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We are currently seeking submissions for our documentary shorts competitions for high school and college students! Selected shorts will screen during the first weekend of the Fest (March 21-24, 2024) followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers in attendance.
Submissions are FREE and all forms of documentary are welcome. *Entries must be made by current students or 2023 graduates who live in MA OR attend(ed) a MA high school, college, or university. The deadline to submit is March 1, 2024.
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Sincerely, The SFF Organizing Team
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Toby Stewart Pett was born in Beverly (as were his brothers as their father Dr. Morris Pett was the physician delivering babies at Addison Gilbert Hospital in Gloucester) on May 19, 1951 and passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. He was the son of Dr. Morris and Fay (Gennet) Pett and the brother of Arley and Barry Pett. He was the uncle of Isabel Pett and brother-in-law of Miriam Pett. Toby grew up on Good Harbor Beach and went to Gloucester Public Schools until he transferred in high school to Cushing Academy. He also attended UMass Amherst. Toby took a summer school trip to Hawaii, though we think his love of the water led him to take two classes: Surfing101 and Surfing102. Toby also traveled to Iceland. Toby’s love of the water led him to his to loves, the water in different forms. His love of skiing led him to years of working in the ski industry, spending countless years skiing throughout New England. Toby was even known for having his own ski wax, which he shared with many friends. The greatest love of his life was sailing, and anything related to it. He delivered sailboats, worked on them, and sailed on sailboats, from run-abouts, to J boats. He even gave a sailboat to his niece Isabel. Toby also loved his home City of Gloucester, participating in many activities and causes. He was also a Gloucester City Councilor-at-Large from 1978 to 1979. He lived in many locations in Gloucester throughout his life, with his “retirement” years recently at Sheedy Park. Regardless of where he was, Toby had a reputation not matched by many, both in the kitchen and behind the bar! Toby is also survived by many cousins and legions of friends from his early years, through work and pleasure; all were special to him. A private, immediate family only, burial was held on Friday, January 19th at Mt. Jacob Cemetery in Gloucester. A celebration of life will be held in the spring/summer, probably on the water. If anyone would like to help or contribute something to the celebration in Toby’s memory or honor, feel free to contact Arley, Barry, or Isabel. If anyone would like to make a contribution in Toby’s memory, they can make a check out to the Gloucester Fund, with SailGHS in the memo section, and mail it to 45 Middle Street, Gloucester, MA 01930. You can also visit gloucesterfund.org to make a donation by Paypal or Venmo. All contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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Scene’s from 44 Main and friends that popped by to shop and say hi! @capeannmuseum #gloucestersosalty event has been a blast! One more day! We will be live-streaming this morning with @clangerrr and @realtor_katelyn from the shop, swing by and make funny faces in the window while we record! Special thanks to @miranda.aisling and @tessting123isthisthingon for all the work they did along with others to make this such a great event! @discovergloucester
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Specific times subject to change, check back soon for even more fun activities!
Grab a map from the Cape Ann Museum and find all 10 Ice Sculptures around Downtown Gloucester!
Katy and the Big Snow presented by Harbortown Cultural District at Gloucester City Hall, 9 Dale Street
Doe and Fawn at the CAM Sculpture Garden, 27 Pleasant Street
A Gloucester Dory at the CAM Courtyard, 27 Pleasant Street
Graflex Speed Graphic Camera at the CAM Courtyard 27 Pleasant Street
Stratocaster at The Cut, 177 Main Street
Thank You, Gloucester! at the Gloucester 400+ Office 123 Main Street
Eastern Point Lighthouse at Cape Ann Savings Bank Park 109 Main Street
A Sleeping Mermaid presented by Gloucester Accommodations at Sargent House Museum, 78 Main Street
An Olive Branch at Cape Ann Olive Oil, 57 Main Street
Love of Reading at Sawyer Free Library, 21 Main Street
All Weekend Activities:
Enjoy free admission and art activities, find salty spotlights in the galleries, and meet members of the CAM Teen Council at the Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant Street
Test your photo detective skills in the CAM Library & Archives with snapshots from the Gloucester Daily Times photo archive.
