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Six decades of Hockney on view at Manship
September 15, 2026
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Manship residency unveils six-decade David Hockney show
The Manship Artists Residency's "Hockney Reproduction(s)," curated by Bing McGilvray, opened September 11 and examines David Hockney's six-decade fascination with reproducing and transmitting his work through emerging technologies. The show gathers prints, books, multi-page faxes, photographs and more than 90 posters, tracing his use of photocopiers, fax machines, computers, iPhones, iPads and multi-screen videos. Works come from McGilvray's collection, other private collectors, the David Hockney Foundation (UK) and Salts Mill in Yorkshire.
Hyperallergic
Obituary: Ann Marie "Andi" (Pallazola) Day
Ann Marie 'Andi' (Pallazola) Day died September 8 at age 67; her memorial was published September 14.
Gloucester Times
Waterways Board to discuss harbor operations, Magnolia Pier
Gloucester's Waterways Board meets tonight, September 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Harbormaster's Conference Room, 19 Harbor Loop, to discuss 2026 season operations, the Magnolia Pier and ramp, and public facilities grant updates.
City of Gloucester
Bids close for Gloucester destination marketing organization RFP
Proposals for RFP #27025 to select the city's next Destination Marketing Organization close and open electronically today, September 15, at 11 a.m.
City of Gloucester
Hammond Castle offers free Tuesday admission to residents
Hammond Castle Museum offers free admission to Gloucester residents today, September 15, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; proof of residency required.
Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
Emergency-preparedness drop-in session set for The Open Door
TownGreen hosts a neighborhood resiliency drop-in today, September 15, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at The Open Door, where participants can build an emergency plan and receive a go-bag.
TownGreen
Downtown Gloucester businesses invited to morning listening session
The Greater Cape Ann Chamber, Discover Gloucester and Ward 2 Councilor Dylan Benson host a listening session for downtown businesses today, September 15, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Cape Ann Savings Bank Community Room, 123 Main St.
Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
Play to Learn toddler group begins at Pathways for Children
A free Play to Learn group for children ages 12 to 24 months and caregivers meets today, September 15, from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. at Pathways for Children, 29 Emerson Ave., with stories, movement and sing-alongs.
Northeast Arc EI Cape Ann Groups
Chamber offers drop-in help for member businesses
Greater Cape Ann Chamber members can get free help today, September 15, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Chamber conference room, 24 Harbor Loop, with online profiles, event and job postings, and membership benefits.
Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
Gloucester girls field hockey hosts Marblehead at 4:30
Gloucester High's varsity girls field hockey team plays Marblehead today, September 15, at 4:30 p.m. in Gloucester.
NFHS Network
JV field hockey matchup follows at Gloucester High
Gloucester and Marblehead's junior varsity girls field hockey teams meet today, September 15, at 6 p.m. in Gloucester.
NFHS Network
Gloucester seeks bids for STEP equipment
The city opens bids for STEP equipment at 11:30 a.m. today, September 15, as part of its municipal procurement process.
City of Gloucester
Rocky Neck artists panel explores contemporary printmaking
Rocky Neck Art Colony hosts 'Making an Impression' from 6 to 7:30 p.m. today, September 15, at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, with five artists discussing printmaking techniques.
Rocky Neck Art Colony
Temple Ahavat Achim board meets Tuesday evening
Temple Ahavat Achim's Board of Directors meets today, September 15, at 7 p.m.; the meeting is for board members only.
Temple Ahavat Achim
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