Author: Joey Ciaramitaro

The creator of goodmorninggloucester.org Lover of all things Gloucester and Cape Ann. GMG where we bring you the very best our town has to offer because we love to share all the great news and believe that by promoting others in our community everyone wins.

🏒🇺🇸 USA vs. Canada – The Ultimate Showdown! Tonight At Harbor 9 Golf🇨🇦

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Catch the 4 Nations Face-Off game LIVE at Harbor 9 on our massive 15-foot screens or from the bar with an ice cold drink in hand!

🌮🎉 Spice Up Your Fridays at Machaca! 🎉🌮

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Looking for great food, refreshing drinks, and a little friendly competition? Machaca has you covered! Join us every Friday from 8:30 PM to 11 PM for FREE TRIVIA and your chance to win awesome prizes!

🏆 Prizes Awarded Every Hour!

🎁 Win gift cards, tequila, and tequila brand swag

⏳ The earlier you arrive, the more chances you have to win!

All you have to do is download the free Tap TV app, play along, and show off your trivia skills.

So grab your friends, enjoy authentic Mexican flavors, sip on some tequila, and play to win! See you this Friday at Machaca! 🍹🔥

Machaca

Tacos & Tequila

14 Rogers St

Gloucester, MA

Sawyer Free Library Presents “Nature’s Voices” A Three-Part Literary Arts En Plein Air Writing Series 

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 ~ Sawyer Free Library

Award winning local author JoeAnn Hart to kick off series on Saturday, Feb 23

The Sawyer Free Library, in collaboration with Gloucester’s Writing Center, is thrilled to announce “Nature’s Voices,” a three-part writing workshop that invites participants to step away from everyday demands and reconnect with the natural world. Much like the French Impressionists who painted en plein air, the program invites participants to venture outside to observe shifting light, gentle breezes, and the soothing sounds of nature—only this time, capturing the scene on the page.

Led by professional writers, each session begins with a 30-minute guided walk to gather impressions and inspiration, followed by 90 minutes of writing indoors. Whether you’re a seasoned creator or new to writing, these sessions promise fresh perspectives, a deeper connection to nature, and invigorating creative exercises.

All sessions are free (ages 18+), rain or shine, and registration is required for each at sawyerfreelibrary.org. Dress for comfort and the elements, and bring your own rain gear if needed. Pens, notebooks, and an open mind are encouraged!

WORKSHOP 1:  It Was a Dark & Stormy Night: The Natural World in Fiction with JoeAnn Hart

Sunday, February 23 | 2:00–4:00 PM at Gloucester Writers Center, 126 East Main Street, Gloucester

Award-winning local author JoeAnn Hart will guide participants in exploring how nature’s drama can add depth and tension to fiction. JoeAnn’s acclaimed works—such as her recently released novel Arroyo Circle (Green Writers Press), prize-winning environmental fiction collection Highwire Act & Other Tales of Survival, the crime memoir Stamford ’76: A True Story of Murder, Corruption, Race, and Feminism in the 1970s, as well as Float, a dark comedy about plastics, and Addled, a social satire. Widely published, her short fiction and essays have appeared in Slate.com, Orion, The Hopper, Prairie Schooner, Terrain.org, and many others. Her work explores the relationship between humans, their environments, and the more-than-human world. REGISTER HERE

WORKSHOP 2: Rocks, Trees, and Me: Exploring the Self through Ecopoetry with Rachel Dillon

Saturday, March 11 | 1:00–3:00 PM at Lanesville Community Center, 8 Vulcan Street, Gloucester

Local writer Rachel Dillon, Managing Editor of Ploughshares and author of a chapbook on Gloucester’s Dogtown, will lead this hands-on workshop focused on ecopoetry. Drawing on poets from Dante Alighieri to Emily Dickinson to Donika Kelly, participants will engage with the landscape to discover new ways of expressing their personal and environmental connections. REGISTER HERE

WORKSHOP 3: Immersion, Observation, Reflection: Communicating Sense of Place through Essay

Saturday, April 5 | 2:00–4:00 PM at Gloucester Writers Center, 126 East Main Street, Gloucester

Photographer and essayist Mark Thayer offers a final session on crafting essays that illuminate the natural world. Through immersive observation and reflection, participants will learn to convey a vivid sense of place and personal insight into the environment around them. REGISTER HERE

For more information or to register for any of these workshops, please visit the Sawyer Free Library in person or online at sawyerfreelibrary.org, or contact Meg O’Neill at 978-325-5562 or moneill@sawyerfreelibrary.org.  

Sawyer Free Library Presents “Nature’s Voices” A Three-Part Literary Arts En Plein Air Writing Series 

Comprehensive plan community survey

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Hey Joey,

Hope you are doing well. I was wondering if you would be willing to post the link to the Community Survey for the Comprehensive Plan.This quick, anonymous survey (under five minutes) allows residents to weigh in on the priorities that will guide Gloucester’s growth and development over the next decade. The results will directly influence how the city allocates resources and implements key initiatives.

The survey focuses on four core themes:

  • An affordable and innovative place to live and work
  • Thoughtful and engaged city leadership
  • Preserving and sharing 400+ years of history, arts, culture, and landscapes
  • Strengthening physical connectivity and public health

We would really appreciate your support in sharing the survey link with your audience. Translations for Spanish, Portuguese, and other languages are available via Chrome browser settings.
Here is the link: 

tinyurl.com/GCP2034

Brandon Pratt just got certified as a Renovation Home Loan Specialist at CrossCountry Mortgage this winter.

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Since I have flipped and built houses over the years throughout New England, SC and FL, I wanted to expand my mortgage skills to include Renovation Loans

We have EIGHT renovation loans to choose from like FHA 203k, VA Renovation, Fannie Mae Homestyle Renovation, Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation and a few more!  These loans are pretty easy to do and can close in 60 days!  

 

I can do these loans in Mass, NH, Maine, SC and Florida too for second homes and investment properties too!

 

Thanks and chat soon!

Brandon Pratt

VP of Mortgage Lending / Loan Originator 

D 617.688.6891 

W www.ThePrattTeam.com

E brandon.pratt@ccm.com

Grove Street Self Storage is here to help you achieve your 2025 goals.

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The new year is here, and it’s the perfect time to set your sights on a fresh start. Whether you’re decluttering your home, moving to a new space, or gearing up for a big project, Grove Street Self Storage is here to help you achieve your 2025 goals.

🌟 Here’s how we can make this year your most organized yet:

  • Declutter for a Clearer Mind:Free up valuable space at home or in the office by storing items you don’t need every day.
  • Support for Life Transitions: From moving to renovating, our storage units provide a safe and flexible solution for whatever life throws your way.
  • Seasonal Storage Made Simple: Safely pack away your holiday décor, winter gear, and other seasonal items until you need them again.
  • Boost Business Productivity:Small businesses can use storage for extra inventory, documents, or equipment to keep operations running smoothly. 

🍃 Start 2025 off right with a clean slate and peace of mind, knowing your belongings are safe and secure.

Call Now! (978) 879-4524

Boats ‘n Hoes

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Gloucester Fishermen and Boats ‘n Hoes Caps. Both 🔥🔥🔥

Link to purchase- https://gloucesterapparel.square.site.square.site/product/gloucester-fishermen-wide-wale-corduroy-cap/72

Cape Ann Weather On Facebook Is An Absolute If You Live On The Island

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Here’s the link-

https://www.facebook.com/share/1EKChCjsHL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Tailored to the weather in our specific Cape Ann microclimate which can differ wildly from greater Boston Chris does a tremendous job serving our community. You can also donate to support him on his page.