Submit your idea to name one of Gloucester’s Snow Plows! Inspired by Virginia Lee Burton’s beloved children’s book “Katy and the Big Snow,” which features the fictional town of Geoppolis based on Gloucester, residents and visitors are invited to come up with their most creative snow plow names. The winner will be selected and shared at the end of January! Gloucester City Hall, 9 Dale Street
20% off all salt products at Cape Ann Olive Oil, 57 Main Street
Start at Mile Marker One with Breakfast in an Igloo or end it with a Sweet & Salty Cocktail in an Igloo, 75 Essex Ave Route 133, reservations recommended for igloos
Strike a pose for a framed photo, enjoy the Legacy of the Lockwood Family show along with readings by Jim Dunn and Barbara Golden at Lockwood Studios Fine Art & Design Gallery, 2 & 4 Eastern Avenue
25% discount on room rates at the Blue Shutters Beachside Inn, 1 Nautilus Road, Gloucester
Grab a piece of Saltwater Taffy at Fireflies Boutique, 100 Main Street
Salty Poetry Snippets at Dogtown Books, 132 Main Street
10% off Select Salty Books and a Salty Blind Date with a Book at the Bookstore of Gloucester, 61 Main Street
Enjoy free Saltwater Taffy, Salty Stickers and Surprises at Toodleloos, 142 Main Street
Free Salted Caramel latte at Castaways Vintage Café, 65 Main Street
50% off all SALTY CREW apparel PLUS a pair of earrings with every $50 or more purchase. This is in addition to our big winter blowout sale where everything else in the store is 40% off (30% off Habitat), Design of Mine, 33 Main Street
20% off all bath salts, Goodlinens Studio, 130 Main Street
Free Thirsty Seagull Or Gloucester Lobster Sticka with any purchase! Gloucester Apparel and Pat D’s Photos, 44 Main Street
After Hours: 10% off your experience at Cape Ann Lanes/Laneside Pub & Brewery, 53 Gloucester Ave
Friday, January 19, 2024:
7:00 pm: Gloucester’s So Salty Kick Off at the Salted Cod Arthouse with live music from Bill Dwyer Band and salty drink specials. No cover charge. 53 Rocky Neck Ave.
7:30 pm: Grab a piece of salt water taffy and enjoy the stories of Gloucester in Fish Tales: Illumination presented by the Gloucester Writers Center at Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main Street. Tickets available at http://www.gloucesterstage.com.
Saturday, January 20, 2024:
10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Make your own colorful salt art with Pathways for Children Cape Ann Museum Studio, 27 Pleasant Street
10:30 – 12:30 pm – Make Your Own Ice Cream with the Open Door Sawyer Free Library at 21 Main Street
12:00 – 2:00 pm – Paint a salt dough fish at Local Colors while supplies last, 121 Main Street
12:00 – 5:00 pm – Hot Mead Toddies, Hot Cider, and Hot Cocoa from 1634 Meadery Cape Ann Museum Courtyard, 27 Pleasant Street
12:00 – 3:00 pm – Mini Tours of the Sargent House Museum, 49 Middle Street
1:00 – 2:00 pm – Shim Sham Shimmy Tap Dance Demo and Class Movement Arts, Gloucester, MA, (MAGMA) 11 Pleasant Street
2:00 – 3:00 pm – Find the Flock of Dancing Seagulls on Main Street!
3:00 – 5:00 pm – Sea Shanties with Three Sheets to the Wind Cape Ann Museum Auditorium, 27 Pleasant Street
5:30 – 6:30 pm – Corey Wrinn: Roll and GoSongs inspired by Gloucester The Cut, 177 Main Street. No cover charge.
