We had the opportunity to be out on the harbor after sunset recently. The activity and the lights fascinated me. It’s a perspective I don’t often get to enjoy but I always look forward to the chance.

JULY 9, 2024 ~ GREATER CAPE ANN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Gloucester’s Summer Block Parties have become a Cape Ann Classic, and the Greater Cape Ann Chamber is excited to be presenting three Block Parties this summer in partnership with the City of Gloucester. The first one will be Saturday, July 13^thfrom 6 PM to 10 PM on Main Street. Party-goers will enjoy fun dining options, live outdoor entertainment and street performers for a family-friendly night on the town. The Block Parties offer local shopping, restaurants, food trucks and non-stop fun!

The following is the schedule of Music & Performers for the July 13^th Block Party:

MUSIC:

• East End Stage (Stage Sponsor: BankGloucester)
  • 6:00-7:30 PM    TheGloucester Student Band
  • 7:30-9:00 PM    The Dogtown Cats
• Center Stage (Stage Sponsor: Cape Ann Savings Bank)
  • 6:00-8:00 PM      Jim & Tonic (Jazz Band)
  • 8:00-10:00 PM    Bill Gleason
• West End Stage (Stage Sponsor: Institution for Savings)
  • 6:00-8:00 PM      Carlos Barberi with mediterranean Sounds    
  • 8:00-10:00 PM    Tony Frontiero

STREET PERFORMERS: Intersection of Hancock & Main

• 6:15-7:00 PM: Tobin Renwick from The Red Trouser Show
• 7:10-7:45 PM: Cape Ann School of Dance
• 8:00-8:45 PM: Tobin Renwick from The Red Trouser Show

*Also on the street will be: Face Painting by Miss Wendy, ‘The Balloonitik’ with her fun balloon art for the kids, and a bucket drummer. 

FOOD VENDORS

• 5 Star Phresh Phood
• Crepe du Jour
• Kanaka Poke
• Meat and Sweet Foods
• Newburyport Crab Cake Co
• The Lobster Roller Rockport Kitchen
• Three Gingers Jerky
• Topsfield Bakeshop Inc.

BUSINESSES

• A&A Services (sponsor)
• Attorney Amy L. Connors
• Cape Ann Olive Oil
• Castaways Vintage Cafe
• Edward B Beattie Auctioneers
• Fireflies Boutique
• Mari Bergeron Pottery
• Mark Adrian Shoes
• Masshole Biscuit Co.
• Pat D’s Photos
• Phoenix Nest
• Pop Gallery
• Sample This
• Sea Coastal Arts
• Shore Nutrition
• Sweats of New England
• That’s The Tea Boutique
• The Bookstore of Gloucester
• The Cut
• The Willow Witch
• Village Silversmith

NON-PROFITS

• Action Inc.
• Adam Needs Beads
• Calvary Chapel Baptist Church
• Cape Ann Pride 
• Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team
• City of Gloucester-MA Save Energy
• Community Church of East Gloucester
• Essex County Habitat for Humanity
• FOSTER MA
• Gloucester Education Foundation
• Gloucester High School DECA
• Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute
• Gloucester Stage Company
• Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
• Housing4All Gloucester
• Local Colors Artists’ Cooperative
• Lupis Foundation of America
• North Shore Arts Association
• North Shore Bible Church
• North Shore Health Project
• Rocky Neck Art Colony
• Schooner Adventure
• Seaside Sustainability, Inc.
• Spaulding Outpatient Center Cape Ann
• St John’s Episcopal Church
• Town Green Inc.

The Chamber wishes to acknowledge and thank the City of Gloucester, Supporting Partner, many business sponsors, and main street merchants for their support in helping to make this year’s Block Parties possible. A listing of the sponsors is provided below:

• Stage Sponsors:  BankGloucester; Cape Ann Savings Bank; Institution for Savings
• Gold Sponsors:  Addison Gilbert Hospital; Applied Materials; Beauport Hospitality; The Building Center; and Endicott College
• Silver Sponsors:  A&A Services, Cape Ann YMCA, Chase Bank, and Ebenezer Tax and Services

The Second Block Party will be on Saturday, August 10^th. The Third Block Party will be on Friday, August 30^th. 

Additional information may be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/gloucesterblockparty.

Captain Heath Ellis and his crew are genuinely friendly hosts on the most beautiful ship in the harbor and you get to experience getting out on the water without the costs associated with boat ownership.

It is magic.

www.schooner.org To book your sail.

Bernie Cranston Rowing Past Captain Joe & Sons Lobster Co 7/7/23

Bernie Cranston Rowing A Dory Past Captain Joe and Sons 7/12/24

Sharing information shared by whdh.com regarding MA closures of Stop and Shop locations. It seems Gloucester Stop and Shop is safe for now!

Anyone Home?

Mayor Greg Verga is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Lucido as the City’s new Harbormaster, following a competitive selection process.

Lucido has served as Senior Assistant Harbormaster for the City of Gloucester since June 2010, where he has helped manage over 1,100 private moorings and enforce boating laws and regulations. With nearly 15 years of maritime operations and municipal harbor management experience, Lucido has collaborated extensively with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure boating safety and law enforcement.

“I’m thankful for this chance to step into such an important role in Gloucester. My time at the Harbormaster’s Office over the past 14 years has truly prepared me with the tools and skills I need for this leadership position,” said Lucido. “I’m excited to continue working with the amazing team at the Harbormaster’s Office and collaborating with the administration to make our harbor and waterfront a place we can all take pride in.”

His extensive training, certifications, and licenses provide a wide range of maritime, law enforcement, and environmental protection knowledge and expertise. Lucido holds a 100 Ton United States Coast Guard Masters License, as well as his Massachusetts Harbormaster Certification and Massachusetts Shellfish Constable Certification. 

Lucido, a lifelong resident of Gloucester, graduated from Gloucester High School before pursuing further education at trade programs and law enforcement trainings.

“We are America’s oldest seaport and a major seaside destination for residents and visitors alike, so the Harbormaster plays a crucial role in our community. Chris has been a fixture in our harbor for years and possesses the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this position,” said Mayor Greg Verga. “He has shown leadership in this department, and earned respect within our boating community. I feel confident in his ability to steer this department ahead and look forward to working with him.”

Lucido will officially take over the position on July 29, 2024. 

“The Waterways Board is very happy that Mayor Verga and the selection committee have hired Chris Lucido as Harbormaster. We look forward to working with Chris to continue elevating Gloucester as the fishing and boating destination of choice. Congratulations.” said Donna Crocker, chair of Gloucester’s Waterways Board.

His appointment will be forwarded to City Council for final approval in the coming weeks.

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A lot of times you go on vacation, get burned the first day and then y9ou’re afraid to go in the sun. Not with these lightweight SPF 50 hoodies. They are $35 and we will probably be sold out of them before boating season starts. Great gifts for Easter, great purchases if you’re traveling or sensitive to the sun at all. With sizes all the way up to XXXL !

We took a swing down to Lane’s Cove and noticed some remnants from the holiday festivities (presumably). It’s always pretty down there and I thought you might enjoy.

Hope his person sees this before he flies away. 

Thank you!

Deb Upton

The Captain Dave monitors VHF channel 10.

www.rosemarine.com for more info