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Best Deal of The Year At Cape Ann Marina and Mile Marker One! Use this card year round for many uses at the property from bites to boats!
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Curative Launches Walk-In COVID-19 Testing Site on Emerson Avenue
GLOUCESTER – A no-cost to patients, walk-in COVID-19 testing site opened its doors in Gloucester this week. Curative, a next-generation healthcare delivery company with a mission to end the COVID-19 pandemic, will operate the new site, making it easier than ever for local people to get tested for COVID-19 through the holiday season and after.
“Curative is proud to be partnering with The Open Door and be a crucial resource for the community during this pandemic,” said Fred Turner, CEO and co-founder of Curative. “Curative’s goal is to make testing more accessible with our easy, convenient testing site open to all. We offer a simple testing option with results delivered directly 1-2 days upon receipt at our labs and at no out-of-pocket cost to patients.”
Located at 26 Emerson Ave., Gloucester MA, in the annex of The Open Door campus, the new, temporary site is being operated by Curative and…
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Sawyer Free Library presents “Trout on the Edge: with Peter Johnsen” 
Sawyer Free Library will present “Trout on the Edge: with Peter Johnson” on Saturday, December 4 from 2- 4:00pm on the Library’s Main Floor. Open to the public. Registration is not required.
Peter Johnsen will share details about his explorations around the world documenting the biological diversity of salmon fish as well as the diversity of the people connected to these fish. The Trout on the Edge project documents salmon species that are at the edge of extinction and explores what salmon diversity means to humans and how lessons learned from these species applies to conservation of all biological diversity in general.
Registration is not required, however masks are for all attending. For more details, go to: sawyerfreelibrary.org or call 978-325-5500.
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DECEMBER SAVOUR HOLIDAY WINE TASTINGS BEGIN THIS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4TH WITH WINE AND FOOD SPECIALIST ANTHONY SCIARAPPA AND SELECTIONS FROM HIS ACCLAIMED CAROLINA CONNOISSEUR PORTFOLIO, WINES MATCHED TO EVERY HOLIDAY OCCASION: ENTERTAINING TO DINNER PARTIES …TO A GLASS OF WINE.
DECEMBER SAVOUR HOLIDAY WINE TASTINGS BEGIN THIS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4TH WITH WINE AND FOOD SPECIALIST ANTHONY SCIARAPPA AND SELECTIONS FROM HIS ACCLAIMED CAROLINA CONNOISSEUR PORTFOLIO, WINES MATCHED TO EVERY HOLIDAY OCCASION: ENTERTAINING TO DINNER PARTIES …TO A GLASS OF WINE.
WHAT & WHY: With everything Holidays in mind, with a spotlight on the moments where special family recipes and entertaining are front and center, the timely occasion to welcome back, wine, food specialist and chef Anthony Sciarappa who oversee the Connoisseur Portfolio of select, fine wines, and the opportunity to sip, experience and learn about wines expressly selected for holiday fare …aperitifs to snacks (Champagne & popcorn), hors ‘d to small plates to dinner parties. The chance to equip your holiday events with added enjoyment.
WHO: For this tasting guest host, wine and food specialist and chef Anthony Sciarappa together with Savour’s Kathleen Morgan, have selected wines of South Africa, Champagne, the Piedmont and San Luis Obispo, USA that pair well to holiday culinary season…
WHEN: This Saturday, December 4th, from 2p to 4pm at Savour
HOW: Saturday tastings are complimentary, as is parking behind the store with rear entrance.
Saturday’s December Holiday Pourings include:
Drappier Cote d’Or, Brut, Champagne, Alc. 12%, Varietal: Pinot Noir / Pinot Nero, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Tasting: full-bodied and long, with a lovely texture from red wine tannins and oak-matured portion. An enticing blend of red cherry, nectarine and Asian pear fruit, round in body, pleasantly focused by its acidity and small bubbles. Pairs Well: shellfish, caviar, rich fish (salmon, tuna), and yes…popcorn. Savour cheese: Delice-de-Bourgogne, Fr. – full btl. $52.99, half btl., – $29.99,
Hamilton-Russell, Estate Hemel-En-A-Aarde Valley, So.Africa, 2020, Alc. 13%, Varietal: Chardonnay, Tasting: Classical full-bodied, nose is delicate yellow fruit, pear, white stone fruit.
layers of brioche, yogurt, butter and vanilla. Palette is weighty with medium acidity & alcohol, a long and fresh finish. Pairs well: salmon / tuna, vegetarian, pork, game birds Savour cheese: Taleggio, It., – $39.99
Hamilton-Russell “Ashbourne”, Swartland, So. Africa, 2019, Varietal: Pinotage / Cinsault, Alc. 14%, Tasting: surprisingly delicate, very pinot noir like; on the palette earthy, medium bodied, with berries, spices, minerals and smoke, bright acidity to a dry finish.