8:00 – 11:00 pm – Salty Soul: A night of funk, soul and RnB spun on vinyl by Gloucester’s own DJ Enzo Arcari and Josh Byrnes aka “DJ Elevator Man” at The Cut, 177 Main Street. Tickets available at the door. https://thecutlive.com/events/20
Sunday, January 21, 2024:
10:00 – 10:30 am – Mayor Greg Verga reads Katy and the Big Snow by Virginia Lee Burton Cape Ann Museum Library & Archives, 27 Pleasant Street
10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Paint a Scallop Shell Cape Ann Museum Studio, 27 Pleasant Street
11:30 am – 1:00 pm – Strengthen your Salty Voice in a Voice & Embodiment Class with Lanes Coven’s Lily Narbonne. Cape Ann Museum Auditorium, 27 Pleasant Street
2:00- 2:30 pm – Capoeira Roda Demonstration Movement Arts, Gloucester, MA, (MAGMA) 11 Pleasant Street
2:30 – 3:30 pm – Shim Sham Shimmy Tap Dance Demo and Class Movement Arts, Gloucester, MA, (MAGMA) 11 Pleasant Street
3:00 – 4:30 pm – Gloucester Songwriters Swap with Alexandra Grace, Eva James, and Corey Wrinn Cape Ann Museum Auditorium, 27 Pleasant Street
Make sure to visit all the Gloucester’s So Salty 2024 Community Partners!
1634 Meadery
Atlantic Vacation Homes
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
Blue Shutters Beachside Inn
Cape Ann Lanes/Laneside Pub & Brewery
Cape Ann Motor Inn
Cape Ann Museum
Cape Ann Olive Oil Co.
Castaways Vintage Cafe
City of Gloucester
Design of Mine
Discover Gloucester
Dogtown Books
Fireflies Boutique
Gloucester 400+ Anniversary
Gloucester Apparel and Pat D’s Photos
Gloucester Stage Co.
Gloucester Writer’s Center
Goodlinens Studio
Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
Harbortown Cultural District
Harborview Inn
Lanes Coven Theatre Co
Local Colors
Lockwood Studios Fine Art & Design Gallery
MAGMA
Mile Marker One, The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina
Pathways for Children
Sargent House Museum
Sawyer Free Library
Source Bakery
The Bookstore of Gloucester
The Cut
The Emerson Inn
The Open Door
The Salted Cod Arthouse
The Vista
Three Sheets to the Wind
Toodleloos
Wingaersheek Motel
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On Tuesday, January 16th, we were notified of the passing of our brother and uncle Toby Pett. It was totally unexpected, and we wanted to notify all of our family members around the country before making this announcement. Burial will be private for immediate family only. We hope everyone understands that announcement and request. We will be having a celebration of life for Toby probably in the spring or summer, where we will celebrate his love for his City, and the loves of his life ……….. sailing and skiing. If anyone would like to make a contribution in his name they can make a donation to SailGHS, care of the Gloucester Fund at 45 Middle Street, Gloucester, MA 01930. Checks made out to the Gloucester Fund, SailGHS in the memo section, or you can go to GloucesterFund.org and pay by PayPal or Venmo. If you would like to participate in putting on the celebration of life or sharing your memories with Toby in any way, feel free to send a private message to me, Arley, or Isabel and give us a way to get in touch to discuss with you. Thank you to all for your thoughts and prayers. Fair winds and a following sea Toby!
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This Saturday, Savour’s staff: Kathleen, Morgan, and Ann will be offering several value-priced favorite blended wines. Blends are a wonderful buy because they allow for the creativity of the winemaker and often highlight the best grapes of a particular vintage. This is why blended wines can taste quite different from year to year. Try these remarkable blends from France, Washington state, South Africa and Portugal. You are sure to find something you’ll enjoy, priced from $14.99 – $29.99.
