queen, including sightseeing, sunset, and clambake cruises, as well as tours of Hog Island/Crane Wildlife Refuge. Sightseeing trips daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. every two hours. $18 for adults, $8 for children, $15 for seniors on weekdays only. Call ahead for reservations. Charters and clambake cruises also available by reservation.

Boston to Gloucester and back aboard the Virginia C. II. Leaves Boston at 9:30 a.m., stops at Salem Willows at 11:30 a.m., and arrives in Gloucester at 12:30 p.m. Docks at The Studio restaurant on Rocky Neck before returning to Boston at 3 p.m., stopping at Salem Willows at 4 p.m. and arriving in Boston 6 p.m. Round trip tickets are $20. One-way tickets are $12. Senior citizens fare is $14 round trip and $11 one way. Children under 12 are free. Bikes, $2 round trip. Call for information, A.C. Cruise Line is (617) 261-6633.

Footprints Walking Tours of Rockport. 3 North Road, Bearskin Neck, Rockport, 546-7730. Seaside legends and history come alive during a one-hour walk. Adult tours at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.; interactive tours for children at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; evening lantern tours, customized schedules; group tours arranged for up to 25 people.

Gloucester to Provincetown boat express. 283-5110. June 26 to Sept. 12, boats will leave and return Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Depart Rose's Wharf, 415 Main St., at 9 a.m., arrives in Provincetown at 11:30 a..m.

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Moby Duck Tours, Harbor Loop, 281-DUCK. New England's only ocean-going, amphibious tour. The 50-minute tour provides panoramic views of Gloucester and the harbor. Departs hourly from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day. Admission $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $8 for children.

See & Do Sightseeing, 546-3377, Sunset cruises on the Navigator to Halibut Point from Rockport Harbor past islands and lighthouses. The two-hour cruise departs Friday, Saturday and Sunday June 1 to Labor Day. Leaves at 7 p.m. from the Rockport Whale Watch dock at Tuna Warf on Bearskin Neck, Rockport. $20 per person.

The Yankee Fleet, Cape Ann Marina, 75 Essex Ave. 7 boats; Evening charter cruises of Gloucester Harbor and the Annisquam River available. Call for information, 283-0313.

Whale Watching Cruises (See Whale watching).

Tennis

Gloucester

Bass Rocks Tennis Club, Beach Street. Private tennis club.

Gloucester High School, Leslie O. Johnson Road, outdoor courts open 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.

Stacy Boulevard, near Stage Fort Park, two courts.

Swinson's Farm, off Mount Pleasant Avenue, two courts open 8 a.m. until dusk.

Rockport

Pingree Park, Story Street, Pigeon Cove. Two courts open to Rockport residents only.

Rockport High School, Jerden's Lane. Four open to Rockport residents only.

Sandy Bay Motor Inn, 173 Main St., courts available to public for an hourly rental fee. For reservations, call 546-7155.

Essex

Memorial Park, Martin Street, behind Town Hall. Two courts.

Manchester

Brook Street Playground, Brook Street, behind Memorial School. Two courts open to Manchester residents.

Manchester Bath and Tennis Club, Raymond Street. Private tennis club with two courts, swimming pool, on the beach, 526-4970.

Manchester High School, Lincoln Street. Two courts open to Manchester residents.

Manchester Athletic Club, Atwater Avenue. Private tennis club with four outdoor courts and five indoor. Summer membership Call 526-1681.

Theater

Gloucester Stage Co., 267 East Main St. in East Gloucester. The Gloucester Stage Co. celebrates its 20th anniversary this summer with the staging of five Israel Horovitz plays, designed to span the entire development of the theater, the schedule includes the first play ever produced by the Stage Co. and a production as yet unfinished: "Park Your Car in Harvard Yard," June 16 through July 11. A Broadway and worldwide success about the toughest teacher ever to work at Gloucester High School and a former student comes to look after him at the end of his life; "Fighting Over Beverley," July 14 to Aug. 1. A love tirange among three 70-year-olds, set in Gloucester; "Strong Man's Weak Child," Aug. 4 through 22. Childhood friends, now all Gloucester men, wrestle with issues of paternity and true manliness; Double bill, featuring "The Former One-on-One Basketball Champion" and "Fast Hands," Aug. 25 to Sept. 19. The former was the Stage Co.'s first production and the latter, currently under a working title is another sports play. For times and ticket information, call the theater at 281-4099.

North Shore Music Theatre, Dunham Road, Beverly, 922-8500, features musicals, celebrity concerts and children's shows. For tickets call 978-922-7200 or in person at 62 Dunham Road, Beverly, Mass. (Route 128, exit 19). For ticket prices or more information, call the theater.

ù Musicals include "My Fair Lady, June 1-20; "The Mikado," June 29-July 18; and "Victor/Victoria," Aug. 3-22.

