Saturday was a beautiful day to spend at Appleton Farms. The animals, veggies and a great fall show.
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Check out this website. This company makes pocketbooks, back packs, etc. out of plastic bottles. Great idea. Here is an example of product that I actually bought for a Christmas present. This company is in Gloucester.
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Discover Gloucester is pleased to announce this year’s distinguished award recipients who will be celebrated at the 2024 Holiday Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, December 12, at Cruiseport Gloucester. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m., followed by a luncheon program starting at 12:00 p.m.
This annual event brings together community leaders, business owners, and residents to recognize individuals whose contributions have helped shape Gloucester into an authentic and dynamic destination.
The 2024 Discover Gloucester Award Winners are:
Exceptional Service Award Awarded to“Beauport Bob” of Beauport Hospitality Group This award honors an individual or establishment that has consistently gone above and beyond to promote Gloucester as a top destination. Through exceptional service, “Beauport Bob” has demonstrated a commitment to providing memorable experiences for visitors near and far, while supporting the core values of Gloucester’s hospitality industry.
Outstanding Appreciation Award Awarded toZach Sears of Minglewood Harborside This award recognizes individuals or organizations whose dedication has strengthened Gloucester’s position as a valuable and authentic visitor destination. Zach Sears has fostered resilient community connections, showing exemplary devotion to both residents and visitors alike.
Cultural Heritage / Harbor of Learning Award Awarded toMary Kay Taylor of Maritime Heritage Charters / Schooner Ardelle This award celebrates those dedicated to preserving Gloucester’s cultural heritage and educating others on its maritime legacy. Mary Kay Taylor has been instrumental in sharing Gloucester’s rich history and fostering appreciation for the unique experiences that Gloucester has to offer.
The Tobin Dominick Leadership Award Awarded to John Orlando of Harborview Inn This legacy award honors leaders with longstanding contributions to Gloucester’s tourism industry. John Orlando is recognized as a community pillar, demonstrating a lasting commitment to supporting Gloucester’s tourism and hospitality sector and embodying the leadership qualities that inspire others to invest in this special destination.
The Awards Celebration and Holiday Luncheon is sponsored by Cruiseport Gloucester.
Join us on December 12, at Cruiseport Gloucester, to celebrate these remarkable individuals and their impact on Gloucester’s vibrant community and tourism landscape. To purchase tickets to the Holiday Awards Luncheon, please visit: https://gloucester-tourism-alliance-dba-discover-gloucester.square.site/
About Discover Gloucester As the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the City of Gloucester, Discover Gloucester works to promote tourism and the visitor based economy by increasing awareness of Gloucester as a desirable visitor destination while also improving the quality of life for Gloucester residents and local business owners with positive economic benefits.
Discover Gloucester is a nonprofit 501-C-6, with grant support from the City of Gloucester, along with tourism-related local businesses that invest in advertising in our annual Discover Gloucester Visitor Guide and specially designed cooperative advertising packages and social media campaigns.
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A couple of friends and I took advantage of yesterday’s beautiful weather and sat on the deck at the Beauport to review some paperwork. A couple of quick cocktails, the beet salad, and a delicious flatbread pizza helped round out a perfect afternoon.
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Pat D’s Photos has a limited number of calendars available and you should get yours sooner than later. Once they are gone, I do not plan to order more. Cape Ann Favorites 2025 is an 8 x 11 wall calendar full of favorite local photos each taken within the last year. The shop at 44 Main St will be on limited hours in the next several days, so this might be your best chance to snag your 2025 calendar.
2025 Cape Ann Favorites Wall Calendar
plus shipping or free local delivery
$25.00
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Sip and Shop at The Saint Peter’s Club and 10 Team Italian Cookie Challenge Friday November 29th.
We currently have 6 teams entered- Zina Saputo, Sista Felicia, Rosalie Lentini, Faye and Caryn Linquata, Laurie Lufkin, Sue Lodge/Trina Doucette, Zach Sears/Rosa Buscaino/Trina Francis, Diane Horne . Four more slots open.
The first 100 people that buy $10 tickets starting at 6PM at the Club November 29th get to taste and judge a cookie from each of the ten teams.
There will be a Sip N Shop Featuring the debut of the new Espresso Cart From Bianca At Castaways and the Club will be making Espresso Martinis!!!!
Other vendors include Pat D’s Photos, Castaways Merch, Joe’s Fresh Fish Prints, Donna Ardizzoni Prints, Britt Barry Engraving, GRACEful & Gritty, The Salem Willow Boutique Plants and Your Boy Joey C with the Fleece Lined Beanie and Pom Hats and Gloucester Fishing Caps.
You can come sip and shop at 6 and if you’re one of the first 100 people starting at 6pm to donate $10 to The St Peter’s Club Scholarship fund you can taste 10 Italian cookies from ten of Gloucester’s finest baker teams!
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Discover how to effectively market your creative arts business with a tailored plan designed for you and your audience.
On Tuesday, November 12 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm – – Creative Arts Entrepreneurs – – are invited to the Sawyer Free Library to learn how to creating a marketing plan! This session will guide you toward sustainable actions and growth, whether you’re launching your business or looking to elevate it to the next level. Led by Leah Hancock, founder of Placid Marketing, this is the third session in the “Branding Your Own Creative Arts Business” series.
Registration required at sawyerfreelibrary.org. Questions? Contact: moneill@sawyerfreelibrary.org.
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