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As we look back on another incredible year, our hearts are full and honestly, a little overwhelmed in the best way. This community has shown up for us time and time again. You’ve celebrated milestones at our tables, brought friends from out of town through our doors, danced to karaoke, clinked glasses at the bar, and trusted us to be part of your everyday moments. That means everything to us.

So we wanted to say thank you the best way we know how: with food, flavor, and a little bit of fun.

Starting Friday, January 2nd, 2026, Machaca is gifting our community something special, a $3 Bar Bite Menu, created purely as a thank you to Gloucester for an amazing year of support.

Yes, you read that right. $3 bar bites. Are we crazy? Maybe a little, but it feels right.

You’ll find these bites available bar service only, dine-in only, from 4:30–5:30pm, Tuesday through Sunday. It’s our happy hour love letter to the city we’re proud to call home.

And because Luis can never do anything halfway, we’re also featuring his $10 Pick Four Pu Pu Platter, a greatest-hits lineup of Machaca favorites, served bite-sized and perfect for sharing (or not 😉).

Here’s what’s on the menu:

• Guacamole
• Queso Dip
• Texas Caviar
• Empanadas
• Taquitos
• Fried Cheese
• Wings
• Nacho Fries
• Miguelitos Shrimp
• And the real star of the show…our $3 Mini Poblano Chicken Chimichanga

Yes. A chimichanga. For three dollars.

This isn’t a gimmick. This isn’t a limited one-day promo. This is our way of saying thank you—for supporting a family-run restaurant, for believing in us, and for making Machaca feel like home every single day.

It is truly an honor to serve Gloucester. This special is for you.

With gratitude (and a whole lot of love),

The Machaca Family 🌮❤️

Gloucester 2026
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Photo: Caitlin Smith

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Thank you for your Support!!!

He loves to give head butts and enjoys all the pets and snuggles. You will never have another bad day with this handsome boy by your side. Cornelius is a special needs adoption due to being diabetic and will need insulin daily as well as being on a special diet to keep him regulated. He is such a big love and has no issues getting his insulin while he has a little snack. With his extra beans and professional biscuit making, Cornelius is going to make your home complete! If you’re interested in adopting this cutie, apply online today!

Breed	Domestic Shorthair/Mix
Age	10 years 5 months 9 days
Gender	Male
Size	XL
Color	Brown/Black
Spayed/Neutered
Declawed	No
Housetrained	Yes
Special Needs
Adoption Price	$50.00

Thank you so much!

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Cape Ann Animal Aid

Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter
4 Paws Lane
Gloucester, MA 01930

(978) 283-6055

www.CapeAnnAnimalAid.org

www.facebook.com/CapeAnnAnimalAid

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December 26, 2025 ~ Hammond Castle Museum ~ 

Tuesday, December 30th is the last of our Gloucester Gratis Days this season, offering the chance for all our Gloucester neighbors to visit the Hammond Castle Museum for FREE, with your proof of residency!

You may have visited the Hammond Castle Museum in the past, but you haven’t seen it like this! Join us as we present our annual, museum-wide holiday installation: Deck the Halls. This season is more festive and lush than before as we partnered with local interior designer, Elaine Quinn.

Learn more about Gloucester Gratis Days here and then reserve your complimentary admission at: https://bit.ly/DTHGratisDays.

December 27, 2025 by Angel Wings Wellness

CBD overdose deaths are now equal to the number of people gored by Unicorns!

Free Samples and Consultations! Friday and Saturday 11-4

Visit us online Glosta Grooves

12 Rogers Street – Gloucester Please call for a phone consultation or a private appointment 978-985-4592

Grab some Home Grown Tie Dye! GET A FREE GLOSTA GROOVES STICKA!

Fridays Saturdays 11-4 or by appointment! 978-985-4592

thecutlive: We are SO excited to announce our new extended pop-up restaurant partner to kick off 2026.!

BRAVO – Detroit Style Pizza

Bravo? will be up and running when we return from our Staff Appreciation Break on Thursday, January 8th. Additional details to come, but you can expect a menu that includes delicious and unique pizzas along with salads, sides and so much more. Dine-in and take-out available.

Table reservations are also coming soon!

So much gratitude and love to Little Sister for extending what was supposed to be a 2 week pop-up into a full 9 month restaurant partnership! We will miss those burgers – but thankfully you can all still get your fix over at their Rockport location!

Christmas Trappings: New England Swoons Over Lobster Pot Trees

The trees have become a sought-after backdrop for social media posts, holiday cards and even marriage proposals.

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Come hang out with artists, friends, and neighbors, and enjoy selections of artwork from Jon Sarkin, Patrick O’Donnell, Amy Chace, and Janet Knott. Musical entertainment will be provided by a vinyl DJ.

​In honor of wrapping up a day of Zcash workshops nearby (https://luma.com/vqks64zk?tk=JCWZz3), we will be accepting ZEC for artwork and tips/donations. It should be a fun mix of locals and visitors.

​Arrive around 4:30–5:00 if you want to catch the “switch flip” moment when the room fills in.

​Light refreshments will be provided.

Location: 39 Main St, Gloucester, MA 01930, USA

Fish City Studios is the funky art gallery across from Short & Main. The number 39 is hard to see but you’ll know it when you seeit.