My View of Life on the Dock
One thousand chowder cups in the process of being labeled for the upcoming Fish Chowder Taste Test event at St. Peter’s Club April 5 at 6 pm. 100 tickets sold ($10 each to benefit scholarship fund) if you want to participate in the tasting. No pre sales. The ticket gives you the opportunity to taste 10 different fish chowders and vote for your favorite.
This week’s Bagel of the week is Asiago 
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SALTY’S BAGELS
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(We will be closed for our Spring Break on Sat. April 19th and Sun. April 20th.)
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Hand-rolled, boiled, and baked in Cape Ann. 
Joey,
I grew up in Gloucester (Mansfield St. and a few other locations)including Beach Court in the Fort.I shopped at your grandfather’s “Pat’s Center Grocery” and graduated St. Ann High in 1958.
Last summer I was invited to give a talk on”The Irish in the Fort” at the Sawyer Free on Main St. My daughters and their entire families joined me (15 in all ) last summer.
It was a very busy week and they did kayaking, whale watches and swimming with their own families.
This year, my two daughters have invited me to visit Gloucester (girls only) from Sunday night, April 27 through April 30 and driving back to NJ on May 1.
Since it is “off season”, they have booked Ocean House on Bass Rocks.
I’d like them to see Gloucester from a native’s point of view, not the touristy side.
They have enjoyed St. Joseph’s subs at Vergilio’s and books at Gloucester Book Store.
I hope to take them inside city hall, both churches OLGV and St. Ann’s.
I had a tour of the Fisk organ factory in 2019, so I’d like to visit the CAM exhibit on Poplar St., so they can see the beautiful miniature model organs by Greg Bover.
Is there anything in the St. Peter’s Club about the history of St. Peter’s Fiesta or the Blessing of the Fleet? Or even the Greasy Pole race.
In the summer of 1957, I had the privilege of being on the Ida and Joseph during the blessing. My high school choir friends invited me to St. Joseph’s Day altars and the Mother of Grace club was still active.
This is the vanishing part of Gloucester that I’d like my daughters to see or hear about.
Thank you for taking the time to read this.
My daily Gloucester Times, forwarded by a classmate and your Good Morning Gloucester keep me connected and updated, even though I live in NJ.
Anne “Nancy” Power Parsons
SAH 1958
The weather on Tuesday was typical March skies. Sunny and then cloudy within a couple of minutes. When I was in Rockport Tuesday afternoon, the sun came out at Front Beach exhibited mother nature’s beauty.
At the Edge…
Link here to give- https://www.givengain.com/project/debbie-raising-funds-for-boston-athletic-association-89284
Gloucester Fire Lt. Patrick Legro is sworn in at City Hall. Lt. Legro, who is also a certified EMT and Paramedic, has served with the Gloucester Fire Department since 2013. (Courtesy Gloucester Fire Department)
GLOUCESTER — Assistant Fire Chief Robert Rivas is pleased to report that Gloucester Firefighter Patrick Legro was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant.
Lt. Legro is a Tewksbury native who joined the Gloucester Fire Department in 2013 after earning his EMT and Paramedic certifications, as well as a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University.
He was initially assigned to Rescue 1, and has since worked in numerous fire stations around the city. He was promoted to temporary lieutenant in August and earned a permanent promotion that went into effect this week.
Lt. Legro will now serve on Ladder 1 in Group 3, based at Fire Headquarters. He was also selected to be part of the District 6 HazMat Team, which responds to hazmat incidents around the entire region.
He lives in Groveland with his wife Kristen, 6-year-old son Colin and 4-year-old daughter Emilia Rae.
“Lt. Legro is a highly qualified, dedicated firefighter, and I look forward to seeing where else his career will take him,” said Assistant Chief Rivas.
Gloucester, MA — March 27, 2025— Rocky Neck Art Colony is honored to have been selected as a recipient of a $12,700 award from 100 Women Who Care Cape Ann, a generous organization dedicated to supporting local nonprofits. This funding will help sustain and expand Rocky Neck’s mission to foster creativity, provide opportunities for artists, and enrich the Cape Ann community through the arts.
