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Art auction tomorrow!

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THE ANNUAL ART AUCTION  — now a big fundraiser for the Friends — is coming!  Check these dates, mark them on your calendars — Support your library by purchasing a painting

LIVE AUCTION TOMORROW :  Wednesday, October 2,  –Starting at 6 PM PREVIEW PARTY — refreshments, and live music by Jeannine Lynch.7 PM  Live Auction begins. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. Join us in this fun event and get the chance to own these incredible original art works while supporting library programs! – Colleen Hogan Lopez, Friends of Sawyer Free Library 

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Ward 1 meeting change of date

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Scheduling update from Mayor:

Monday’s Ward 1 Meeting POSTPONED  – This morning I reached out to Ward 1 City Councilor Scott Memhard to request that the Ward 1 “State of the City” meeting scheduled for this Monday, Sept. 30 be postponed in deference for those celebrating Rosh Hashanah.

The meeting has been rescheduled to Monday, October 21, at the Gloucester Stage Company from 6 PM – 8 PM.

We look forward to meeting with Ward 1 residents then.

For those celebrating Rosh Hashanah – Sending my best wishes for a new year that finds you in good health and happiness.

Sefatia Romeo Theken

Mayor, City of Gloucester, MA

City Hall – 9 Dale Avenue

Gloucester, MA 01930

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Ward 1 “State of the City” neighborhood Meeting with Mayor Sefatia Romeo Theken, CAO Jim Destino & GP Chief Ed Conley at Gloucester Stage

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Please come this Monday evening, & share this invitation with neighbors who might be interested in coming as well…

Monday September 30, 6 – 8 pm at Gloucester Stage

Ward 1 City Councilor Scott Memhard & Gloucester Stage Company are pleased to host a neighborhood “State of the City” meeting with our Mayor Sefatia Romeo Theken, her CAO Jim Destino, and Gloucester Police Chief Ed Conley.  The program is this Monday, 9/3019 in the theater, right on the set of “Native Gardens” at Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main Street, from 6:30 – 8:30 pm.

The Mayor and her team will update the community about current City and Ward events and developments, as well as address neighborhood concerns and issues.  Among other topics, there will be opportunity to discuss quality of life impacts from pressures of residential & commercial development, the planning and siting for new elementary schools, sea-level rise and coastal resiliency, City infrastructure, budgets and debt, and any other areas of interest, There will be time for questions.
Please join us Monday evening at the Gloucester Stage Company, to talk with the Mayor about the present & future of our City of Gloucester.

Last few days to preview art and leave silent bids. BID LIVE at the auction on Oct 2nd at Sawyer Free Library

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DEADLINE APPROACHING

THE ANNUAL ART AUCTION  — now a big fundraiser for the Friends — is coming!  Check these dates, mark them on your calendars — Support your library by purchasing a painting! 

SILENT AUCTION:   Starting on Tuesday, September 3, in the Matz Gallery you’ll find the beautiful art works of local artists which they’ve so generously donated to the Art Auction.  Clear instructions on how to bid on your favorites included in the attachment!  Visit, enjoy and bid!  Closes on Monday September 30th at 5 PM.

LIVE AUCTION :  Wednesday, October 2,  –Starting at 6 PM PREVIEW PARTY — refreshments, and live music by Jeannine Lynch.7 PM  Live Auction begins. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. Join us in this fun event and get the chance to own these incredible original art works while supporting library programs! – Colleen Hogan Lopez, Friends of Sawyer Free Library 

Reposting installation views below:

The preview and silent bidding for the annual art auction is open through September 30th. Come see what work 67 generous artists and supporters have donated this year to help raise money for the Friends of the Sawyer Free Library. The art is hung salon style in groups on the five walls of the Matz Gallery just inside the Gloucester Lyceum Sawyer Free Library entrance.

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Spoiler alert: stop here for those that like to bid blind and/or guess the artist.

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For those who want to know and credit the artists, here’s the checklist I’ve cobbled together from the bid book with more photos of the sixty seven 2019 selections:

1 to 5_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan1. Noreen Hale, The Annisquam, oil

2. Fred Kepler, Eastern Point Light, oil

3. Nancy Alimonsky, View From Nichols Candy, oil

4. Pamela Burke, October Moon Rising, acrylic

5. Juni VanDyke, Untitled, acrylic w/epoxy finish

 

6 to 10 _Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan

6. Peter Reis Sr., Alexandra’s Bread bakeshop, oil

7. Cindy Asard, Rockport Harbor, watercolor

8. Roy McCauley, L’il Mako, oil

9.  James Formichella, No Room Between Horses, color pencil

10. Anita Beloff, Beach Dunes

 

