My View of Life on the Dock
Kate and I are going to feature one or two local places to buy holiday gifts each day highlighting the fact that there’s no need to buy your presents online or trudge up to the mall.
There’s excellent places to shop right here in Gloucester.
For more visit www.goodmorninggloucester.com
Celebrate the holiday spirit with the 4th Annual Winter Lights on Cape Ann! Discover Gloucester, in partnership with the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, invites everyone to experience the festive charm of our coastal communities from Small Business Saturday on November 25th through New Year’s Day.
This year, more than 100 small businesses across Gloucester, Essex, Ipswich, Manchester-by-the-Sea, and Rockport are illuminating their storefronts to celebrate the holiday season. In quintessential New England fashion, these beautiful communities transform into winter wonderlands each year, with sparkling lights and creative window displays, offering a perfect backdrop for holiday shopping and memorable outings.
“The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with Discover Gloucester, presenting the 4th Annual Winter Lights on Cape Ann. This is a magical time of year in our one-of-a-kind region, and Winter Lights is a joyous and festive opportunity to explore our communities throughout the holiday season. We are so excited to have participation from over 100 businesses, who take pride in their creative holiday displays and spreading holiday cheer throughout our Cape Ann and Ipswich communities. Please take a drive, or stroll, and check out the beautiful lights and displays, created for your enjoyment, and be sure to cast your vote for your favorite display. As always, remember to support local businesses by shopping at local businesses, throughout the holiday season,” remarks Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Officer Steve Buckley.
Back by popular demand is the much-anticipated decorating contest. Spectators and shoppers are encouraged to explore each town, enjoy the festive ambiance, and vote for their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place choices for the Best Winter Lights on Cape Ann. Voting starts on Small Business Saturday, November 25th, and winners will be announced in the New Year, with exciting prizes up for grabs.
“We’re thrilled to see Winter Lights on Cape Ann get a little more festive and expansive each year, with a great group of businesses across all five communities in the Greater Cape Ann region! The holiday season is a truly magical time to explore picturesque Gloucester and our neighbors, with festive lights, holiday events, walkable downtowns lined with shops, surrounded by the serenity of the sea,” says Discover Gloucester Executive Director Tess McColgan.
Pack your car and head to Cape Ann for an unforgettable holiday experience. Be part of the magic and cast your vote in the decorating contest! See the full list of businesses, vote on your favorites, and access the digital map with event details, sales, and more at discovergloucester.com/winter-lights-cape-ann. You can also pick up a brochure in any of the participating businesses, or download the PDF on the website.
Discover Gloucester is a nonprofit organization focused on increasing awareness of Gloucester as a prime visitor destination. With a vision to inspire diverse and authentic visitor experiences, Discover Gloucester works collaboratively with the city, local businesses, and cultural venues to foster a positive economic impact in the region.
The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce – Serving Essex, Gloucester, Ipswich, Manchester-by-the-Sea & Rockport for over 100 Years. The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote its members, provide leadership and advocacy to grow the regional economy, celebrate our culture, and enhance the quality of life for the greater Cape Ann region.
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Water Shuttle #boatdog: BELLA, the comfort dog!
Very lucky to live and be able to walk to Rafe’s Chasm.
Episode 119
We’re back with the Bros! It’s our 5th year with the Mo Bros! This time, we got family members! LEGIT! We are joined by Ben Cannon for his 5th year, his father Glenn and his YMCA mentee Blaine Rogers!This year we focused on the conversations had around Movember and the generational differences between all 3 in conversations.
Links you should know:https://fb.me/e/2NcXGQCaahttps://conversations.movember.com/en/
Handcrafted…
Beginning this week, Friday, November 24th and continuing through December 15th, Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco will open her studio for the community for holiday shopping. The Sea Glass barn is located at 44 Thurston Pt. Rd. in Riverdale – the back barn off the main road. Official hours will be 11AM to 6PM, but by calling 978-283-8333 (Landline) or emailing jackie@capeanndesigns.com, you can make appointments for Friday or any other day. For those that are out of town, the website now offers nearly 200 pieces on its eCommerce site.
Each Friday, there will be a 20% promotion of some part of the collection. The items available for sale range from the smallest hair accessories to statement pieces designed with the rarest forms of sea glass – bottlenecks and perfume stoppers. The latest addition to the collection are Sea Glass Stepping stones for the garden. A few are available for sale, but most will be done by ordering for the Spring. Gift Certificates are available and custom work can be done if you have a favorite piece of sea glass you would like incorporated into the work. The designs have evolved based on unique finds over the years. Stop in for a cup of hot chocolate and join her in celebrating 20 years of making on Cape Ann.
Contact: jackie@capeanndesigns.com or 978-283-8333
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Top Golf, Canton. Finn and his hockey team played at 9:00 on both Saturday and Sunday at the Rodman Arena next to Gillette Stadium. After winning a huge championship game (against an undefeated team) they wanted to celebrate at Top Golf right down the road in Canton. Such a fun spot….click on the whole post to see the desserts that they were maybe the most excited for…and use this link to learn more about Top Golf itself. https://topgolf.com/us/canton/
I’ve been hearing quite a bit about the fate of Apple St in Essex so I decided to take a ride to see this scenic roadway. I discovered a new (to me) trail and decided to explore a bit. The Warren Weld Woodland (say it 3 times fast) sits along Apple St and has a small parking area. The trail is leaf covered and surrounded by forest; though I did not go too far along the trail when I remembered I was alone and no one knew where I was! If you’re in a contemplative mood and need some time in the good old woods, I suggest taking the short ride and explore for yourself. I do not know what the residents will decided about Apple St but I expect to return to Warren Weld Woodland sometime soon!
Good Morning Gloucester 