The donation was awarded during an inspiring gathering of 100 Women Who Care Cape Ann, where members pool resources to make a significant impact on organizations that strengthen the local community.
“The support from 100 Women Who Care Cape Ann is an incredible gift, not just financially but as a vote of confidence in the power of the arts,” said Elizabeth Carey, CEO of the Rocky Neck Art Colony. “This funding allows us to continue offering exhibitions, workshops, and outreach programs that make the arts accessible through a newly created website. It keeps our vibrant creative community in the hearts and minds of all” added Susan Alvey, Development Board Chair.
Rocky Neck Art Colony is the oldest and cherished artist community in the United States, serving as a vital hub for artists and art lovers for generations. With this award, the organization will continue to enhance communication, marketing, programming, accessibility, and ensure that Rocky Neck remains a dynamic center for creative expression.
The Rocky Neck Art Colony extends its heartfelt gratitude to 100 Women Who Care Cape Ann for their generosity and dedication to strengthening nonprofit organizations throughout the region.
For more information about the Rocky Neck Art Colony and upcoming programs, please visit www.rockyneckartcolony.org
About Rocky Neck Art ColonY – The Rocky Neck Art Colony, located in Gloucester, MA, is one of the oldest, most cherished art communities in the country. The organization is committed to fostering creativity, supporting artists, and bringing the transformative power of the arts to the community through exhibitions, workshops, and outreach initiatives.
About 100 Women Who Care Cape Ann – 100 Women Who Care Cape Ann is a giving circle that brings together local women to make a powerful impact by collectively supporting nonprofit organizations. Their mission is to empower and uplift the Cape Ann community through generosity and collaboration.
The Gloucester Harbormaster rents 30 transient mooring spots across the Inner Harbor, Southeast Harbor, and Western Harbor, offering top-notch amenities like WiFi, storage, floating docks, and more. Plus, enjoy access to our state-of-the-art boaters lounge and launch services.
For all the details on how to book your reservation, check it out here: https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/179/City-Moorings
‘Tis the season for lots of care and maintenance to get boats back into the water. When watching all the work getting done in boat yards, the Railways, and on the waterfront you can definitely tell that summer is inching closer.
Sharing information regarding 5 Star Phresh Phood from their Facebook page:
We took a ride and stopped to watch happenings along the Ipswich River a day or so ago. We were delighted by this trio of loons hanging out and feasting. They obligingly stayed close enough to watch for a while. It’s another sign that spring is upon us! Check out additional pictures and story details on Facebook at Pat D’s Photos and Adventures.
~ chasnaz
The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation presents Miranda Aisling in concert on April 5th in the Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church
Local interdisciplinary artist Miranda Aisling (ash-lean) will perform a folk concert at the Gloucester Meetinghouse on Saturday, April 5th at 7:30pm. Aisling will be joined by musicians Matt Lefebvre on bass and Phil Benjamin on guitar, adding rich layers to her evocative folk sound.
Aisling’s original folk songs blend frank vulnerability with insightful social commentary. A classically trained pianist who shifted from Bach to the Indigo Girls, she brings the lively spirit of a folk festival to her performances, engaging audiences with a mix of sung and spoken storytelling.
Since moving to Gloucester in 2019, Aisling has performed to enthusiastic full houses at the Rocky Neck Cultural Center, the Manship Artists Retreat, and MAGMA (Movement Arts, Gloucester, MA). As a member of the Treehouse Charlatans, she has performed at the Lanesville Music Festival, the Cape Ann Museum, and Art in the Barn.
The Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church is located at the corner of Church and Middle Streets (GPS 50 Middle Street). Parking is available on the green. The admission for the event is $20 General, $5 Students (all ages), under 12 free. An elevator is available from the side door at 10 Church Street. For advance ticket purchases and more information please visit: www.gloucestermeetinghouse.org
Good Morning Gloucester 