11 to 15_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan11. Paul George, Thomas Lannon, watercolor

12. James Watson, Lannon and Bluenose, watercolor

13. Dina Gomery, Autumn Field, oil

14. Sandy Scott, Running Buck, etching

15. Susie Field, Rounding the Buoy, acrylic

 

16 to 19_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan16. Phyllis Kaplan, Resting, watercolor

17. Olga Hayes, Motif #2, watercolor

18. Ray Crane, Pinky Schooner “Ardelle” off Ten Pound Island, oil

19. Lorwen Connie Nagle, Old Country Door, oil

 

20 to 23_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan20. Mary L. Crowningshield, Cottage Garden

21. Don Gorvett, Ice Flower Gloucester Harbor, State Fish Pier

22. Michael De Cosimo, HMS Bounty, oil

23. Patricia McCarthy, The Paint Factory, oil

 

24 to 27 _Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan24. Barbar Kremer, Little River,Gloucester, watercolor

25. Carole Loiacono, Breaking Light over Wonson Cove, oil

26. Bonnie Sylvester, Ten Pound Island, watercolor

27. Phyllis Feld, Quartet, pastel

 

28 to 31_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan28. Ann Mchem Ziergiebel, Art Class, watercolor

29. Marie Sweeney, Universalist Church, oil

30. Alyce Wherren, Toward Annisquam,

31. Shiela Farren Billings, Blue Twilight, acrylic

 

32 to 35_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan32. Lynda Goldberg, New Experiences, oil and mixed media

33. Linda Lea Bertrand, November Light, oil

34. Susan W. Daly, Sailor’s Stan’s, watercolor

35. Laureen Maher, Birdseye Frozen, oil

 

36 to 39_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan36. Marion Hall, Columbia Mayors Race, watercolor

37. Jeff Weaver, Dock Scene, charcoal and pastel

38. Perry McIntosh, Somewhere in Maine, watercolor

39. K.T. Morse, Bass Rocks, oil

 

40 to 43 _Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan40. David P. Curtis, Winds of Change, oil

41. Patricia Doran, Little River, watercolor

42. Peter Tysver, From Good Harbor, oil

43. Paul George, Paint Factory, oil

 

44 to 47 _Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan44. Jude Abbe, Essex Shipyard, oil

45. Danny Mears, Cloudy Valley, colored pencil

46. Mary Rhinelander, Twin Light, Drypoint Monoprint

47. Curtis Wilcox, Bruce Lee’s Enemies, mixed

 

48 to 51_ 2Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan48. Marny Williams, Epic Lighthouse, watercolor

49. Marianne Thompson, Gloucester Blue, oil

50. Sandra Herdman, Essex Burnham House, oil

51. Marianne Ghompson, Black Bird’s Song, oil

 

52 to 55_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan (25)52. Grace Frost, Anchor Lane, pastel

53. Daryl Jackson, Emergence, graphite on paper

54. Mary R. McCarl, Rooster Sunflower Pitcher, watercolor

55. Charlotte Roberts, From T. Wharf, gouache watercolor

 

56 to 59_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan56. Lea Donovan Watson, Little Yellow Flowers, collage

57. Jane Wolf, Tall Grass, watercolor

58. Katherine Coakley, Singing Beach, oil

59. Bavaka Robin Berger, Legends of Worlds Locked in Time, mono/mixed media

 

60 to 62_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan60. Jerry Ackerman, Moody Blues, watercolor

61. MaryJane Lane, Entranced, acrylic

62. Karen Fitzgerald, Resting Dories, watercolor

 

63 to 67_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan

63. Coco Berkman

64. Christine Pitman, Mums, acrylic

65. Jess Semeraro, Our Ravens, ink & watercolor

66. Kate Nordstrom, Mom’s Chair, oil

67. Joy Halstead, Cloud 9

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Resiliency- Claire Wyzenbeek’s inspiring artist talk and exhibition at Sawyer Free

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photo caption: after Claire Wyzenbeek’s artist talk at SFL 9/19/19 ©Linda Bosselman                                        Inspiring, thoughtful and genuine. Don’t miss any upcoming Claire Wyzenbeek artist talks. 

Once Upon a Contest: Selections from Cape Ann Reads and Wyzenbeek’s solo exhibition at Sawyer Free continue through September 30.

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Tomorrow night! Invited Artist Claire Wyzenbeek kicks off September reception Cape Ann Reads Sawyer Free Library

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RECEPTION

Please join us for the September artists and writers Cape Ann Reads reception 6-8pm September 19th, 2019 on the main floor at Sawyer Free Library. The event will feature Claire Wyzenbeek, the Invited Artist for the Gloucester venue. Wyzenbeek will kick off the opening with a brief overview of her work, especially the beautiful and enigmatic Water and Lunar series on view for this exhibition.

