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I was also out last week to Stellwagen Bank, on 7 Seas Whale Watch, to see what the excitement was all about.

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Ordered three different empanadas and they were all delicious. Give em a try. You’ll be glad you did!

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The Gloucester Rotary Club is pleased to announce an exciting Casino Night Fundraiser on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Cruiseport Gloucester, located at 6 Rowe Square on Gloucester’s harborfront.

This lively evening will bring the thrill of a casino floor to Gloucester, featuring classic favorites including Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, and Texas Hold ’Em Poker. Guests will enjoy an energetic atmosphere filled with friendly competition, entertainment, and community spirit—all while supporting the important work of the Gloucester Rotary Club.

Proceeds from Casino Night will help fund the club’s charitable initiatives, community service projects, and programs that make a meaningful impact both locally and beyond. Through events like this, the Gloucester Rotary continues its mission of “Service Above Self,” supporting causes that strengthen the Gloucester community.

Community members, local businesses, and visitors alike are invited to join in what promises to be a memorable evening of fun, philanthropy, and fellowship. Whether trying your luck at the tables or simply enjoying the atmosphere, every guest will be helping support important community work.

Tickets to the Casino Night are $75 each and include light snacks, a cash bar and $2000 in gaming funds. Tickets may be purchased at BankGloucester at 160 Main Street in downtown Gloucester or online at GloucesterRotary.org. For more information or sponsorship opportunities please contact Rick Doucette at 978-675-5443.

Toddler Tunes & Tales: Monday, May 11, May 18, , 10 to 11 a.m. Children’s Floor. 

Ages 18–36 months with caregivers. 

Music, movement and storytelling for early learning. 

Registration required.Digital Learning Lab Orientations: Wednesday, May 12, 11 to 11:30 a.m. and noon to 12:30 p.m. Digital Lab. Introduction to lab resources and booking system.
Registration required.

Babies, Books, and Bubbles: Tuesday, May 12, May 19, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children’s Floor. 

Birth to 12 months. Stories, songs and social playtime for infants and caregivers.
No registration required.

Mah Jongg Meet Up: Tuesday, May 12, May 19, May 26 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Community Room. Ages 12-plus. Weekly gathering for experienced players. Registration required.
Virtual Author Talk: Dr. Vivienne Ming:

Tuesday, May 12, 2 to 3 p.m.Online.

Discussion on AI, humanity and future skills. 

Registration required.Chess Club:Tuesday, May 12, May 19, May 26 4 to 5:30 p.m. Community Room. All ages.
Weekly chess with instruction and open play. No registration required.

Read to Ella & Asia:Wednesday, May 13, May 20, May 27 4 events – 3:30 – 3:45, 3:45 – 4:00, 4:00 – 4:15, 4:15 – 4:30 p.m.Children’s Floor. Children’s Floor. All ages. Children can read aloud to therapy dogs in 15-minute sessions. Registration required.

Device Advice Sessions:Thursday, May 14, 10 to noon. Digital Lab. Adults.
One-on-one technology help. Registration required.
Open Play:Thursday, May 14, May 28 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children’s Floor. Ages 0–3.
Drop-in play session.
Teen Room Art Project:Thursday, May 14, May 21, May 28 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children’s Program Room. Ages 11–19.Collaborative art-making. No registration required.
Local History Discussion Group:Thursday, May 14, 5 to 6 p.m. Local History Center. Adults. Monthly talk and discussion on Gloucester history.Registration required.
Artist Reception: Gloucester Public Schools Annual Arts Festival: Thursday, May 14, 5 to 7 p.m. Matz Gallery. Tree Talk: Native Landscape, Thursday, May 14, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Community Room. Learn about native plants and sustainable landscaping. Registration required.
Sensory Open Play:Friday, May 15, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.Children’s Program Room. All ages. Hands-on sensory exploration with various materials. No registration required.

Residential Utility Assistance: Friday, May 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Community Room.Meet with a National Grid representative for help with utility questions.No registration required.
Family Martial Movement:Friday, May 15, May 22, May 29 1 to 2 p.m. Community Room. Ages 8–16 with caregivers. Karate-based fitness class. Registration required.
Genealogy Program:Saturday, May 16, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Community Room. Learn how to research local land records. Registration required.
Teen/Tween Mario Kart Tournament:Saturday, May 16, 2 to 3:30 p.m.Children’s Program Room. Ages 11–19. Competitive gaming event. Registration required.
Gloucester Historical Commission Awards:Saturday, May 16, 2 to 4 p.m.Community Room. Recognition of local preservation efforts. Registration required.

