Month: December 2019

Wednesdays at the Rhumb Line – AMERO FAMILY CHRISTMAS! 7pm 12.18.2019

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Dinner Specials Each Week!
Wednesday, December 18… 7pm start
Your Music Show of Shows: AMERO FAMILY CHRISTMAS!

 

 

AFC! American Football Conference? Not this week, Pats fans! This week, it stands for AMERO FAMILY
CHRISTMAS! That’s right. Sister Linda and Brother J.B. join forces with me once again to spread the holiday joy that has been our family tradition since early childhood under the loving wing of Dear Mother Moulty on 10 Southern Avenue, Essex, MA!

My, my… the stories we could tell about those glorious days!
Wild music and riotous laughter all night long in that back room (a.k.a. Moulty’s Inn), with Father Earl steaming in the living room, asking, “What the hell’s going on around here?!”

So, it’s now time for us all to get warm and fuzzy with our closest, most beloved friends on this beautiful island known as Cape Ann.
We’ll have fun and laughs while singing all those happy, happy songs as best we can!

I would personally like to thank all the wonderful, faithful fans who steadily support our Wednesday show (and local music in general) year in and year out. YOU are the true stars shining atop our proverbial Christmas tree. And… an additional, SPECIAL thanks to proprietor, Fred Shrigley, for 40 incredible years of music, joy and all-around good vibes! Such a great life we have here in Gloucester! ~ with love, Fly

Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
The Rhumb Line Kitchen……features Morgan Forsythe! Dishes are better than ever before!
Plus a fine, affordable wine menu!
Upcoming…

12/25 HO! HO! HO! We’re CLO! CLO! CLOSED!

01/01/2020 NEW YEAR’S DAY BRUNCH! (best bloodies on the planet)…11am – 3:30pm

Visit: http://www.therhumbline.com/
Looking forward……to seeing you there 🙂

City of Gloucester to Introduce Enhanced Pay-As-You-Throw Trash Bags

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December 17, 2019

City of Gloucester to Introduce

Enhanced Pay-As-You-Throw Trash Bags

—Improved Design and New Color

–No Change in Cost

 

GLOUCESTER, MA (December 17, 2019) – Mayor Sefatia Romeo Theken today announced that residents will soon notice a change to their pay-as-you-throw (PAYT) bags.

Over the next several weeks, enhanced bags will become available at bag purchasing locations around town.

The enhanced bags, which will continue to be available in 13 and 36 gallon sizes, will feature new flex technology.  The new flex technology boasts expandable strength, better durability and flexibility.  Additionally, the color of the bags will change from purple to maroon.

These changes are a result of resident feedback and subsequent discussions with our vendor, WasteZero, regarding the City’s need for a better designed product that will reduce the number of bags that may rip and/or tear.

Mayor Romeo Theken said, “The new bags will function better and make it easier for residents to dispose of trash.  Thank you for all the feedback regarding the current product.  You helped drive the decision for this change and we hope that all users find these bags more effective.”

Michael Hale, Director of Public Works said, “The Department of Public Works is constantly trying to improve municipal collection services.  We are pleased to introduce these enhanced bags, at the same cost, to Gloucester residents.”

The costs of the bags will remain the same and can be purchased at any of the following locations.

36 gallon large bags ($2.25 each sold in packs of 5) are available at:

·         Ace Hardware – Gloucester Crossing

·         Annie’s – Concord Street, West Gloucester

·         Braga’s Gas Station – Washington Street

·         Crosby’s Market – Manchester

·         Ed’s Mini Mart – Washington Street

·         Lanesville Package. Store – Washington Street

·         Market Basket – Gloucester Crossing

·         Richdale’s – 120 East Main Street

·         Schooner’s – Essex Route 133

·         7-Eleven – Maplewood Avenue

·         7-Eleven – Bass Avenue

·         Shaw’s – East Gloucester

·         Shaw’s – Railroad Avenue

·         H & S Convenience – 31 Western Avenue

·         Stop & Shop

·         Sunny’s Variety – Railroad Avenue

·         Tedeschi’s – Washington Street

·         The Building Center – Harbor Loop

·         Tony’s Variety – Washington Street

·         Walgreens – Main Street

13 gallon small bags ($1.25 each sold in packs of 5) are available at:

·         Stop & Shop

·         Shaw’s – East Gloucester

·         Shaw’s – Railroad Avenue

·         Richdale’s – 120 East Main Street

·         The Building Center – Harbor Loop

·         Tedeschi’s – Washington Street

·         Rose Baker Senior Center – Manuel F. Lewis Street

 

Single large or small bags are available at the following locations:

·         Tedeschi’s Market – Washington Street

·         The Building Center – Harbor Loop

·         Tony’s Variety – Washington Street

A discount is available at the Rose Baker Senior Center to residents who are least 65 years old and who currently participate in the City’s trash and recycling program.  Those eligible may purchase a maximum of pack of 5 large bags per month at a discounted rate of $1.50 per bag.  Proof of identity and address are required.