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Installation

CLAIRE WYZENBEEK

Cape Ann Reads Invited Artist

Selections from Lunar and Water series

New paintings 2018-19

“Water is the wellspring of life. Living near the sea in Gloucester, where the moon calls the tides to rise and fall, where my garden is parched or flooded by the rain, I feel the water is everywhere around and within me.

Our bodies and feelings are fluid. The elation of floating in a calm bay, the release of tears flowing in grief, the vaporous clouds pregnant with rain all appear in my work as symbols of multiple experiences. Rising Tides and Beneath are about climate change, but also about emotions and relationships.  The Rain paintings were responses to the sorrows of loss. My figures and landscapes reflect life’s juxtapositions of love and suffering, awe and anguish, that flow through our internal and external worlds.”- Claire Wyzenbeek

Claire Wyzenbeek is the invited artist for the Gloucester venue of the “Once Upon a Contest” travel exhibition presented by the four libraries of Cape Ann. Wyzenbeek wrote and illustrated an original children’s picture book, Henrietta’s Moon Egg, a distinguished Cape Ann Reads Gulliver book. Wyzenbeek works in a variety of media with a current focus on building up layers of acrylic wash.  She maintains two studios; one at her residence in Gloucester and a second in Beverly where she teaches art classes.

Story time

Next week at the library, Wyznebeek will bring her award-winning children’s book Henrietta’s Moon Egg to a special Story time with Christy, Director of Children’s Services,  September 25, 2019.

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Her fall classes begin next week: Continue reading “Tomorrow night! Invited Artist Claire Wyzenbeek kicks off September reception Cape Ann Reads Sawyer Free Library” →

GHS Boys soccer booster – thanks Cape Ann Savings Bank and Market Basket!

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Team shifts 9am-noon today– photos from first shift at about set up time or close to it. Wouldn’t happen without area businesses sharing their stoops.

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It’s time! temporary fencing at Stacy Boulevard ahead of the railing replacement

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Part of Gloucester DPW ongoing Stacy Boulevard work, this new railing will extend east, continuing the look of the promenade western side. Future phases involve grounds work. AFTER comparisons will be in this direction.

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Hazel the dog sang with gusto at Cape Ann Reads library storytime! She inspired Mary Rhinelander’s charming picture book Why Does My Dog…?

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Sawyer Free Library Children’s Services presented a fun family program featuring Mary Rhinelander for a weekly storytime with Christy.  Rhinelander read from her smart and funny new picture book, ‘Why does my dog…?” inspired by her lovable pet, Hazel, and fast facts about dogs. To everyone’s delight, her dog made an appearance and many new friends! 🙂🐾🐶

Hazel was so comfortable amidst all the bustle, she left us with a song when Rhinelander played a tune; a first time the dog shared her endearing talent in such a crowd. (And no treats were involved!) My battery died but there’s enough here to convey the joy:

Fine artist, Mary Rhinelander, works in a variety of media.  “Why does my dog sniff other dogs’ butts? (and other important questions),” is one of several picture books underway by Rhinelander as author & illustrator. Images below of original works and/or design in process © copyright Mary Rhinelander.

 

“Ever wondered “Why Does My Dog…”? Well I have! This picture book answers questions even adult readers ask themselves. Indeed, why DOES my dog chase her own tail? Dig holes in the back yard? Lick me all the time? These questions and many more are simply answered through a combination of words and humorous illustration.” – Mary 

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Library flyer for special event 9/11/19 

 

 

Preview 2019 Sawyer Free Annual Art Auction

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The preview and silent bidding for the annual art auction is open through September 30th! Come see what work 67 generous artists and supporters have donated this year to help raise money for the Friends of the Sawyer Free Library. The art is hung salon style in groups on the five walls of the Matz Gallery just inside the Gloucester Lyceum Sawyer Free Library entrance.

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Leave a bid now or LIVE at the auction. Collen Hogan-Lopez shares how on behalf of the friends group: HOW TO BID IN THE SILENT AUCTION (3)

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THE ANNUAL ART AUCTION  — now a big fundraiser for the Friends — is coming!  Check these dates, mark them on your calendars — Support your library by purchasing a painting! 

SILENT AUCTION:   Starting on Tuesday, September 3, in the Matz Gallery you’ll find the beautiful art works of local artists which they’ve so generously donated to the Art Auction.  Clear instructions on how to bid on your favorites included in the attachment!  Visit, enjoy and bid!  Closes on Monday September 30th at 5 PM.

