Last year was a blast because of you! Thank you for your support in our endeavors. Here are highlights from the past year:
Small Business Features - Support and promotion of retail shops, personal care services, and restaurants. We expanded our reach to all of Rockland.
Signage & Wayfinding Program - Fulfilled the design and planning process through a $15K Massachusetts Downtown Initiative Grant and with consultant, Mark Favermann, Favermann Design Founder/Principal
Local Rapid Recovery Program - Worked in collaboration with the Town of Rockland, Beta Group, and stakeholders to assess the impact of COVID on and around the Union Street business district to develop a plan for recovery.
Events - Partnered with the Town of Rockland employees and community volunteers to organize Rockland Day, a summertime concert series and fireworks show; Rockland Farmers Market Fall Festival on Union Street; and Clean Up Day to beautify the town along the Rail Trail, Union Street, and local parks.
Arts & Culture - Provided promotional support for the 4th Floor Artist, Sandpaper Saturdays, The Wright Building, and Rockland Cultural Council
Community Members - Published a 12-day social media campaign showcasing leadership, love, and dedication
Small Business Features - Support and promotion of retail shops, personal care services, and restaurants. We expanded our reach to all of Rockland.
Signage & Wayfinding Program - Fulfilled the design and planning process through a $15K Massachusetts Downtown Initiative Grant and with consultant, Mark Favermann, Favermann Design Founder/Principal
Local Rapid Recovery Program - Worked in collaboration with the Town of Rockland, Beta Group, and stakeholders to assess the impact of COVID on and around the Union Street business district to develop a plan for recovery.
Events - Partnered with the Town of Rockland employees and community volunteers to organize Rockland Day, a summertime concert series and fireworks show; Rockland Farmers Market Fall Festival on Union Street; and Clean Up Day to beautify the town along the Rail Trail, Union Street, and local parks.
Arts & Culture - Provided promotional support for the 4th Floor Artist, Sandpaper Saturdays, The Wright Building, and Rockland Cultural Council
Community Members - Published a 12-day social media campaign showcasing leadership, love, and dedication
WATCH OUT
We are looking forward to 2022. Several projects, programs, and events are currently underway. Watch for announcements during January. We keep the importance of community in our hearts and on our minds through the years.
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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
In the days leading to Christmas, we featured the people, places, and things that make Rockland "a small town with a big heart."
Liz MacNeil, Rockland Memorial Library Director
Spicy Edamame Owner, Jade Chen
Rebecca Kidwell, Rockland Public Schools Assistant Superintendent
Olivia McCormack, Rockland Recreation Administrative Assistant
Regina Quirk, Rockland Education Foundation President
Tis the Season to Have Fun...
Shop Local
George Anderson
Rockland Arts & Culture
Rockland Public Schools Parent Advisory Councils
Rockland Emergency Food Pantry
It's All About Community
"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members." ~ Coretta Scott King
Liz MacNeil, Rockland Memorial Library Director
Spicy Edamame Owner, Jade Chen
Rebecca Kidwell, Rockland Public Schools Assistant Superintendent
Olivia McCormack, Rockland Recreation Administrative Assistant
Regina Quirk, Rockland Education Foundation President
Tis the Season to Have Fun...
Shop Local
George Anderson
Rockland Arts & Culture
Rockland Public Schools Parent Advisory Councils
Rockland Emergency Food Pantry
It's All About Community
"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members." ~ Coretta Scott King
COMMUNITY INPUT: What do you want to experience in Rockland?
The Rockland Cultural Council (RCC) asked, and you answered! During the 4th Floor Artists Open Studios Weekend residents and visitors stopped by to share their input with the RCC. The great news is some of these arts & culture programs already happen in town, including food trucks at events (Rockland Markets, Rockland Day, artist buildings), storytelling and poetry (Friends of Rockland Memorial Library), and community shows (Rockland Public Schools, Quigg Creations, and Rockland Recreation).
Your feedback is diverse, creative, and fun! Rockland Cultural Council will continue to gain feedback throughout 2022 and will share the results with community organizations, committees, and Town Hall. Let's see what Rockland creates together.
Classes: Woodworking for Boys 13-18 years, Hip Hop Dance, Paint Nights, Bird Photography, Cooking, Painting, Photography
Art: Outdoor Art Exhibit/Stroll - Union Street or Park, Murals on Buildings/E.T. Wright Building
Dance: Hip Hop, Square Dance, Zumba
Shops: Coffee Shop & Small Bookstore, Consignment, Antiques, Cafe
Culinary & Beverage: Burger Bar, Brewery, Vegan/Vegetarian Food
Music/Events: Food Trucks at Events, Happy/Positive Music, Rock Reggae, Beer Garden - Bluegrass music & BBQ
Performance: Authors & Illustrators - Showcase Work, Storytelling or Poetry Events - Open Mic Night, Community Show - Schools, Community Center
Your feedback is diverse, creative, and fun! Rockland Cultural Council will continue to gain feedback throughout 2022 and will share the results with community organizations, committees, and Town Hall. Let's see what Rockland creates together.
Classes: Woodworking for Boys 13-18 years, Hip Hop Dance, Paint Nights, Bird Photography, Cooking, Painting, Photography
Art: Outdoor Art Exhibit/Stroll - Union Street or Park, Murals on Buildings/E.T. Wright Building
Dance: Hip Hop, Square Dance, Zumba
Shops: Coffee Shop & Small Bookstore, Consignment, Antiques, Cafe
Culinary & Beverage: Burger Bar, Brewery, Vegan/Vegetarian Food
Music/Events: Food Trucks at Events, Happy/Positive Music, Rock Reggae, Beer Garden - Bluegrass music & BBQ
Performance: Authors & Illustrators - Showcase Work, Storytelling or Poetry Events - Open Mic Night, Community Show - Schools, Community Center
SHOP LOCAL
When you #SupportSmallBusiness you support community. Think of the benefits of Rockland's local shops, personal care services, and restaurants. Whether you need fresh produce for a meal, a haircut and color, or learn a new skill, Rockland has it all and with convenience and care.
Your support is key to helping local businesses thrive. Let's do our part. Business owners and employees will appreciate your patronage!
Your support is key to helping local businesses thrive. Let's do our part. Business owners and employees will appreciate your patronage!
- Dine at your favorite eating establishments
- Book an appointment at a hair or nail salon, barber shop, or wellness place
- Shop! Union Street, VFW Drive, Market Street, and Hingham Street have great places to eat, hangout, or visit
- Attend a community event with local vendors including Rockland Farmers Market and the artist buildings studio programs
- Bring family and friends