In a PAYT solid waste program, residents pay a per-unit fee for disposal of the solid waste that they generate. The Massachusetts Department of Environment Protection has found that PAYT is an effective mechanism for encouraging real waste reduction at the municipal level.

Gloucester is one of 145 municipalities, out of 351, in Massachusetts who have adopted this approach.  In each of these municipalities, solid waste tonnage was reduced by 25-50% through a combination of increased recycling, diversion to reuse, repair, donation, composting, and other methods of disposal.

Gloucester adopted WasteZero’s bag-based PAYT program in 2009.  Since that time, Gloucester has saved more than a million dollars in disposal fees.

LAST DAY TO VOTE! 2019 Window Contest!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hello Joey,

This is Kimberly, from the Gloucester Tourism Commission working on behalf of the 2019 Gloucester Holiday Window Competition.

Would you be able to help us thank all the businesses for participating – and encourage EVERYONE to VOTE.

The link to VOTE is here.

More information can be found on the facebook page with photo’s.

Thanks for your help engaging our community!

Cheers, KImberly

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Rockport Harbor

Posted on by Nichole S.

As the sun sets so early these days, I rarely get home to Rockport before dark.  I was happy to pull into town one evening this week in time to see this pretty sky over the Motif and Rockport Harbor.

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Dear Santa

Posted on by Pat D

I am tickled to see Santa’s mailbox at Destinos. I have a few things on my list. I’m not asking for peace on Earth or the happiness of my children. I appeal to a higher power for those kinds of things. Santa’s powers are a little more material in nature. Therefore:

I’d wish for the socks to come out of the wash in a matched pair.

I’d ask that drivers use their turn signals consistently and reliably.

It would be nice if my phone would just follow me around rather than having to remember it or locate it.

Thank you Santa!

Please help with the GloucesterCast Survey

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

I’m sure by now our readers/listeners have figured out how much I enjoy producing our podcast.  I often say it wouldn’t matter if there were only 10 listeners because I love that it gives me an excuse to get together with friends and mess around on the regular.

The fact is though is that I want it to be the best it could be so if you could provide feedback on how we could improve it’s the only way I’ll really know what areas we need to get better at.

So if you could answer a few questions about what you like/dislike and what you’d like to see more of/less of I’ll do my best to incorporate your suggestions.

Here’s the link to take the survey- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MY9CSJN

Acoustic Music Night Featuring Headlands at Feather and Wedge!

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Headlands, featuring John Rockwell, Amy Rich and Eric Wilson, all of Rockport, return to Feather & Wedge this Thursday for an evening of entertainment and great food. Their set list includes selections from Roots and Americana to a little bit of Country. Reservations highly suggested! 978.999.5917

Thursday, December 19, 2019
6:30 – 9:30 00

headlands at feather and wedge

Feather & Wedge, 5 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966
978.999.5917
https://featherandwedge.com

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Weekly Updates, Events and New Promotions

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Angel Assist Program

Starting in 2020, each month we will be partnering up with a different non-profit for our “Angel Assist” program. With this program, we will donate a certain percentage of our sales for one month to these non-profits. Starting in January, we are happy to announce our first partnership with HAWC. This amazing program provides services to victims of domestic violence, and can be found in 23 different cities and towns in Massachusetts! If you know of a local non-profit that could benefit from some assistance, please contact us at angelwingscbd@gmail.com.

Winter Solstice Party

This Saturday, from 1:00 – 4:00 we will be hosting a Winter Solstice Party at our shop on 12 Roger’s Street. Come join us for CBD infused hot holiday cocktails, free CBD samples, snacks, and holiday music. Additionally, local psychic Annette Dion will be here offering $10 “quick readings”. Come prepared with a question…

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Winter Solstice Celebration in the Shipyard

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Come learn a new skill or craft to do by the fire this winter at our Solstice Celebration.

There will be activities such as log splitting in the yard and crafts from wood carving to knitting in the Waterline Center for kids and adults.

Activities range from $2 to $20. There will be baked goods and hot drinks!

December 21st from 11am to 4pm at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum, 66 Main Street, Essex 01929

For more information go to the website: https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/calendar-of-events

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Give ‘em the hook! Need A Present? Order One of My Waterfront Image Series Prints At www.capeanngiclee.com

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Online Option:

LINK TO SEE AND PURCHASE PRINTS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Off the Wall At Cape Ann Giclee Option:

Drive to Cape Ann Giclee 20 Maplewood Ave Call For Hours Phone: (978) 546-7070

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Cape ann Chamber of Commerce news and Events

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At-A-Glance Newsletter

Great Things Are Happening… Be A Part Of It!

