Month: June 2016

Stand-off on the Mill River

Posted on by Bridgette Mathews

There was a little mexican stand-off at the Mill River this morning.   This poor young buck was waiting out this coyote who was on the hunt.  At first it looked as though the deer may have been stuck in the river mud, but it soon became clear that he was just keeping a safe distance from the coyote.   The coyote paced in and out of the woods.  (thanks to hubby Neil for sharing his pics!)DSC_3226-Edit

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But he headed back into the woods and the deer began to move down the river a bit.

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Our Buddies Dot and Bex Have A sweet Vacation Rental Property In Gloucester

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

It’s a great place to stay for families.

https://www.vrbo.com/384968

We’re less than a mile walk to GHB and we have a private pool. The apartment comes fully stocked with beach chairs, towels, umbrella, cooler, sand toys and boogie boards. And guests get a wagon to tote everything back and forth!

And there is an elementary playground less than 50 yards away! (We abut East Gloucester Elementary School.

And well, you know the view and the property and the owners 🙂

We’re sold out this summer. Week rentals only from late June to Labor Day Weekend.

Okay, gotta go mow the lawn.  

Bex

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Community Photos 6/4/16

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hello, Joey – thought you might like these 2 pics taken from The Atlantis Inn this weekend. Really shows the difference in the weather from Saturday to Sunday. Hope you are having a nice Memorial Day weekend.

Thanks!

Lisa

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Hi Joey,

Saw this floating by out the window today . Summer is finally here!

Brianne Hurley-Caso

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RASING THE RAINBOW FLAG AT CITY HALL FOR #PRIDE MONTH!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Rainbow flag raising Gloucester Mayor Romeo Theken copyright Kim SmithRainbow flag raising City Hall Gloucester MA -1 copyright Kim SmithContinuing in the City’s tradition of supporting diversity, liberty, and freedom for all, Gloucester is celebrating Pride Month throughout June, beginning with today’s flag raising ceremony. Mayor Sefatia Romeo Theken was joined by House Representative Ann Margaret Ferrante, Senator Bruce Tarr, City Councilors Melissa Cox and Sean Nolan, a representative from Representative Seth Moulton’s office, and many people from the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community.

The flag was donated by Gloucester resident Alasandra McClellan.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/BGMwJUiDyo-/

GROSS!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Not really gross, but actually quite beneficial!

Song Sparrow eating caterpillars copyright Kim Smith

Through my camera’s lens, I thought this sweet little Song Sparrow was hopping around with a breakfast of leaves until downloading the photos. Rather, his mouth is stuffed with what appears to be the larvae of the Winter Moth, those annoying little green caterpillars that dangle from trees, which pupate into the dreaded adult Winter Moths, which are destroying trees and shrubs throughout the region. So, thank you Song Sparrow!

The Song Sparrow was most likely bringing the caterpillars to its nestlings. Although adult Song Sparrows prefer seeds, to a newly hatched bird a plump juicy green caterpillar is easy to digest and rich in nutrients. As a matter of fact, most songbirds rear their young on insects. The Song Sparrow photo illustrates yet another reason why it is so important not to spray trees with pesticides and herbicides. When a landscape is pesticide free, a natural balance returns. Insects are bird food!

Hobbit House Studio is Open

Posted on by God's Morning

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For the time being, Thursday through Sunday, noon to 6:00 or when the open flag is out, or my door is open. Come by and see the Revelation Series paintings. As everyone who has seen them says: “They are amazing and profound.” Also, the new book “Revelation of Unspeakable Love” is here, for anyone interested in learning more about the Bible, without having to wade through the whole book (although everyone should). Come by and see and visit.

E.J. Lefavour

www.hobbithousestudio.com

The Annisquam is Opening on Monday, June 6th

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

The Annisquam Exchange will be opening for summer on June 6th for shopping.  Great gifts at The Exchange.

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Acclaimed Ed Emberley coming to Cape Ann Community Cinema for Cape Ann Reads!

Posted on by Catherine

**NEW** Partner organization Cape Ann Community Cinema & Stage announced two super special events in celebration of Cape Ann Reads at the end of the summer. Save the dates!

SATURDAY AUGUST 27, 2016  (@ 2:30pm) Come to Cape Ann Community & Stage for an afternoon with acclaimed author illustrator Ed Emberley and his wife Brenda. Emberley  has published close to 100 books. He collaborated with his wife on earlier works including the 1968 Caldecott winning Drummer Hoff,  and more recent books with his daughter, Rebecca, such as Chicken Little and Red Hen.

 

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1, 2016  CAPTAINS COURAGEOUS: THE LIVE EXPERIENCE at Cape Ann Community Cinema & Stage. This annual event is ramped up with local talent and a one-of-a-kind multimedia performance extravaganza, just in time for the 32nd Schooner festival weekend and closing out the 8th Annual Cape Ann Film Festival.

 

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Cape Ann Reads events are listed on the awesome Good Morning Gloucester arts calendar. For all the latest information and more details, check the Cape Ann Reads website.  Additional programs are added to the calendar. Cape Ann Reads is a collaboration among the Gloucester Lyceum & Sawyer Free Public Library, Manchester Public Library, Rockport Public Library and TOHP Burnham Library in Essex and regional partners.