ù The concert lineup includes: George Carlin, July 12 at 8 p.m., $37 to $47; Wynonna, July 19 at 8 p.m., $56 to $68; The Beach Boys, July 20, at 8 p.m., $50 to $65; Al Martino and Jerry Vale, July 21 and 22 at 2 p.m., $32; Gallagher, July 23 at 8 p.m., $31 to $38; Teen Idols, July 24 at 8 p.m., $36 to $47.50. Features Micky Dolenz of the Monkees, Peter Noone of Herman's Hermits, and Bobby Sherman; "Weird Al" Yankovic, July 25, 7 p.m., $29.50 to $42; The Statler Brothers, Aug. 9 at 8 p.m., $42 to $47; Kenny Rogers, Aug. 23 at 8 p.m., $55 to $65; Wayne Newton, Aug. 24, at 8 p.m., $40 to $46; Harry Belafonte, Aug. 25 at 8 p.m., $40 to $52; Vince Gill, Aug. 26, at 8 p.m., $70 to $85; Roger Whittaker, Aug. 27 at 8 p.m., $38 to $48; Anne Murray, Aug. 28 at 8 p.m., $40 to $50.

ù The Children's Summer Lineup includes: "The Wizard of Oz," July 1 at 9:30 a.m. and noon. Tickets are $7.50 ($6.75 for NSMT members); "Rumplestiltskin," July 9 at 9:30 a.m. and noon. Tickets are $7.50 ($6.75 for NSMT members); "The Real Stories of Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Pigs," July 16 at 9:30 a.m. and noon. Tickets are $7.50 ($6.75 for NSMT members); "Parachute Express," July 23 at 9:30 a.m. and noon. Tickets are $9 ($8 for NSMT members). "Parachute Express" celebrates their 14th year with a blend of songwriting, sophisticated harmonies, and a high-quality, kid-friendly production style; "Aladdin and the Magic Lamp," Aug. 6 at 9:30 a.m. and noon. Tickets are $7.50 ($6.75 for NSMT members); "Alice in Wonderland," Aug. 13 at 9:30 a.m. and noon. Tickets are $7.50 ($6.75 for NSMT members); "Funny Stuff Circus," starring Trent Arterberry and Mr. Fish on Aug. 20 at 9:30 a.m. and 12 noon. Tickets are $9 ($8 for NSMT members). The "Funny Stuff Circus" combines crazy characters, outrageous stunts, and hilarious audience participation.

Trains

Train service available daily between Boston's North Station and Cape Ann. For information, call the MBTA at 617-222-3200. Stations are located on Railroad Avenue in Rockport, Railroad Avenue in Gloucester, Essex Avenue in West Gloucester and off Beach Street in Manchester-by-the-Sea.

Round-trip fares between Rockport and Boston are $9.50; between Gloucester and Boston, $7.50; and between Manchester and Boston, $7.

A surcharge is added, however, if tickets are purchased on board when they are available at the station or at a nearby outlet. On Cape Ann, the surcharge applies on trips from the Gloucester station on Railroad Avenue, but tickets are available at the Railroad Variety, on Railroad Avenue and Prospect Street.

Weather

National Weather Service, Logan Airport, 976-1212. Latest forecast (a recording) (617) 936-1234.

Whale watching

Cape Ann Whale Watch, aboard the Daunty VI. The fleet is operated by Capt. Fred Douglass and the Cape Ann Whale Watchers. Four-hour tour to the off-shore banks to see the great humpback and finback whales in their natural feeding grounds 12 miles offshore. Through May 31 through June25 Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday, 8:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m.; June 26 through Sept. 6, daily 8:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m.; Sept. 7 through Sept. 30, Monday-Friday 1:30 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 8:30 and 1:30; October 1 through October 24, daily 10 a.m. Leave from Rose's Wharf at 415 Main St. (opposite Gibbs gas station). Reservations requested. $25 for adults, $15 for children 16 and under; $20 for senior citizens. Group rates available. AAA discount. Call 283-5110 or 1-800-877-5110.

Capt. Bill and Sons Whale Watch, trips leave from Harbor Loop off Rogers Street for expeditions aboard Miss Cape Ann. In May, June, Sept. and Oct., trips Monday through Friday at 10:30 a.m., and weekends at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. From July 1 to Labor Day, trips daily at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Additional weekend trips at 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Fares: adults $25; children under 16, $15, senior citizens $18. Special group rates and private whale-watching or fishing charters. Call 283-6995, 1-800-33-WHALE.

Rockport Whale Watch Corp., aboard the Navigator, operated by U.S. Coast Guard licensed Capt. Adam J. Visnick. The closest to both whale feeding areas. All trips departing from Tuna Wharf on Bearskin Neck in Rockport. Trips run from mid-May through October. Spring and fall: One trip daily, 12:30 p.m. Summer: two trips daily, 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Also, one weekly sunset cruise to the whales, call for details. Cost is $24 for adults, $19 for seniors, $15 for children; discounts available for large groups. Call 546-3377.

Seven Seas Whale Watch, aboard the 90-foot Privateer. Trips leave daily from Seven Seas Wharf, located at the Gloucester House Restaurant off Rogers Street, at 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Sunset whale watches on Saturday evenings during July and August only at 6 p.m. $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and $15 children under 16; children under three admitted for free. AAA discount. 283-1776.

Yankee Whale Watch, Cape Ann Marina, (Rte. 133) 75 Essex Ave. 283-0313. 6 boats. Whale watching, two trips daily 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. $25 adults, $15 for children under 16, $20 senior citizens; group rates available; call toll free 1-800-whaling or 283-0313.

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