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March 25, 2015 In Cape Ann in the News

There Was A Paper House…

Article by NorthofBoston.org

Rockport, Massachusetts is known for many things – its beautiful coastline, thriving arts scene, fishing industry, terrific seafood, and an isolated incident of hatchet-wielding. But did you know that Rockport is also home to a house made entirely of paper?

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1922 was a good time for Elis F. Stenman.  The mechanical engineer from Cambridge was building a summer home in Rockport and wanted to use pressed paper as insulation.  The insulation, made of layers of newspapers stuck together with glue, was varnished on the outside and rather water-proof.  And then Stenman decided to take the paper a little further.

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When completed, Elis Stenman was now the proud owner of a house made of paper. The outside of the house was sided with paper, the furniture made out of rolls of paper, the drapes were paper, and even the mantle on the fireplace was made of paper.  In fact, everything in the house was now paper, save the fireplace and piano (but those were covered with paper to match the rest of the paper-motif).

The funny thing is, no one knows why.  Stenman did design machines that manufactured paperclips, so perhaps he wanted to bring home a piece of his work.  Maybe he was curious and wanted to see how long a house of paper lasted.  Or, he was just cheap.  Whatever the reasoning, the Paper House still stands strong nearly 100 years later (and is fully-equipped with electricity!).

If you’re visiting Rockport, be sure to stop by the Paper House.  It’s a uniquely curious bit of history and creativity.  The house is open daily, 10am-5pm, from spring through fall.  Admission is a very fair $2.00 for adults ant $1.00 for children 6-14.

For more information, please visit paperhouserockport.com.  The website features some great pictures of the house and a fascinating interview with Stenman’s grandniece and Paper House caretaker, Edna Beaudoin that offers more insight into Elis Stenman and his house.

Source:
|http://paperhouserockport.com/index.html

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On Wednesday March 3, we had the honor to celebrat On Wednesday March 3, we had the honor to celebrate our members, @sagefloralstudio as they celebrated 20 years of business. Owners Beth and Gina have worked so hard to build their business. They have a phenomenal team, provide amazing customer service and use the freshest flowers the local market has to offer to create stunning arrangements. Please call Sage Floral Studio for your wedding, graduation, baby shower, or “just because” events. Congratulations to Beth and Gina and the Sage Floral Studio team!
This week’s Takeout Today brings us to Essex! Se This week’s Takeout Today brings us to Essex! Serving the community since 1956 is one of the North Shore’s best acclaimed seafood restaurants: Village Restaurant. While known for their clams, their menu includes an array of traditional New England recipes the whole family will salivate over. Open for dine-in or take out from 12-8pm, visit later this week to see why they’re so popular! Visit them online to learn more: wedigclams.com

Thursday: Cape Ann Day- Offering 10% off food for Cape Ann residents

Friday: Prime Rib Special beginning at 4pm

Saturday: Open 12:00-8:00pm

Sunday: Brunch begins 11:00am

*Open on Saint Patrick’s Day from 12:00-8:00pm

*The Village Creamery opens April 1st!

While you will need time to work off all that great food, we recommend you visit The Scrapbook: All Prints and Maps just a few short steps away and it will make you feel like you’ve traveled back in time. For over four decades they have specialized in vintage, decorative, and antique prints and maps framing needs. You’ll find a large collection of affordable fine quality maps and prints between the 16th and 20th centuries for purchase; it’s your chance to own a piece of history! Learn more here: www.allprintsandmaps.com 

If you’re interested in joining Takeout Today as a restaurant, retailer, or sponsor, please contact Sara@capeannchamber.com today!

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Join us next Tuesday for the Chamber’s Virtual E Join us next Tuesday for the Chamber’s Virtual Economic Outlook Forum. This year’s topic will focus on the year-long COVID-19 pandemic: the state and local response to date, and the path forward in the coming months to reopening and recovery. 

The event is free for members and $10 for non-members. Register Today: https://business.capeannchamber.com/events/details/economic-outlook-forum-20704?calendarMonth=2021-03-01

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Celebrate Rockport’s rich cultural history as a Celebrate Rockport’s rich cultural history as a quarry town while enjoying passionately prepared food, sourced from nearby fields and waters at Feather & Wedge Restaurant and Bar. Offering takeout, dine-in, and delivery options, visit their website www.featherandwedge.com for their hours or to place an order online. Before returning home, stop across the street to La Provence, proud importers of authentic French tablecloths to set your table for an elegant dinner. Visit their website for additional details and an array of other curated French imported products  www.laprov.com. Rockport has several local restaurants and retailers to choose from; head out this week to support your favorite! If you are interested in participating in this initiative as a restaurant, retailer, or sponsor, contact Sara@capeannchamber.com today!

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