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FEBRUARY 3, 2026 ~ SAWYER FREE LIBRARY

City of Gloucester Recognized for Second Time

GLOUCESTER, MA – The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) named the City of Gloucester as a 2025 Digital Inclusion Visionary Trailblazer, recognizing the City’s  efforts to close the digital divide. 

Digital inclusion – access to affordable high-speed internet, devices, and digital skills training – is essential to participating and thriving in today’s world. Recognizing the ongoing needs of the community, the City continues in its efforts towards digital equity.

“Access to technology is essential for education, work, and community engagement. The City of Gloucester is proud to be recognized as a Visionary Trailblazer for our commitment to ensuring all residents can fully engage in today’s connected world,” said Mayor Paul Lundberg. “We are grateful to Library Director Jenny Benedict and the staff at Sawyer Free Library for their leadership in advancing these efforts and making our Digital Equity initiatives a success.”

This year, Gloucester joins 58 other Digital Inclusion Trailblazers paving the way for digitally inclusive communities across the U.S.  Visionary Trailblazer is the highest honor awarded for communities that have achieved 18 points or higher out of a possible 23. Visionary Trailblazers are communities that have deeply integrated digital inclusion throughout their local government. They are leading the way in digital inclusion innovation.

“Nonprofits, libraries, churches, and other community organizations can’t reach digital equity on their own. For everyone to thrive in today’s digital world, we need all hands-on deck,” said Angela Siefer, NDIA executive director. “NDIA’s Digital Inclusion Trailblazer program exemplifies the key role of local governments in building digital opportunities for all of their residents.”

Trailblazers provide models for other local governments to aspire to as communities build digital inclusion ecosystems.Last year, the designation recognized the work of the Sawyer Free Library and municipal IT Department with consultants from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) on Gloucester’s first Digital Equity Plan. This plan is a roadmap for how the community can address the digital divide by helping under connected residents better access the Internet and obtain the devices and digital skills needed to fully participate in digital and everyday life.

This year, the City of Gloucester achieved Visionary Trailblazer status through the implementation of the Digital Equity Plan’s recommendations. Notably, the following Digital Equity initiatives launched in 2025:

• Gloucester’s Digital Equity Steering Committee was formed with 9 community partners, establishing Gloucester’s Digital Inclusion Ecosystem and engaging the community in ongoing conversation about increasing under connected residents’ access to the Internet, reliable devices and digital skills training;
• Sawyer Free Library’s Digital Learning Lab opened and hosted a Computer Basics Course funded in partnership with the Essex County Community Foundation;
• Gloucester Public School students with interests in technology were employed as Digital Tutor interns by Sawyer Free Library.

In addition, grant funds through the Massachusetts Broadband Institute have been secured for the implementation of initiatives in 2026, including new public outdoor Wi-Fi access networks downtown; the continuation of the Computer Basics Course at Sawyer Free Library; and free public Wi-Fi access in affordable housing sites. 

“The progress that has been made in a short period of time is simply outstanding,” said Library Director and Gloucester Digital Equity Steering Committee Chair Jenny Benedict. “In the first year, eight of the Digital Equity Plan’s thirteen short term recommendations are well underway. We are so proud that NDIA has recognized the City of Gloucester as a Visionary in leading the way with innovative practices in digital inclusion efforts.”

The Trailblazer program identifies seven categories of current best practices. Each applicant’s materials are verified for accuracy, assessed for community impact, and posted in an interactive map and searchable database on NDIA’s website. By sharing materials with open-sourcing, NDIA provides community advocates and local governments ways to continue learning, connect with trailblazing peers, and plan their own digital inclusion solutions.

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About National Digital Inclusion Alliance: NDIA advances digital equity by supporting community programs and equipping policymakers to act. Working collaboratively with over 2000 affiliates, NDIA advocates for equitable broadband access, tech devices, digital skills training, and tech support. For more information, visit digitalinclusion.org.

This annual all-ages event is a labor of love from GEF and our partners – bringing joy, color, and fun to the long, dark days of late winter. We can’t wait to play!

Thank you to our lead sponsor Cape Ann Savings Bank and sponsors Sawyer Free Library and Seashore Comfort Solutions for helping make this event free for the entire Gloucester community.

Want to help out? Links for day-of volunteering are in the comments – it takes a village to make a day of play, come lend a hand! ⬇

We’re giving ONE lucky winner the ultimate way to watch the Big Game at Harbor 9!

YOU COULD WIN:

• 2 Pizzas
• 2 Orders of Wings
• 2 Pretzels
• A FREE GOLF BAY with a massive 15-FT SCREEN to watch the game!

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Winner will be chosen Friday, February 6th at NOON
and announced in the comments

Good luck!

FEBRUARY 2, 2026 ~ THE CUT LIVE

Wednesday our weekly Celtic Seisiún in the restaurant starting at 6pm. This is intended to be a collaborative music experience so come grab a Guinness and enjoy the cozy neighborhood pub vibes! No cover. 

Thursday is Terrafunk & The Rupert Selection. This co-bill of psychedelic funk & psychedelic grunge is not to be missed!! There are still tickets available. Doors at 7pm. Show at 8pm.

Friday we have Little Lies – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac! Seats are sold out, but there are still GA Standing tickets available. Doors at 7pm. Show at 8pm.

We will also have live music in the restaurant from 7pm-10pm with EB3. No cover.

Saturday night Megan Wolffe returns to The Cut for Back to Black Live – A Tribute to Amy Winehouse. This show is intimate, intense, and an insane display of raw talent. Don’t skip it! There are still tickets available. Doors are at 7pm. Show at 8pm. 

Then we are throwing it down with DJ Vito & Friendsin the restaurant from 9 to close! DJ Vito Ferrara & Friends will be with us every Saturday night. No cover. Follow us on social media for guest DJ updates!

Sunday it’s THE BIG GAME! Come watch the Patriots take on the Seahawks in the biggest game of the year. We’re throwing a MASSIVE party, both in the restaurant (all ages) and in the venue (21+). We’ll have the game on all 9 TVs in the restaurant, and on a GIANT screen on the stage in the venue. Raffles, games, food specials from BRAVO²! The Cut is THE place to watch. Doors to the venue will open at 4pm for pregame coverage. Kick-off is at 6:30pm. RSVP to the FB event to be entered into our grand prize raffle! (must be present to win)

BRAVO² is now officially up and running serving their killer Detroit Style pizzas along with a full menu of other delicious salads, sides, and mains. Come on by and check them out! Updated hours are below. 
Their winter hours are: 
Wed 5pm – 9pm
Thu 5pm – 9pm
Fri 5pm – 10pm
Sat 5pm – 10pm 
Sun 12pm – 9pm
Closed Mon & Tue

TERRAFUNK & THE RUPERT SELECTION TICKETS

LITTLE LIES TICKETS

BACK TO BLACK TICKETS

RSVP TO THE BIG GAME PARTY

Our 2026 The Cut Memberships are still available. Sign up for exclusive presales, perks and privileges!

GET MEMBERSHIP DETAILS HERE

HOURS: 
MON CLOSED, TUE CLOSED, WED 5PM, THU 5PM, FRI 5PM, SAT 5PM, SUN 12PM

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