Virtual Author Talk: Nir Eyal: 

Tuesday, May 19, 2 to 3 p.m.Online. Discussion on mindset and personal growth. 

Registration required.Homeschool Takeover:Wednesday, May 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Teen Room. Ages 11–19. Open hangout with games and activities. No registration required.

Page to Screen Book Group: Thursday, May 21, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Conference Room. Adults. Discuss a book and its film adaptation. Registration required.
Find Your Joy Workshop:Thursday, May 21, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Community Room. Adults. A session on mindset and personal growth. Registration required.
Dungeons & Dragons Painting: Friday, May 22, 3:15 to 4:45 p.m.Children’s Program Room. Ages 11–19. Guided painting session. Registration required.
Greening the Downtown: Saturday, May 23, 10:30 to 12:00 p.m. Community Room. Cape Ann Climate Coalition video and speakers. No Registration required.
Historic Waterfront Talk: Saturday, May 23, 2 to 3 p.m.Community Room. Learn about Gloucester’s waterfront history. Registration required.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Tuesday, May 26, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.Teen Space. Ages 11–19. Help plan library events. No registration required.
Library with Heart Event:Wednesday, May 27, 2 to 3 p.m.Community Room.
Learn about community health resources and blood pressure monitor lending. No registration required.

SOS Training for Trusted Adults:Thursday, May 28, 5 to 6:30 p.m.Community Room. Learn how to support youth mental health. No registration required.
Musical Storytime: Spring Has Sprung:Friday, May 29, 11 to 11:45 a.m.Children’s Floor. Music, stories and movement. 
No registration required.
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color:Saturday, May 30, 10:30 to11:30 a.m. Community Room.Interactive STEM program for kids. No registration required.
Storytelling Workshop: Thinking on Your Feet, Saturday, May 30, 1 to 3 p.m.Community Room. Adults. Learn storytelling and communication skills.No registration required.

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I hope you all will tolerate one more post from our recent whale watching trip with Cape Ann Whale Watch. If you are AT ALL interested, this is a very very good opportunity to go out on one of the whale watches for a spring outing. It’s well worth the time and expense. These photos were among the ones I was able to get using my telephoto lens. You see some feeding behavior here which is an exceptional photo opp all by itself. In this case, the whales were “kickfeeding” which means they were slapping the tail on the water to stun the fish and then (often) blowing bubbles to further confuse the fish into staying close together allowing the whale to maximize the big swallow gulp of fish. Feeding whales attracts sea birds as you see here. Again, we had a super memorable adventure just a few days ago and while you can never be sure what you might see, this is a great time to go out if you are able.

Meet London! This sweet boy was originally picked up in Lynn, he was adopted out, but life often has challenges and he was returned to us – no fault of his own or the adopter. Shortly after he went home he had dropped weight fast, worried – the adopter had returned him in fear for his health. Later we learned he was diabetic and now with the proper food and insulin dosage he is all set and ready to find his forever home! London is also FIV+, meaning his immune system is weakened, but with regular vet visits and an indoor lifestyle he will have many good years by your side. London is a very loving and friendly cat, not shying away from strangers – often greeting them by calling out and rubbing against their legs. He loves to follow you wherever you go, going room from room like a little shadow! Adopt today!

London has joined our extended stay club, meaning his fee has been reduced in hopes to help find his forever home!

Apply for London at: capeannanimalaid.org/catapp

SpeciesCat BreedDomestic Shorthair/Mix Age1 year 9 months 14 days GenderMale SizeMedium ColorBlack Spayed/NeuteredDeclawedNo HousetrainedYes Special NeedsAdoption Price$75.00 

Thank you!

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Cape Ann Animal Aid

Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter
4 Paws Lane
Gloucester, MA 01930

(978) 283-6055

www.CapeAnnAnimalAid.org

www.facebook.com/CapeAnnAnimalAid

Caitlin Smith writes- We have a resident owl who has taken to chilling on our tree. 🦉

When I saw him this evening I went back inside to get my Canin SureShot, since my iPhone could only get grainy shots of it…

Harborside…