What’s In A Name – More Algonquian Place Names

“What’s in a Name?” is a new original series from 1623 Studios in partnership with the Gloucester Historical Commission. On this episode, Mary Ellen Lepionka explains the history behind place names on Cape Ann and their Algonquian roots. Mary Ellen is an independent scholar researching the history of Cape Ann from the last Ice Age to around 1750 for a book on the subject and is a trustee of the Massachusetts Archaeological Society and co-chair of the Gloucester Historical Commission. Visit her website at www.capeannhistory.org.

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Gloucester’s Finest New Construction Waterfront Townhouses! 1 Left, Phase 3 about to start

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The Practice of Nia or What is Nia? by White Belt Teacher Linda Wilkes

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Combining dance, martial arts and mindfulness, Nia tones your body while transforming your mind. More than just a workout, Nia is a holistic fitness practice addressing each aspect of your life – body, mind and soul.
 
We believe every person can discover, explore, unleash, and enhance their individual potential to live a healthy and meaningful life by engaging their senses and listening to their bodies.
 
Nia is based on the intelligent design of the body. Each workout brings mindfulness to your dance movement experience leaving you energized, mentally clear, and emotionally balanced.
 
Nia cardio-dance workouts combine 52 simple moves with dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts to get you fit in 60 minutes – body, mind, emotion, and spirit.
 
Nia is non-impact, practiced barefoot, and adaptable to individual needs and abilities. Nia classes are taught by licensed Nia teachers.
 
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Gloucester’s 3rd Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration – a festive community event!

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Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration hosted by the Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation

Monday, January 21st 2019, 2:00-6:00pm

In the historic (1806) Gloucester Meetinghouse (Unitarian Universalist Church)

Corner of Middle and Church Street

This is a free community event and all are welcome!

Free-will contributions to the Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation towards the ongoing preservation of the building are requested.   Memberships, mugs, caps, totes, shirts and refreshments available.

Gloucester’s 3rd Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration: an afternoon of presentations honoring Dr. King about African-American History including Sandra Ronan, Stephanie Buck, live music by Alvin Foster and his band Soul Eclectic, and Keynote Speaker award-winning  filmmaker/journalist Clennon L. King on MLK’s Boston years, followed by audio of Martin Luther King, Jr. accompanied by a slide show.  Audience invited to ring the Paul Revere bell at the conclusion for freedom.

More info at: www.gloucestermeetinghouse.org

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GloucesterCast 315 With Jimmy and Pat Dalpiaz, Kim Smith and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 1/13/19

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GloucesterCast 315 With Jimmy and Pat Dalpiaz, Kim Smith and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 1/13/19

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Podcast notes:

Pat brought me a sesame seed bagel from Cape Ann Coffee.

Felicia turned 50 and we had a hell of a time.

Sorellina, Louis Vuitton, Intercontinental

Call in from Chris McCarthy

Colonoscopy aftermath

Resolutions? What resolutions has anyone made and are they broken yet?

We went to coffee tasting for eieio roasters at Willow Rest. Went in for a sip, came out with bread, snacks AND coffee https://eieio-roasters.com/

Mom’s Kitchen for breakfast a good take. GMG Jimmy enjoyed meatloaf omelet. Kate has a chicken pot pie challenge going with Dave from Mom’s kitchen.

Craig and Joey bought 80 bags of Weber Charcoal

Do you stock up on essentials when on sale.

Not cracking the seal on expensive booze.

Catherine’s Curated exhibit at Cape Ann Museum

First big snow coming

@MaxKellerman The Broken Clock Will Have To Push His Tom Brady Is Falling Off A Cliff Timeline Forward For The Thousandth Time…

When the best briquettes on the planet @webergrills go on super clearance from $19.99/ bag to $3.90 /bag you literally back up the truck

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My boy Craig Kimberley and I are picking up our second load today

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Bat Flip City…

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Big Buoy Party & Family Fun Night

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Come Celebrate Another Great Year of Art Making!

