Month: August 2021

Such a Gem

Posted on by Nichole S.

Governor’s Park is such a little gem in this beautiful city. Although, I happened to notice tonight that the sign may be misspelled. The expansive view lessens during the summer months when the trees are full and in bloom, but the park is extra beautiful. In the “off season” things aren’t so lush and pretty, but the view expands! So, either way it is a gorgeous spot to sit for a bit. Click on the post to see the view.

Cape Ann Makers Market Tonight at Ocean Alliance

Posted on by Pat D

We are trying it again! The postponed Cape Ann Makers Market WILL BE HELD tonight Thursday Aug 26 at the Paint Factory and Ocean Alliance from 4-8 PM. I will have notecards, prints and other gifts available and if you mention GMG, there is a discount on whale items (excepting notecards)! Contributor Donna Ardizzoni will also be there along with Cape Ann Sea Salt and Hold Fast. Looking forward to meeting you tonight to benefit Ocean Alliance. It’s the final Culture Splash event for Summer 2021 so don’t miss out.

Pat D’s Photos Will Be Available Thursday at the Cape Ann Makers Market

Posted on by Pat D

Here are some of the images I have featured in products such as notecards, prints, towels, coasters, puzzles etc that will be available tomorrow from 4-8 PM at the Paint Factory/Ocean Alliance Cape Ann Makers Market. Whale items will be discounted for anyone mentioning Good Morning Gloucester (except for notecards). Please stop by and say hello.

Fish Box Derby

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni
Who’s getting race fever! I know we are. Just a few reminders:
1. Inspections will be held 09/12 from 9 am to 11 am. All racers must attend. There will be NO Inspections on Race day. Please be sure to bring your waivers signed by a Parent or Guardian.
2. Race Day: 09/19 drivers must arrive by between 10:30 and 11am. Your car number will be written on your pit space.
Classic Cooks will be joining us again this year offering Family friendly food and beverages.
We also are partnering with Pauline Bresnahan and team on the Women to Women Donation drive which supports women serving in active duty. There will be a donation box on Race day. Please consider bringing a donation.
Thank you !

Mood Report: Foggy

Posted on by Pat D

The post storm fog around town this week created some moody scenes. All beautiful and worth sharing. For some additional shots please visit Pat D’s Photos and Adventures on Facebook.

Donna’s Cute Little Bird — pat morss

Posted on by patmorss

Donna posted a picure and question Tuesday evening as to who her “cute little bird” is. I questioned our ornithologist daughter and son-in-law, and Derek wrote back:

“That’s a juvenile House Finch that is suffering from (and probably blinded by) a disease that is most likely conjunctivitis. 

So not cute.

Unfortunately.”

Between Hurricane Alerts — pat morss

Posted on by patmorss

We’ve been dodging hurricanes, so outdoor activities continue.

The turkeys now have the reflections covered, front and back
Bees are still on the flowering bushes
Hundreds of swallows swooping around the lighthouse
Mass Audubon reports they are assembling on Cape Ann for migration south
No place to hide on the road, so I’ll freeze
Look like apples but taste like pears
A delicate thistle flower head
A relaxing sail in the harbor; Stacy Boulevard; boat waiting for the Cut Bridge
A contrast in marine vessel modes of power; schooner Thomas E Lannon
Trawler ‘Tradition’ headed to her berth

Iguanas vs Killer Snakes. Who Ya Got?

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro