Small Fry…

Make Saturday lunch or dinner easy with today’s specials! 🙌

🦞 $19.99 + tax Lobster Roll
Served with chips & pickles

🍕 Buy any 16” pizza and get the 2nd 16” pizza HALF PRICE!
Maximum of 2 per customer

Stop by and take advantage of these deals today! 😎

Excludes online orders
Excludes gluten freeh

We are very fortunate to have our shop located in the West End where there is a glorious assortment of bread, sandwiches and various treats. But we also have treats for the brain easily accessible at the newly renovated Sawyer Free Library and The Bookstore of Gloucester.

I regularly stop in at The Bookstore of Gloucester to check things out and we happy to take note of a post by Laura Ventigmilia highlighting a new book by a local author: Mia Millefoglie’s Daughters of Stone and Tide. I stopped by The Bookstore and picked up my copy. In addition, there is a book launch scheduled to be held at Sawyer Free Library September 19! Save the date. I hope to see you there. Thanks for the tip Laura!!

Saltwater Farmhouse…

August 12, 2026 ~ todtheopendoor ~ 

Net proceeds will help support hunger-relief programs for local people.

GUITAR MONSTERS featuring Johnny A., Jon Butcher, and special guest Dave Amato, former longtime lead guitarist for REO Speedwagon, comes to The Cut LIVE in Gloucester, MA, on Thursday, September 24, 2026, for a special benefit concert supporting The Open Door and its mission of helping advocate on behalf of those in the community facing the impact of hunger.

Presented by Rockin’ 4 Vets, Guitar Monsters brings together three acclaimed guitarists for an unforgettable evening of rock, blues, and high-energy live performance. Grammy-nominated guitarist Jon Butcher, whose career spans Johanna Wild, Jon Butcher Axis, Barefoot Servants, and Experience Hendrix tours. Known for his dynamic stage presence, Butcher has shared stages with major acts including the J. Geils Band, Rush, Def Leppard, and the Scorpions

Joining him is Johnny A. is renowned for his distinctive style, solo recordings, and work with Peter Wolf (J. Geils Band). A Boston Music Hall of Fame inductee, he remains one of New England’s most respected musicians.

Special guest “Monster” Dave Amato spent more than three decades as the lead guitarist for REO Speedwagon. Throughout his career he has performed and recorded with artists including Rick Springfield, Cher, Richie Sambora, and Michael Bolton. Following REO Speedwagon’s retirement, he continues touring and performing nationwide; this summer with former Eagle guitarist, Don Felder.

More than a concert, net proceeds from Guitar Monsters will benefit The Open Door, a nonprofit local resource center whose mission is to alleviate the impact of hunger in the community. The level of services they provide to the local community is too grand in scale to be able to describe here, learn more at FOODPANTRY.org. Produced by Rockin’ 4 Vets/Alive & Kicking Productions, the event combines world-class musicianship with a commitment to helping veterans throughout New England.

Tickets are available now through Rockin’ 4 Vets at https://rockin4vets.com/tickets

OR through The Cut ticketing site at https://thecutlive.showare.com/orderticketsvenue.asp?p=424

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the show begins at 8:00 p.m. Early purchase is recommended as seating is limited.

Machaca is looking to add a few Food Runners to our team! 🌮🔥

We’re looking for people who are:

• Reliable and responsible
• Fast-paced and able to work with urgency
• Friendly and comfortable working with a team
• Organized and attentive
• Available nights and weekends
• Ready to learn and no restaurant experience necessary!

Food Runners help keep our restaurant moving by running food to tables, assisting servers, bussing and resetting tables, and helping keep the dining room clean and organized.

Perfect opportunity for someone looking to gain restaurant experience and become part of a busy, supportive team.

📍 Machaca | 14 Rogers St Gloucester, MA
📩 Interested? Send us a email with your name, availability, and any previous work experience. Info@themachaca.com

Stop in to introduce yourself during open hours and speak with a manager.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them or send this post their way!

#NowHiring #GloucesterMA #GloucesterJobs #FoodRunner #RestaurantJobs #Machaca #CapeAnnJobs

Kick off your weekend with a couple of great deals! 🙌

🦞 $19.99 + tax Lobster Roll
Served with chips & pickles!

🍕 Buy any 16” pizza and get the 2nd 16” pizza HALF PRICE!
Maximum of 2 per customer

Perfect excuse to skip cooking and let us take care of dinner! 😎

Excludes online orders
Excludes gluten free

The Cape Ann Favorites Calendar for 2027 is now available at Pat D’s Photos 44 Main St. Here are a sample of some of the months featured in this 8 x 11 wall calendar. They are $25 and you can swing by today Friday from 11-5 or Sunday 11-3. Saturday hours by chance Aug 15. DM me or leave a comment to reserve yours! I’ve been putting dates on my 2027 calendar already and I’ll bet you have too. They make a great gift.

Showers Possible…

If you spotted our new window display downtown today, don’t worry, we’re still open for shopping and donations on Pond Road.

A big thank you to Board Member Brian Wall for allowing us to use the window space to help spread the word about Hunger Action Month, our Fashion Show at The Cut on September 13, and all the great shopping waiting for you at Second Glance. This is a great opportunity for us to brighten up an empty storefront and share more about The Open Door mission. 🧡