This white blend from Plaimont winemaker Cedric Garzuel has a complex nose of citrus fruits (preserved lemon and grapefruit) and passion fruit from the Colombard combined with the notes of white-fleshed fruits and quince brought by the Sauvignon. The crisp palate is faithful to the Gascon terroir. There is a powerful explosion of tropical fruits on the palate and a full-bodied, tasty finish. Pairs well with fish, sushi, and mild cheeses. $14.99
As early as 1634, in Rochefort, the ancestors of Jean Baumard were already cultivating vines; plots of land that are still on the property. The arrival of Jean, a professor of viticulture and oenology at the École Supérieure d’Agriculture et de Viticulture in Angers, in 1955 marked the founding of the present wine estate. After training as an oenologist in Dijon and Bordeaux, he began to expand the vineyard by acquiring vineyards in the prestigious appellations of Anjou. Jean’s son Florent joined the family business in 1987. Expression of the terroir and technical mastery are the watchwords of the estate. The result is elegant wines with an explosion of aromas. La Calèche has aromas of pears, lemons, peaches, and honey, with floral and mineral hints. There is great tension on the palate, which is persistent and precise. It is dry, with well-balanced acidity and great structure. Pairs well with salads, fish, chicken. $17.99
Rasa Vineyards Occam’s Razor, Columbia Valley, Washington
Varietals: Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Alc. 14.7%
Brothers Billo and Pinto Naravane founded Rasa Vineyards after dreaming of making wine for many years while they both worked in tech. In 2006 Billo applied to the UC Davis Master’s Program in Viticulture and Enology and was only one of 10 people selected that year. In 2007, the brothers made two wines, both of which scored above 94 points in the press, and Rasa Vineyards was on its way! The name Occam’s Razor refers to the heuristic attributed to William Ockham, which states that given all things are equal, the simplest answer tends to be the correct answer. This Occam’s Razor has a rich aroma of blackberry, cassis, and spice, on the palate densely layered flavors of black cherry blend with tobacco, cedar, and cocoa. It has structure and refinement and a luxurious, weighty texture. Pairs well with pot roast, braised lamb, pasta with Bolognese sauce. $22.99
Rustenberg Stellenbosch John X Merriman Red Blend, South Africa
The Rustenberg Estate was founded in 1682 and is nestled in the valley of the Simonsberg Mountain in South Africa’s premium wine region. The estate stands on an impressive 880 hectares against the Simonsberg Mountain in Stellenbosch. In 1941 Peter and Pamela Barlow bought Rustenberg. Their son Simon took over the running of the farm in 1987. Simon’s son, Murray, joined in the running of the farm with his father in 2012. The Barlows have been at Rustenberg for over 80 years: the longest period any one family has owned the farm. Rustenberg makes a range of wines that typify the regions within which they are produced. Predominantly consisting of, but not confined to, Bordeaux varietals, these wines are made to represent the ideal regionally and varietally specific styles brought out through a blend of traditional and modern viticultural and winemaking techniques. $29.99
Van Zellers Douro Red, Douro Valley, Portugal
Varietals: Field Blend of 30+ varieties, Alc.15 %
Founded as a port wine company in the early 17th century, Van Zellers has 15 generations of experience in crafting the world’s most exceptional ports. Now Van Zellers, like other producers in the Douro, has turned to making unfortified wines. “All our grapes were foot trodden in open air tanks for 1 to 3 days before fermentation and then fermented in stainless steel vats for 7 to 10 days. We estimate that there are over 30 different varietals in this wine.” The Douro Red is complex and structured, oak-aged for 26 months after undergoing full malolactic fermentation. Full-bodied and velvety, it has aromas of dark fruits and wild berries. On the palate, it is fruity, spicy, and full. Pairs well with game, veal, mushroom dishes. $29.99
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Class Update
We started off our class schedule with a great class on Burgundy. We have placed all 4 of the wines we tasted out on the wine machines so you could have a chance to experience these glorious, highly-prized wines. Be sure to stop over at the wine machines after you finish our Saturday tasting of wine blends. Go to the Events page of our website – www.savourwineandcheese.com to see our updated schedule – https://www.savourwineandcheese.com/events.
Also – Susan Richards is offering a one-night seminar on the wines of Piedmont as well as a group tasting club to meet regularly on Sunday afternoons. 9We are all looking for something fun and interesting to do in winter -so check these out!
Italy Wine Region of Piedmont Class
The wines of the Piedmont are world famous and home to some of the most iconic wines of Italy. Come learn about the history of Piedmont, the viticulture, and the wines it produces, including Barolo, Barbaresco, Gavi, and Arneis. The class will be led by Savour Wine Consultant and Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) Susan Richards, who has recently traveled to the region. While tasting through five to six wines from this region, Susan will share her knowledge and experiences with you in this engaging, interactive, and educational class. For more information contact the store or stop by the shop.
