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reason #9572 to love gloucester

Football on the river bank! I have hockey players….who also play some baseball and lacrosse….and now Finn plays Fishermen Youth Football. He had his first game this Sunday on the New Balance Field at Gloucester High’s Newell Stadium. First of all, the crowd who came to watch the Youth Football games was pretty amazing, but secondly, watching football on a beautiful Sunday afternoon as boat traffic coasts by to/from the cut bridge was pretty sweet. Only in Gloucester.

At 8:20AM I was voter number 30 at East Gloucester School Preliminary Mayoral Election – Check in with a comment on what number voter , what time you voted and what polling place you voted at

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Boston lights Lanterns at Franklin Park Zoo

We have a wonderful time at the Boston Lights Lantern Experience at Franklin Park Zoo a few days ago. After studying sunset times, we purchased tickets in advance online for 6:30 PM which worked out very well (except for the traffic on the way there due to rush hours and Red Sox game). It was just getting to be dusk and there was ample parking and fewer people as the sun began to set. When we left an hour later, the parking lot was jammed and people were pouring in. The traffic on the drive was no fun but it was still a very worthwhile visit. Additional pictures and details can be viewed at my Facebook page Pat D’s Photos and Adventures.

The light displays were awesome in their variety and entertainment value. Some move and/or make noises and all are pretty spectacular. As GMG Jim noted: “It is not lame”. Very popular with families and tickets appeared to be available upon arrival as well as by presale. Most of the zoo animals were not out at that time of day so don’t expect to see many if you are going for the light experience. Food, drink and snack stands were open for business.

If you aren’t up for the trip to the zoo, here are some samples of the sights for your enjoyment. Next time we go (and we will go again another year) we might round up some children to take along to add to the fun. The show goes on until Oct 11 2021.

Gloucester Preliminary Election: September 14, 2021      Mayoral Race only- Get out and Vote!

City of Gloucester Elections

Preliminary Election: September 14, 2021      Mayoral Race only.

Polls are open from 7:00am to 8:00pm on each election day. 

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“Chess in the Amphitheater” at the Sawyer Free Library

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Chess is more popular now than ever! Are you looking to learn the basics of the game, for a partner to play, a challenge, a new move? Then you’re in luck! Kicking off this Saturday,September 18, theSAWYER FREE LIBRARYis hostingCHESS IN THE AMPHITHEATER, a new weekly program from11:00 am to 1:00 pmeachSaturday through October. All ages and abilities are welcome!

Sawyer Free Library’ Weekly “Chess in the Amphitheater” begins 9/18

The weekly Saturday sessions will offer an opportunity for people to learn how to play chess including the fundamentals and tips for playing a better game. For more experienced chess players looking to play a match, there will be several boards and pieces with time clocks. All chess players will be paired with a partner who will challenge and engage them at their skill level.

Chess in the Amphitheaterwill be led by Gloucester’s ownKim…

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Fun day on Saturday

The ocean put on quite a show this weekend, so much fun for all, kids and adults alike.

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Memorial service for Mary Rhinelander McCarl at St John’s Episcopal Church on Saturday, September 18 at 11:00 AM

Joey – there will be a memorial service for Mary Rhinelander McCarl at St John’s Episcopal Church on Saturday, September 18 at 11:00 AM and the family would be pleased to have people who have known Mary over many years in Gloucester attend the memorial service.  Mary was active in the arts community and well known as an historian of Gloucester and its people over the years.   Thanks for your consideration- Hank McCarl, Mary’s husband

Bernardo Baglioni Hosts tonight! @ The Jam: Mondays at Minglewood Tavern with Dennis and Joe 9.13.2021

Berna, Joe & Dennis kick it off at 8, and then we open it up to YOU!! Come play! 8-11pm

Minglewood Harborside!