CHAMBER NEWS & EVENTS

Cape Ann License Plate Event to Support Sen. Tarr’s Toy Drive

Tuesday, December 17, 2019 | 4-6 PM

Cruiseport Gloucester | 6 Rowe Square, Gloucester

The Cape Ann Community Foundation (CACF) today announced that they will host a special event to help people sign up for a Cape Ann License Plate while giving everyone an extra opportunity to donate a toy in support of Senator Bruce Tarr’s annual Toy Drive with North Shore 104.9. 

On Tuesday, December 17 from 4 to 6 pm at Cruiseport, community foundation board members will be on hand to help people register online for their own Cape Ann special plate. For this special event, the Cape Ann Community Foundation has teamed up with Senator Tarr to boost his annual toy drive while helping people get a Cape Ann plate. People are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to Cruiseport’s lower level on December 17 and then sign up for their Cape Ann plate.

Join Us for the Chamber Christmas Party!

Thursday, December 19, 2019 | 5-7 PM

Chamber Office | 33 Commercial Street, Gloucester

Join us at the Chambers Annual Holiday Party.

Stop in to say hello and have a cup of cheer with us to celebrate the Holidays and the past year of Loving, Living and Working on Cape Ann!

Learn More

10 Things to Do to Close Out Your Year

In the final days of December, here are some actions that can help you comply with the law, obtain tax benefits, and position yourself for 2020.

RSVP Today!

January Business After Hours

Thursday, December 16, 2019 | 5-7 PM

1623 Studios | 11 Pleasant Street, Gloucester

1623 Studios invites you to come tour their newly designed, State-of-the-Art Studios in downtown Gloucester! Come see what goes on behind the scenes…literally, while Networking with other area business leaders.

1623 Studios has enjoyed some great changes over the recent years- come see what they can do for you!

There is no charge for this event.

RSVP is requested in order to give a headcount to our host.

RSVP Today!

January Business After Hours

Saturday, January 25, 2019 | 5-7 PM

The Elks at Bass Rocks | 101 Atlantic Road, Gloucester

$100

Join us for the 98th Annual Celebration, where will say Hello to our new President, Tony Sapienza, of the Blue Shutters Beachside Inn, and say Good-bye to Bruce Feldman, of Gove & Feldman Insurance Inc..

The celebration will be held at the beautiful Elks at Bass Rocks.

The evening will start off with cocktails and socializing, then on to a very short program, dinner and ending with danicing to the tunes of local favorite: DJ Scottie Mac!

Come visit with old and new friends alike in this beautiful Backshore Waterfront spot!

This Week’s Deals

SHOP OUR MEMBERS

Local Promotions from Chamber Members

Chamber Members can now list your sales and promotions on our websites. We have a new “Shop Our Members” page that appears on all three of our major websites.

This is a great way to gain exposure for your business by highlighting your special promotions. Take advantage of this FREE member benefit and list yours today!

Member & Community News

Volunteer to Serve Christmas Meals

The American Legion, Post 3, will again deliver free Christmas Holiday Ham Dinners to the elderly, shut-ins, veterans,and needy in the Cape Ann area on ChiffiVlffi@f Deerber5,2019. We will be serving Gloucester, Rockport, Manchester, Essex and Ipswich.

The American Legion Post No. 3’s mission is simple, *NO ONE SHOULD BE ALONE AND VfITHOUT A HOT MEAL ON CHRISTMAS ! ”

Our goal is to deliver as many holiday meals as we can to our fellow veterans, their families and other “special citizens”

Volunteer Servers and Drivers are also needed for Christmas Day. We will need servers from 10 AM until approximately 12:45 PM and drivers from 10:15 AM until all of the meals have been delivered.



How to order and volunteer:

1. Call 978-283-97rc after 3:00 p.m.(and leave a message)

2. Call9TB-283-7LL7 anytime (and leave a message)

3. Email you request to nestorlaw@aol.com. (preferred)

Please make sure to clearly give your name, address, phone number and number of meals.

Member & Community Events

Wednesday December 18, 2019 from 7-8 PM

Frame up to Fit Out Lecture Series – By Skiff & Basket

at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum

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Thursday December 19, 2019 from 5-10

Annual Men’s Night – Gloucester

Downtown Gloucester

Learn More

Thursday December 19, 2019 from 5-7 PM

Pop! Fitz! Clink!

at Cape Ann Museum

Learn More

Thursday December 19, 2019 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM

Snacks + Nutrition with Darren: Wine and Cheese Party!

