The Annisquam Sewing Circle celebrated their 175th Anniversary

This video explains a bit about the work of the Annisquam Sewing Circel. We are a group of over fifty-five members who meet from September through June for the friendship of neighbors we might not otherwise see and to organize and hold fund-raising events that support our Cape Ann community. There have been several cookbooks published, many annual Christmas Fairs held in the Annisquam Village Hall and Spring Plant Sales held on the lawn between the Annisquam Exchange and the Village Hall.. The newly added Gourmet Bake Sale, the Friday before the 4th of July, includes beautiful bouquets of flowers from members’ gardens held with the Annisquam Farmers’ Market on the lawn between the Annisquam Exchange and the Village Hall .

The Circle continues its work today and will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2037.

To receive an email about upcoming events, please send an email to [email protected] with Add Me! in the subject line.

January 4, 2024

Happy New Year

The Annisquam Sewing Circle is scheduling events for this year.

To stay in touch send an email to Friends of the Annisquam Sewing Circle here. As a thank you you will receive a link to a favorite recipe from the ASC Cookbook, A Circle of Recipes.

We look forward to seeing you!

December 2, 2023December 6, 2023

Thank you to all who attended the ASC Christmas Fair.

We appreciate your support for this venerable institution. Since 1837 the members have raised money to assist our neighbors on Cape Ann.

2023 Christmas Fair

The 2022 Christmas Fair

December 1, 2023December 1, 2023

Annual ASC Christmas Fair

The doors will open at 8:00 tomorrow revealing the Village Hall transformed into a Christmas Wonderland filled with gifts galore.

Annisquam Village Hall
32 Leonard St.
Gloucester MA 01930

Decorated Wreaths, Boxwood trees, Centerpieces, charming Arrangements in unusual containers
A splendid selection of Handcrafted items
Delicious Gourmet foods
The ever-popular Grabs wrapped for giving
Jewelry once worn and treasured now available to you
Holiday music to accompany your shopping spree

We are looking forward to welcoming you!

Handicap access available through the Walnut St. entrance.

The proceeds of our fund-raising projects are donated to the hardworking nonprofits that support the families of Cape Ann. Thank you for your contributions.

November 27, 2023

Mark your calendar!

Thanksgiving has past. Now,

on to the Winter Holidays.

Join us at the Annisquam Sewing Circle Christmas Fair – Greens galore, beautiful, handcrafted items, delicious gourmet foods and more.

Saturday, December 2, 2023 – 8 to 12:30

Annisquam Village Hall – 34 Leonard St., 01930

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November 25, 2023November 25, 2023

At the ASC Christmas Fair: On the Gourmet Table

Created by the members of the ASC just for you!

Lemon Squares
Red Pepper Jelly
Delicious Chocolate Fudge Sauce
Almond Macaroons
Pies
Lots of fabulous Cookies

Just to name a few

November 17, 2023November 17, 2023

A Grace Murray Hat – Silent Auction

This favorite Grace Murray Butterfly Design hat will be offered in a Silent Auction at the ASC Christmas Fair on December 2, 2023, 8:00 am – 12:30 pm.

Grace Murray, a long-time resident of Annisquam and member of the Annisquam Sewing Circle, was well known for knitting beautiful, Peruvian-style hats.

She created over 400. They were seen around the world from Cape Ann to Washington DC and atop Mount Kilimanjaro.

November 10, 2023November 11, 2023

Annisquam Sewing Circle Christmas Fair – the First Saturday in December

Annual Annisquam Sewing Circle Christmas Fair

December 2, 2023
8:00 am to 12:30 pm,
Annisquam Village Hall
34 Leonard St., Gloucester MA 01930

Handicap accessible through the Walnut St. entrance
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In the months leading up to our Christmas Fair the members are busy creating one-of-a-kind handcrafted items for the Craft Table, searching through recipes for a new idea for the Gourmet Table and gathering items to decorate wreaths and table decorations.

During the week before the Fair the Members will be very busy decorating fabulous wreaths, beautiful table and mantle pieces.

At home our wonderful bakers will be at work on items for the Gourmet Table. Last-minute touches are being added to the hand-created works for the Craft Table where you will find beautiful knits, cards and many unexpected items. This year there will be a new Needlepoint Ornaments created by the Needles Group. They have been working all year on these exquisite works of art.

Come early and shop. Members will be available to help you.. The first Saturday in December, 8:00 am to 12:30 pm, Village Hall, 34 Leonard St., Gloucester 01930.

The proceeds from this fundraiser are donated to Cape Ann non-profits and and scholarships to Gloucester High School graduating seniors living in Annisquam who are going on to further studies.

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October 9, 2023November 10, 2023

Become a Friend the Annisquam Sewing Circle.

Friends of the Annisquam Sewing Circle

The Annisquam Sewing Circle has been reaching out to the community since its inception.

Bags of groceries were left on the doorsteps of families in need. Hats and mittens were knit for soldiers during the Civil War and nippers for the Gloucester fishermen. Items were made for the ASC Christmas Fair which included little men out of toothpicks and raisins for children to buy as gifts for family and friends. The money raised went back to the community.

Times have changed but the needs of the community remain the same. The funds raised by the ASC are donated to Cape Ann Community organizations like Wellspring, Open Door, Backyard Growers, and Animal Aid as well as scholarships for Gloucester High School graduating seniors who are going on to college or other post-graduate training.

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Send an email to [email protected] to receive information about upcoming events and news of the ASC. Your email will not be shared with anyone. We value you as a Friend of the ASC and your interest in our activities. As a thank you for your interest and support of the Annisquam Sewing Circle, we will send you an ASC favorite recipe.

October 2, 2023October 2, 2023

Our member, Ellen Egan Stone

Ellen Egan Stone

February 18, 1938 – September 27, 2023

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, October 3, at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Joachim Church, Rockport, MA. Following the service, the immediate family will gather at Mt. Adnah Cemetery for a private graveside service.
All are welcome to gather at the Annisquam Village Hall at 12:30 p.m. to offer support to the Stones and their extended family, to share stories of special times with such a delightful and beautiful lady.

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