Join us for this great family evening event with arts and crafts, live music, refreshments, a cash bar and all your Art Haven friends. Families can pick up their children’s buoys here as well, to keep as memories for years to come!

All proceeds benefit Art Haven.

For more information visit https://www.arthaven.org/buoy-auction.

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2019 QuickBooks Seminar

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Join us for a two-part class to learn the online version of QuickBooks!

January 28 & 30, 2019 | 5:30 – 8:30 PM
Gloucester High School | 32 Leslie O Johnson Road, Gloucester
Chamber Members: $135 | General Admission: $175
REGISTER HERE

This class is a hands on two-part course designed for small business owners and bookkeepers. This course will focus on the online version of QuickBooks.

Desktop users are welcome as well. Some basic knowledge of QuickBooks software or other accounting software is required. While basic beginner skills will be reviewed, the class may be too fast-paced for some beginners.

Class size is limited. Payment is required to hold a reservation.

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Instructor: Mary Lou Balbo is a senior accountant with the CPA firm, Horvitz & Frisch, PC, located at 128 Main Street, Gloucester. Mary Lou has 35+ years of accounting, bookkeeping and tax preparation experience. Horvitz & Frisch, PC…

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Councilors 4 Causes

Joe – you may have seen word of this local fundraising Cape Ann Brewery initiative with Gloucester City Councilors – a great idea for these cold winter nights – benefiting our Gloucester Veterans Center, the Magnolia Pier, Maritime Gloucester, & Ocean Alliance, among other good causes.

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Stunning New Construction

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OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY JANUARY 12, 2019 BETWEEN 11AM-12:30pm

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Welcome Home! Spectacular ocean views from this newly constructed luxury townhouse moments from Good Harbor Beach. Enjoy the sunlit and spacious open concept interior with high end finishes, incredible decks and amazing landscaping. Imagine relaxing in front of a modern outdoor fireplace while basking in the views of the ever changing Atlantic. Elegant hardwood floors, SS appliances, high efficiency heat/air systems, (HERS) Home Energy Rated System, custom kitchen & baths with granite/quartz counter tops and home office w/private bath. Retreat in the master suite with spa-like bath, walk-in closet and private deck. Second floor also has two more bedrooms, full bath and laundry. Expansive unfinished lower level with plenty of storage has french doors that open onto a beautiful patio great for outdoor entertaining or consider finishing for additional living space. Attached over-sized one car garage leads into a large…

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40 Days to Personal Revolution Jan 15 – Feb 23, 2019

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JANUARY 15 – FEBRUARY 23

SIX WEEKS THAT WILL TRANSFORM YOUR BODY AND SOUL

Using Baron Baptiste’s award winning book, “40 Days to Personal Revolution” you will work with the classical pillars of asana, meditation, and self inquiry. You’ll raise your commitment, open your mind, explore your heart, and grow in ways that you never imagined!

40 Days EXPRESS – this option is for students brand new to power yoga, returning from an injury or long hiatus, or with extenuating work, travel, or life circumstances (like a new baby!) You’ll do 3 studio practices a week and your meditation will cap at 10 minutes. All other aspects of the program will be the same. Of course you’ll be welcome to do more, you may just find that your energy and motivation bump you right up into the regular program! The prices are the same and you’ll have unlimited access to…

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Tax Day Ready in 2019

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Taxes are hard. But they are a part of life; a challenge for us all to overcome. It doesn’t have to feel overwhelming though. This year we’re bringing in some experts to give everyone a helping hand. If you’ve struggled in the past years getting them done or just want to make sure you are getting the most out of your tax bill, this event is for you.

Join us, along with CPA Howard Frisch & Mary Lou Balbo from Horvitz & Frisch PC. Ask questions, and find out the best way to make the most of your taxes this year. 

As usual we’ll provide the food and drink to make it all go down a little easier. 

Space is limited.
Please RSVP to monica@grandbanksbp.com 

When: Wednesday, January 16 @ 5:30

Where: Grand Banks
7 Crafts Road, Gloucester

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