Day: August 19, 2023

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Countdown to Kindergarten welcomes the Class of 2036!

Come on down to Lexington Ave for some Block Party fun! Stop by Pat D’s Photos and say hello. Photo credit Bill Bartlett! Nice to see you guys!

The Glen T. MacLeod Cape Ann YMCA is preparing for its second annual Golf Tournament, to be held on Monday, October 2, 2023! This outstanding event is raising funds to benefit the children and families in our Cape Ann service area with a demonstrated financial need.  

This year, the goal is to provide nearly a million dollars in financial assistance for childcare, memberships, and specialized sports and wellness programs, including Cornerstone which provides complimentary access to our facility and support programming for those battling cancer.
Because of the generosity of the business and individuals in our community, we not only have the Y that Cape Ann truly deserves but we can also provide hope, health, and healing to friends, neighbors, and families in our communities. 100% of the proceeds raised will go directly into the Glen T. MacLeod YMCA’s financial assistance program.

The tournament is open to all individuals who enjoy playing golf and want to make a difference. Businesses can support by providing items to go in the raffle and/or sponsorship. Register and learn more here.

Here is one example of how life-changing financial assistance can be for our friends and neighbors:

This membership changed my life. As a single mom, the amount of resources offered to me at the Y is numerous. Being able to bring my child with me to the Kids’ Club while I explore new fitness opportunities has helped me reclaim my body and my life. I love trying new classes and programs- even things that are out of my comfort zone are made welcoming by how kind the instructors are and the culture created by other Y members. I never would have seen myself going to “strength train together” or “rise and shine boot camp” but the Y has allowed me to make fitness a central part of my life, in a way that no other gym could. The offerings at the Cape Ann YMCA feel akin to a boutique gym but are accessible to people like me with limited resources. Thank you. 

Send questions to Arthur Athanas: athanasa@northshoreymca.org

Quiet Start…

Take a break from the grind and enjoy some fresh air and delicious food on the deck today!

66 E Main St, Gloucester, MA 01930

Menu: zekesgloucester.com

Phone: (978) 283-7817

The annual Fish Box Derby is coming up soon (Sun Sept 17) and here’s an update from their Facebook page. This event is held along Rogers St near Gortons every year and is super fun but the pre-race inspections are coming right up Sunday Aug 27.

In an earlier post, I noted that I ran all over town chasing sunset last night and these are some examples of how the skies changed so quickly from one part of town to another. These were all within about 30 minutes of each other.