at Manchester Athletic Club

Learn More

Thursday December 19, 2019 from 7-9 PM

Hermanos Dulce Live

at Mile Marker One

Learn More

Friday December 20, 2019 from 7 PM – 11 PM

Ugly Sweater Party

at Ipswich Ale Brewery

Learn More

Friday December 20, 2019 from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Drumming Workshop with Mamadou

at Floating Lotus

Learn More

Saturday December 21, 2019 from 10 AM – Noon

Bolshoi Ballet in HD: The Nutcracker

at the Shalin Liu Performance Center

Learn More

Saturday December 21, 2019 from 10 AM – Noon

Conduit Holiday Sound Meditation

at Floating Lotus

Learn More

Saturday December 21, 2019 from 11 AM – 4 PM

Winter Solstice Celebration

at Essex Shipbuilding Museum

Learn More

Saturday December 21, 2019 at 5 PM

74th Annual Rockport Christmas Pageant

Downtown Rockport

Learn More

Saturday December 21, 2019 from 7-9 PM

Rockport Holiday Sing-Along

at the Shalin Liu Performance Center

Learn More

Thursday, December 26, 2019 from 7-9 PM

Generation Gap

at Mile Marker One

Learn More

Thursday, December 26, 2019 from 6 PM -Midnight

Rockport New Year’s Eve

in Downtown Rockport

Learn More

Thursday, December 26, 2019 from 6 PM -Midnight

New Year’s Eve Disco Dance Party

at Ipswich Ale Brewery

Learn More

Heading out from the State Pier

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

At the State Pier on a cloudy Monday watching this fishing boat leave the safe harbor.  The sign that states danger rocks, also makes you think about how dangerous it is for our fishing vessels to fish everyday.

Sherry’s Corner Cafe

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If you have not been to Sherry’s Corner Cafe, 2 Lexington Avenue, Magnolia, Gloucester, MA  01930, 978-525-2177, you are missing out.  I love the professor, chopped avocados, chopped tomatoes, scrambled eggs,  turkey bacon and wheat toast make my day.  Her menu is wonderful for breakfast and lunch so yummy.

Men’s Night At Seaport Grille!

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Men’s Night is this Thursday, December 19th!

We’ll kick it off with half priced apps from 4PM-7PM, a Bulleit Bourbon promotion from 5PM-7PM, and live music by Chris Fitz-Grice from 5PM until 8PM!

On top of all that, we will have a Double Decker Bourbon Jalapeño Burger special available, alongside a raffle to win two tickets for the Beauport Cruiseline’s New Year’s Eve cruise!

See you there!

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Savour’s Select Holiday Wine-Gifts … Complete.

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Savour’s Select Holiday Wine-Gifts …Complete        
 
An array of special wine experiences…for gifting,     exhibiting complexity, balance & length… all taste forward. 

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Distinctive wines of Europe, The Continent & the Americas, with gift-ready packaging, gift cards, pairing suggestions…   making quality gift-giving ever-so-easy & memorable.

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Value-laden gift wines, pricing from $20 …complete.             

-to celebrate the season in style!                      

Kathleen, Courtney & the Savour Team

 

Savour Wine &Cheese

76 Prospect Street

Gloucester MA

978-282-1455

Holiday Hours:

Saturday – 10 – 7 pm

Sunday – noon – 4 pm

Monday (December 23) – noon – 6 pm

Tuesday – 11 am – 7 pm

Wednesday – 11 – 7 pm

Friday – 11 am – 7 pm

(Special Hours Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve)

Open 10 am – 5 pm

Christmas Came Early for the River Dredge

Posted on by Nichole S.

The Annisquam River dredge just got a new red scoop for Christmas! Thank you to Paul Horovitz, our eyes on the Annisquam, for capturing this beautiful late night photograph.

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Manchester Athletic Club News

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DECEMBER 16, 2019 BY ABHANKINSON

FIRST TUESDAY Open House – Poppin’ Into the New Year!

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We will be hosting a FREE open house event on the FIRST TUESDAY of every month! Come enjoy a special group fitness class that is not on our regular schedule, as well as wine tastings and healthy snacks in our cafe. These events are open to the community, so bring your friends!

  • No guest fees ALL DAY

  • Themed event from 4-7PM

    • Free childcare (Non-members welcome — pre-registration required, up to 6 days in advance).

    • Special group fitness class

    • Open gym time

    • Specials + sales

    • Wine, snacks + more!

NEXT DATE: JANUARY 7TH

  • Theme: POPPIN’ INTO THE NEW YEAR! Enjoy a bubbly drink and popcorn tasting in our cafe from 4-7PM!

  • CRUSH YOUR FITNESS GOALS IN 2020! Share your fitness resolution with us at the event for a chance to WIN a customized plan of attack, designed to help you reach your new year goals!

  • Group Fitness Class: 6:00 PM Zumba in Studio B

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DECEMBER 16, 2019 BY MACFITNESSGLOUCESTER

 

HOLIDAY SPECIALS AT MAC FITNESS GLOUCESTER!