Where: Savour Wine and Cheese, 46 Prospect Street, Gloucester
When: Wednesday February 7th , 6-7:30 pm
Cost: $75 per person
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Blind Wine Tasting Group with Susan
Tasting wine blind, meaning the wine’s identity is hidden, is a wonderful way to learn about wine and enhance your wine-tasting skills and ability to describe the characteristics of a wine.
Whether you consider yourself a wine novice or an expert, spend an evening in an informal and supportive setting with Savour’s knowledgeable wine consultant, Susan Richards, to taste blind.
Susan will lead you through the structured process wine professionals use to taste and discuss color, aroma, flavor, acidity, tannin, body, and finish, along with how these components of a wine can help you discern its identity. Blind tasting can help you define what types of wine you enjoy and describe to a waitperson or sommelier at a restaurant the kind of wine you want to order.
Where and When: At Savour one to two times a month (interest dependent)
Starting: Sunday, January 28, 3:30 -5:00 pm
Cost: $20 per session; advance registration preferred.
The five wines being tasted will be offered at a discount of 10% for six or more bottles.
Who: Minimum of four participants with a maximum of eight to allow for lively discussion
Find out about new wine arrivals and other events at Savour by following us n Facebook and Instagram.
Unique to SAVOUR our three price-value collections, with
each category ($9.99ers – $14.99ers -$19.99ers) offering hundreds of wines
at one price, personally curated by Kathleen, some have limited availability
9.99ers…the quality is taste delivering above-price enjoyment …Value!
14.99ers…exhibiting qualities of complexity…Elevating the Experience!
19.99ers…value laden wines by innovative vintners…Expect Exceptional!
Adding to this Saturday’s wine tasting with Savour’s staff is Savour’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine. Fun to use and enjoy! Taste up to 20 wines with new selections regularly added…& yes, complimentary. Kathleen welcomes your questions for food pairings. (We have just changed 18 of the wines on the machine, so come in and try something new)!
Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children.
Thank You! …Kathleen
Continuing to offer case discount 0f 10% on wines and all items purchased with the case to all customers. Wine Club members get 5% off on 6 bottles and all items purchased with the 6 bottles. Thanks again for your support!
We continue using our 5 Molekule high performance air purification units that clear the air of 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and allergens every hour, store wide.
We are pleased to continue curbside pickup service
Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455
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Police Chief John Horvath and Fire Chief Mark Wonson report that the Rockport Police and Fire Departments responded to a house fire on Wednesday night.
On Wednesday, Jan. 17, at approximately 6:39 p.m., Rockport Police and Fire received a call about a house fire at 74 Phillips Ave. Rockport Police Sergeant Philip Wesley and Officer David LoConte were dispatched to the home.
Upon arrival, first responders saw large plumes of smoke from inside the home pouring out of the side door and flames coming through the upstairs window. A senior resident, who was outside the home, screamed to Officer LoConte that his wife was still inside.
Officer LoConte ran to his cruiser, grabbed a fire extinguisher, and entered the home through the side door. Once inside, the officer located a senior occupant in bed. A concerned passerby assisted Officer LoConte in lifting the woman into a chair and brought her outside.
Officer LoConte then placed the woman and her caregiver, who was already outside the home when he arrived, inside his cruiser until an ambulance arrived. The homeowner was placed in his car until EMS arrived.
The female resident and caregiver were transported via Rockport EMS ambulance to an area hospital for possible smoke inhalation. The male homeowner also was transported for treatment of his injuries.None of the injuries sustained were considered to be life threatening.
Officer LoConte was later transported to an area hospital as a precaution and was subsequently released.
Despite the frigid conditions, the fire was knocked down by 7:47 p.m. The home sustained extensive smoke and fire damage.
The Gloucester, Essex, Hamilton, Manchester-by-the-Sea Fire Departments, and Rehab 5 provided mutual aid at the scene. Beauport Ambulance, Rockport Forest Fire Department, Rockport Department of Public Works and National Grid also responded. Station coverage was provided by the Beverly, Hamilton, and Ipswich Fire Departments.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Rockport Police and Fire Departments and the State Fire Marshal’s Office.
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