This magnificent fall color and texture caught my eye in the vicinity of Lanesville recently. So much character and color! I thought you might enjoy it too.

Order in advance for pick up on November 10th and November 17th.
www.saltysbagels.com

NOVEMBER 3RD IS FOR WALK UPS ONLY
8-10 AM (WHILE THEY LAST) AT 23 EAST MAIN STREET

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October 22, 2024 ~ Sawyer Free Library ~ 

Join expert birder and conservationist GINO ELLISON for a guided bird walk around Gloucester’s hidden fall birding hot spots.

Starting at 7:00 am, on Saturday, October 26, join the Sawyer Free Library for an on-location, guided bird walk around Gloucester! Beginners Wanted and Welcomed!

Please note that patrons will need their own transportation for this event. Registration is required at sawyerfreelibrary.org.

Patrons will meet at Gloucester’s Fisherman Memorial Statue on Stacy Boulevard, and then car caravan to locations such as: The Jodrey State Fish Pier – Niles Beach – Eastern Point – Brace Cove – The Elks Club Beach Lookout – and finally end at a tbd coffee shop for conversation and sharing ideas on bird books to read!

Patrons should bring the following for this event:  binoculars – weather appropriate clothing – sunglasses – water – camera w/ zoom lens (if so inclined) – a smile, and a positive attitude!

About Gino:

Eugene (Gino) Ellison, is a lifetime resident of Massachusetts. He is happily married to his wonderful wife Kate (38 years) and they have 3 fun kids and 4 active grandkids. Gino is now retired from the investment business as well as the Professional Bass Fishing Tournament circuit. He’s been affiliated with Bass Pro Shops for over 25 years and still makes several store appearances each year. Gino is a hunter, fisherman, conservationist and passionate birder who leads dozens of walks in Massachusetts. Gino greatly enjoys volunteering with Mass Wildlife and with Mass Audubon at their family birding & fishing events. Gino just completed a successful ABA Birding Big Year in 2023 and is scheduled to speak at birding festivals and clubs around New England and nationwide.

 Patrons will need their own transportation for this event. Registration required at sawyerfreelibrary.org. 

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Fall Birding Hot Spots Gloucester’s Hidden Gems: A guided birding tour with Gino Ellison this Sat!

All’s Quiet…

8 p.m. Friday

Shalin Liu Performance Center,
37 Main Street in Rockport, Mass.

Effervescent and engaging, Boston-based fiddler Hanneke Cassel’s fiddle music fuses influences from the Isle of Skye and Cape Breton with Americana grooves and musical innovations. Her music is a blend of the contemporary and traditional, described by the Boston Globe as “exuberant and rhythmic, somehow wild and innocent, delivered with captivating melodic clarity and an irresistible playfulness.”  For this duo project, Hanneke joins forces with pianist Dave Wiesler who has built a national reputation for his rhythmic and innovative piano playing, and his sensitive accompaniment of dance music, choruses, and soloists.  Hanneke and Dave have played together for over 20 years, recorded together on six albums, and have toured the East coast of the United States and across France, performing concerts and playing for Scottish Country Dances. 

Keith Murphy and Yann Falquet are masters of contemporary Celtic guitar, representing the compelling textures, harmonies and rhythms that the guitar has brought to traditional songs and instrumentals since the Celtic music revival in the 1970s. As singers, they bring a rich blending of the Franco and Anglo song traditions. Falquet comes with a wealth of songs from the French-Canadian tradition. He is probably best known for his work with the Quebecois trio, Genticorum, with whom he has been a driving force since the group’s inception.  Murphy is a highly respected traditional singer and brings a song repertoire filled with gems from his native Newfoundland as well as Quebec and his current home, Vermont. He was a founding member of the groundbreaking trio, Nightingale. https://www.hannekecassel.com/

The Aquasport rides again!

Gloucester Police Community Navigator Tito Rodriguez is being recognized at the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus 2024 Latino Excellence Awards. (Photo Courtesy Gloucester Police Department)

Chief Edward Conley is pleased to share that Gloucester Police Community Navigator Tito Rodriguez is being recognized at the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus 2024 Latino Excellence Awards.  

The 2024 Latino Excellence Awards will be held on Oct. 25 in Boston and Community Navigator Rodriguez was one of roughly 25 individuals who will be recognized during an awards ceremony. 

Community Navigator Rodriguez has been with the Gloucester Police Department since 2020 when the department implemented the Community Impact Unit. The goal of the unit is to provide and secure relationship-based connections to a continuum of care for individuals with a substance misuse disorder and to guide individuals to other services and resources including, mental health, housing, education, and more. In his role as Community Navigator, Rodriguez provides a collaborative and engaging environment for those who struggle with substance misuse. He establishes working relations with individuals and organizations to help target those in need of assistance and directs individuals to the appropriate support services. Throughout his role, Rodriguez’s main focus has been helping people by establishing connections and implementing harm reduction strategies for those in active addiction. 

“I want to congratulate Tito Rodriguez for this well-deserved recognition,” said Chief Conley. “Tito goes above and beyond for our community providing necessary resources and support to those who are struggling with substance misuse or addiction. We are lucky to have him on our team, helping to support every individual in all aspects of life. I am honored to be able to see him grow here at the department and truly expand our Community Impact Unit.”

For more information about the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus click here. 

 

Here is a video of The Pairs performing their song Superhuman: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alexandra & Josh

We had a sPECtacular whale watch with Cape Ann Whale Watch earlier this week. As you know, it’s been gorgeous and I decided it was time for our fall whale watch. What a day out there! As we arrived to the feeding grounds, we were greeted with an extended “pec slapping” demonstration as you can see here. This whale remained unidentified but we also saw Boat Hook, Quarternote, Owl, Lichen, Rope, Jigsaw and Decimal. Seeing Quarternote and Decimal made this retired librarian and music teacher very happy. Tina, the naturalist, was as informative as she always is. Capt John did a great job maneuvering the Hurricane II and the crew Lisa, Sierra, John and Sophia were quite helpful. We met some visitors from NY (shout out Rosie and husband) and Texas which made the trip extra enjoyable. There’s about 2 weeks left in the season and I highly recommend getting out there if you can.

For additional photos and story details, check out Pat D’s Photos and Adventures on Facebook.

Adjustments are underway as we progress through autumn.