EVENT TIMELINE: 5 PM: Streets closed off to traffic & parking 6 PM: Music Stages Open (See below) 6:15 PM: The Red Trousers 7:10 PM: Cape Ann Dancers at Hancock & Main 8:00 PM: The Red Trousers
MUSIC PERFORMANCES BY STAGE:
The West End: Sponsored by Institution for Savings 6 PM: Riley Hunt Duo 8 PM: Adria Smith Trio
Cape Ann Savings Bank Stage: Sponsored by Cape Ann Savings Bank 6 PM: Kicked Off the Bus 8 PM: Sea Dragons
The East End: Sponsored by BankGloucester 6 PM: Livin’ on Luck 8 PM: Arnie Rosen with Gary Tepolt on Woodwinds
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Thursday we have moved The Radio’s show into the restaurant and made it FREE! Band will play at 8pm.
Friday we’ve got C.H.U.D.lIVE! – A night of film, discussion & live music from The Chip Rockers, Cigarette Camp, and Gossip Collar. Doors at 7pm. Show at 8pm.
Gil Clark will be live in the restaurant from 7pm – 10pm. No Cover.
Saturday is Captain jack & The Strangers. Seats are sold out, but there are still a few GA Standing tickets available. Doors at 7pm. Show at 8pm.
DJ Vito is on vacation, but DJ YOGI will be throwing it down in the restaurant starting at 9pm. No Cover.
SundaySessions kick off at noon. We will have 50 cent wings and FREE pool and live music this week with Joey Unis from 2pm – 5pm. No Cover.
BRAVO2 is serving their killer Detroit Style pizzas along with a full menu of other delicious salads, sides, and mains. Come on by and check them out! Updated hours are below. Their current hours are: Wed 5pm – 9pm Thu 5pm – 9pm Fri 5pm – 10pm Sat 5pm – 10pm Sun 12pm – 9pm Closed Mon & Tue
We happened to be in Rockport just around dinner time so we wandered over to Fleur Cuisine on the T Wharf seeking respite. As usual, we were greeted in a friendly manner and seated quickly. It happened to be a Friday so I knew they would be busy so I was grateful we could be accommodated. I had the pineapple margarita (very refreshing) and the chicken entree while Jim ordered plantains. Rum cake for dessert! The chicken is outstanding but do be prepared for the level of spiciness. We chatted with the lovely Daphnee, as usual a gracious host. It’s one of those places where you feel like family returning home even if you’ve never been there. But go. You won’t be sorry.
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We have real natural beauty, real waterfront characters, real fresh seafood caught-processed and served at our locally owned (not chain) restaurants real working artists, a real downtown with shops owned by our neighbors who love to talk when you visit, real barrooms where the locals don’t wear suits and more often than not will regale you with waterfront stories. When picking a place to visit, come see us, unless you’d rather visit a cardboard cutout version of the real thing. Check out @discovergloucester and @capeannchamber for things to do and places to see. I’m quite certain you’ll be happy you did. @patdsphotos and I @thirstyseagull have great little shop downtown. We’d love to see you! The man in the boat is “old-timer” Pete Mondello. (He loves it when you call him “old-timer” 😄 my wife is an award winning Realtor – @realtor_katelyn She’d love to help you find a joint as well!
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Kick off your summer with the free annual Festival by the Sea in downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea on Saturday, August 1, from 10 AM to 4 PM (rain or shine). Explore Masconomo, Reed, and Town Hall Parks, which will be packed with over 90 local artisans, crafters, unique makers, non-profits, and food vendors. In addition, local downtown retailers will be offering special sales throughout the day.
Enjoy a full day of live music on the Masconomo Park Bandstand featuring Corey Wrinn, Jim ‘n’ Tonic, and Rob Banks and The Money Makers, with acoustic performances at Town Hall Park. Indulge in local eats from vendors like The Lobster Roller, Crepe du Jour, and the Whoopie Wagon. Explore Manchester’s downtown for special shopping deals, library book sales, fish printing at the museum, and more.
Take advantage of free shuttle service from the Manchester-Essex Regional High School lower parking lot to easily experience all the festivities. Don’t miss this perfect coastal summer day on Cape Ann!
MASCO Park Music Schedule:
10 AM -12 PM: Corey Wrinn
12 PM -2 PM: Jim n’ Tonic
2 PM -4 PM: Rob Banks and the Moneymakers
TOWN HALL Music Schedule:
10 AM -12 PM: Liam Anastasia-Murphy
12 PM -3 PM: Matt Rich & Gil Clark
Additional Music:
10 – 11 AM: The Music Man @ The Manchester Public Library
12 – 2 PM: Woodland Spark Trio @ Manchester-by-the-Sea Museum
In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety has become almost commonplace. Our minds race with endless to-do lists, worries about the future, and the pressure to constantly perform. We spend so much time trying to control life’s uncertainties that we often forget what it feels like to simply be present.
Ironically, one of life’s greatest teachers doesn’t speak our language at all.
It’s the horse.
For thousands of years, horses have lived in harmony with nature, relying on instinct, awareness, and connection rather than overthinking. When we spend time with them, they quietly invite us to do the same.
Horses Live in the Present
Unlike humans, horses don’t replay yesterday’s mistakes or worry about tomorrow’s challenges. As prey animals, they have evolved to stay completely present, paying attention to what is happening right now.
That presence is contagious.
When you step into a pasture carrying stress from work, family responsibilities, or life’s challenges, your mind may still be racing. But horses have a remarkable way of drawing you back into the present moment. Their steady breathing, quiet curiosity, and peaceful nature encourage you to slow your own pace.
Before long, you’re noticing the warmth of the sun, the sound of birds, the softness of a horse’s muzzle, and the rhythm of your own breath.
Good Morning Gloucester 