Cape Ann Whale Watch Opens This weekend!

It’s that time of year again! The local whale watches are opening and beginning to take trip reservations. Cape Ann Whale Watch opens their season this weekend on Saturday April 23 and I cannot wait to book my first trip of the season. These are some sample photos I have gotten in the past as these trips have usually been VERY successful with multiple sightings and expert guides. Hoping to see you out there soon!

CAPE ANN MARCH FOR UKRAINE

Hi Joey! If you would please post this on your newsletter, we would be grateful! Thanks a million. Beth Lalik & Tom Flaherty

CAPE ANN MARCH FOR UKRAINE

March with us to support Ukraine this Saturday, April 23 from 3:00 to 4:30pm! Our family wanted to do more for Ukraine and find a way for members of our community to have their voices heard. We will meet at the First Baptist Church in Rockport, proceed through Dock Square, up Main Street, then to Five Corners, left onto Broadway, and return to the First Baptist Church (about a mile walk). We will have a table set up outside the Church for donations. We will give all donations to the World Central Kitchen (which was bombed in Kharkiv last Saturday). We hope to see you on Saturday in support of Ukraine! Feel free to bring your own flags and banners. Kids of all ages are welcome! For questions (or to let us know you will be there!) please contact Tom at tflaher7@aol.com.

Winds are Kicking Upon Lake Powell

Checking in from Lake Powell. Winds are picking up and we’re watching our 4 anchor lines closely. I’d love the wind to die down before bedtime. Click on the link to see the video.

Using @DeckWise Two Part Cleaner/Brightener System On Our Faded Mahogany Deck Railing

Got the First Step Done, The Cleaning.

Before
Before
You wet it, apply the product with a sprayer, wait 10-15 minutes, then scrub with a stiff brush. Lots of grime gets lifted. Then rinse off thoroughly.
Doing sections at a time to insure it stays wet.
Top section done with first step
This is part 1

I’ll let you know how part 2 goes. And then the final application of Ipe Oil.

Sushi Sang LeeOpen Thursday to Sunday, 5pm to 8pm Order online www.sushisanglee.com

Sushi Sang Lee
Open Thursday to Sunday, 5pm to 8pm
Order online www.sushisanglee.com

You could tell me this was footage from any Molly Ringwald movie and I wouldn’t doubt you for a second.

Patti and Peter Vangsness From Medway Came To Gloucester Because They Love GMG And Wanted To Go To The Howard Blackburn Opening!

Patti told me they read GMG religiously and when they saw that The Howard Blackburn was opening they wanted to make the trek north!

That earned them a GMG Sticka

Spring Visit to Long Hill

The flowering trees and bushes of springtime hold a special place in my heart so I find myself actively seeking places to go and feast my eyes and soul. Long Hill in Beverly fit the bill on a pretty spring day this week. This Trustees property is well worth the short drive. It’s like you step into another world when you approach the campus.

The property was still half decorated for Easter festivities and full of young children on Patriot’s Day. I stuck close by the house and gardens. The house has recently been opened for visitors and it’s worth the quick walk through. Though still only early spring, the gardens are springing up hopefully. If you haven’t been recently, some changes have been made to the entry and it might not look familiar to you. The friendly guide at the gate offered directions and an explanation. There’s a new event tent near the house which will add to the opportunities to enjoy this property. Worth the short ride!

Cape Ann Symphony: Katy and the Big Snow at the Sawyer Free Library

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The Sawyer Free Library is pleased to present a musical morning for children & families on Thursday, April 21 at 10:30am! The Cape Ann Symphony will presents the musical story of Katy and the Big Snow on the Main Floor of the library.

Come and hear the magic of the music with the storytelling of actress Heidi Dallin as they present the story by Virginia Lee Burton: Katy and the Big Snow! Learn about all the instruments and get a close up look at them!

For more information visit: sawyerfreelibrary.org or call 978-325-5551.

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News from your YMCA!

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Healthy Kids Day – Saturday, April 30th

Join us for fun activities for the whole family including cornhole, basketball, Camp Spindrift tours, life jacket fittings, arts and craft with Art Haven, yoga and more!

Saturday, April 30th
At the Y: 9:30 AM -11:30 AM
At Camp Spindrift: from 12:30-2:30 PM


Liquid Gyms – The Pool in Not Just for Swimming

Our pools are also Liquid Gyms with Aqua Bikes and Aqua Treadmills submerged in the pool!

Each option provides an incredible workout with less stress on joints. We’ve worked with aqua instructor Katy Coffey to change the perception of aquatic fitness, train and invest in
instructors while partnering with aquatic fitness companies around the country to bring these new innovative workout options. Jump in and try it!

Click here for schedules

Lifeguard Courses & Recertifications

APRIL VACATION COURSE
Tuesday 4/19– Friday 4/ 22
11am-5pm (all days)

WEEKEND COURSE
Friday/Saturday/Sunday 4/29– 4/31 & 5/6 –5/7
5-9pm (Fri) 11am-4pm…

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Quick Nor’easter — pat morss

It was a quick storm Monday night into Tuesday, with winds 63mph around us.

Colorful ‘Starbord and Port’ fishing boats returning Monday evening
Seas built up overnight but remained modest
Surfing material
Sea foam along the rocks
Hints of sun in the afternoon
More foam, with Dog Bar Breakwater doing its thing
Photographer with dog at the Audubon Sanctuary
Strange moonrise: “Red sun at night sailors delight….”?

Kate made great pico de Gallo using the Fullstar Chopper that’s 25% off right now

Here’s the link to purchase

https://amzn.to/3v330la

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First official customers of the GMG sunrise ice tea @shore_nutrition. Stop in today to grab one, you’ll be glad you did.

If you watched today’s podcast you know that GMG Chris McCarthy and Faye created a GMG Power Tea called “GMG Sunrise” at Shore Nutrition on Main St.

139 Main St Gloucester MA

Shore Nutrition Website Link Here