Pairs well: lamb chops & creamy spinach , game (elk, venison), grilled Cornish game hens, Savour cheese: Mousse Truffee, US, – $17.99
Tintero Rosso, Azienda Agricola Tintero Elvio, Mango, Piedmonte, It, Kermit Lynch, 2019 Alc. 12.5%, Varietal: Nebbiolo, Cabernet Franc, Barbera, Dolcetto, Tasting: Well-balanced medium body, slightly jammy with cassis, black cheery, a touch of black plum, with leather, oak and vanilla, a long finish and round tannins. Pairs well: juicy ribeye, pasta, grilled lamb chops, game-venison, Savour cheese: Swiss Gruyere, – $14.99
Iron and Sand, Paso Robles, Central Coast, San Luis Obispo, CA, 2019, Alc. 14%, Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon, Tasting: Oak and tannins harmonious and balanced, black fruit-vanilla -clove-spices on the nose, full body, fruit forward, blackberry & red currant at the core, tannin spice to a vanilla finish. Pairs well: roasted leg of lamb to burgers, game / venison. Savour cheese: Pitchfork Cheddar, UK, – $25.99
Adding to the Carolina Connoisseur Portfolio Tasting is Savour’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only – Digital Wine Machine.Taste 20 wines, just added 13 new selections, and yes, complimentary.
>Ask Kathleen for food pairing recommendations ….The wine machine is a breeze to use…and fun!
Welcome Your Holiday Donation of any amount (suggest $5) for Pathways for Children. Thank You! …
Please Note: If you are not fully vaccinated FOR COVID19/Variants, request wearing a mask upon entering Savour, and when not tasting wines….All wearing masks are welcome for our mutual health and well-being…Thank you, Kathleen
Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455
December Saturdays’ Holiday Wine Tastings’ Guest Hosts: Celebrating The Season In Style.
Dec. 4 – Anthony Sciarappa, Carolina Connoisseur Porfolio, 2p to 4p
Dec. 11- Dave Bender, Vineyard Road Wines, 2p to 4p
Dec. 18 – Harry “Z” Zarkades, owner / wine merchant, Main Street Wine Imports, 1p to 3p
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Chinese Ship Leaving After Two Months. Photo Diane Britton
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Name a more beautiful Celtics fan. I’ll wait…
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Kate Trusts Meaghan At Salon 127 For Her Hair Coloring and Styling.
Meaghan is a Rock Star Hair Stylist.
Meaghan says Kate is on the nice list and 
Salon 127 gift cards make perfect stocking stuffers.
(978) 283-2555
127 Eastern Ave Gloucester MA
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Happy Humpback Café Is Hiring!
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MAC’S 12 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS!
LET’S START OFF DECEMBER THE RIGHT WAY! GO CHECK OUT OUR GIVEAWAYS, WE HAVE SOME AMAZING PRIZES FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES COMING YOUR WAY!
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Enter the Sawyer Free Library’s Historic Gloucester Gingerbread House Contest part of the 2021 Middle Street Walk Festivities on Sat 12/11
The Sawyer Free Library is excited to be hosting the 2021 Middle Street Walk Gingerbread Contest on Saturday, December 11. All gingerbread houses are welcome, but this year the Library is offering a special “Samuel Sawyer Award” for the best gingerbread creation representation of a historic Gloucester building. Top prizes for the Historic Gloucester Gingerbread Houses include $100 and $50 Cape Ann Chamber Gift Certificates. All Middle Street Walk Gingerbread House entries will be displayed at the Sawyer Free Library located at 2 Dale Avenue throughout the day. Open to all ages, for more information including contest rules and to register, go to sawyerfreelibrary.org
As a part of the Middle Street Walk festivities, the Library will also have activities for all ages throughout the day celebrating the theme “Where the Past is the Present.” To follow are the highlights:
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Little dog nestled in the poinsettias From Jackie bennett
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No One Loves the Afghan My Mom Made Us More Than DC.
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Prepare Your Home or Business for Winter
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Living The Dream…
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The Gotham Awards 2021 Winning Speech BEST SUPPORTING PERFORMANCE – TroyKotsur With A Shout Out To Gloucester!!
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I thought you guys would appreciate Troy Kotsur shouting out Gloucester when he won at the Gotham awards last night!
You remember when Coda Director Sian Heder taught us how to sign “fart” and “butthole” on the GloucesterCast- Link to that podcast here-
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Shop for a cause at Backyard Growers’ Online Holiday Pop-Up Shop!
Gloucester-based nonprofit Backyard Growers’ holiday pop-up shop is OPEN for the season! The online-only shop is chock full of unique garden-themed gifts that will bring festive fun to family and friends all year round. Proceeds support Backyard Growers’ school, backyard, and community garden programs. Discover the perfect gift to prepare garden-lovers for another great season. All items come “ready-to-give” in a craft paper gift bag and are available for pick-up at 103R Maplewood Ave.
Visit www.backyardgrowers.org to shop. Find the perfect gift for the gardener in your life and help Backyard Growers connect kids, seniors, and families to fresh, healthy produce through backyard, community, and school gardens.
Click here to shop!
Pick-up only through December 23.
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Oh Hi Deer…
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Deck the Docks is Coming!
We have a full lineup of festive events for this year’s Deck the Docks including tree and wreath sales, an art show in partnership with seARTS, a maker’s market, a holiday sing-along with schooner Adventure, kids crafts with ArtHaven, and more!
Deck the Docks is Dec 1st-6th.
Click the link below to view the full lineup of events.
Event Schedule
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Check out 2021 Season highlights Max Ciaramitaro on @hudl
Here’s the link- https://www.hudl.com/profile/13353484/Max-Ciaramitaro
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