LIVE AUCTION :  Wednesday, October 2,  –Starting at 6 PM PREVIEW PARTY — refreshments, and live music by Jeannine Lynch.7 PM  Live Auction begins. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. Join us in this fun event and get the chance to own these incredible original art works while supporting library programs! – Colleen Hogan Lopez, Friends of Sawyer Free Library 

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Spoiler alert: stop here for those that like to bid blind and/or guess the artist.

2019 art auction fundraiser at and for SFL Gloucester MA ©c ryan.jpg

For those who want to know and credit the artists, here’s the checklist I’ve cobbled together from the bid book with more photos of the sixty seven 2019 selections:

1 to 5_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan1. Noreen Hale, The Annisquam, oil

2. Fred Kepler, Eastern Point Light, oil

3. Nancy Alimonsky, View From Nichols Candy, oil

4. Pamela Burke, October Moon Rising, acrylic

5. Juni VanDyke, Untitled, acrylic w/epoxy finish

 

6 to 10 _Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan

6. Peter Reis Sr., Alexandra’s Bread bakeshop, oil

7. Cindy Asard, Rockport Harbor, watercolor

8. Roy McCauley, L’il Mako, oil

9.  James Formichella, No Room Between Horses, color pencil

10. Anita Beloff, Beach Dunes

 

11 to 15_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan11. Paul George, Thomas Lannon, watercolor

12. James Watson, Lannon and Bluenose, watercolor

13. Dina Gomery, Autumn Field, oil

14. Sandy Scott, Running Buck, etching

15. Susie Field, Rounding the Buoy, acrylic

 

16 to 19_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan16. Phyllis Kaplan, Resting, watercolor

17. Olga Hayes, Motif #2, watercolor

18. Ray Crane, Pinky Schooner “Ardelle” off Ten Pound Island, oil

19. Lorwen Connie Nagle, Old Country Door, oil

 

20 to 23_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan20. Mary L. Crowningshield, Cottage Garden

21. Don Gorvett, Ice Flower Gloucester Harbor, State Fish Pier

22. Michael De Cosimo, HMS Bounty, oil

23. Patricia McCarthy, The Paint Factory, oil

 

24 to 27 _Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan24. Barbar Kremer, Little River,Gloucester, watercolor

25. Carole Loiacono, Breaking Light over Wonson Cove, oil

26. Bonnie Sylvester, Ten Pound Island, watercolor

27. Phyllis Feld, Quartet, pastel

 

28 to 31_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan28. Ann Mchem Ziergiebel, Art Class, watercolor

29. Marie Sweeney, Universalist Church, oil

30. Alyce Wherren, Toward Annisquam,

31. Shiela Farren Billings, Blue Twilight, acrylic

 

32 to 35_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan32. Lynda Goldberg, New Experiences, oil and mixed media

33. Linda Lea Bertrand, November Light, oil

34. Susan W. Daly, Sailor’s Stan’s, watercolor

35. Laureen Maher, Birdseye Frozen, oil

 

36 to 39_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan36. Marion Hall, Columbia Mayors Race, watercolor

37. Jeff Weaver, Dock Scene, charcoal and pastel

38. Perry McIntosh, Somewhere in Maine, watercolor

39. K.T. Morse, Bass Rocks, oil

 

40 to 43 _Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan40. David P. Curtis, Winds of Change, oil

41. Patricia Doran, Little River, watercolor

42. Peter Tysver, From Good Harbor, oil

43. Paul George, Paint Factory, oil

 

44 to 47 _Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan44. Jude Abbe, Essex Shipyard, oil

45. Danny Mears, Cloudy Valley, colored pencil

46. Mary Rhinelander, Twin Light, Drypoint Monoprint

47. Curtis Wilcox, Bruce Lee’s Enemies, mixed

 

48 to 51_ 2Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan48. Marny Williams, Epic Lighthouse, watercolor

49. Marianne Thompson, Gloucester Blue, oil

50. Sandra Herdman, Essex Burnham House, oil

51. Marianne Ghompson, Black Bird’s Song, oil

 

52 to 55_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan (25)52. Grace Frost, Anchor Lane, pastel

53. Daryl Jackson, Emergence, graphite on paper

54. Mary R. McCarl, Rooster Sunflower Pitcher, watercolor

55. Charlotte Roberts, From T. Wharf, gouache watercolor

 

56 to 59_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan56. Lea Donovan Watson, Little Yellow Flowers, collage

57. Jane Wolf, Tall Grass, watercolor

58. Katherine Coakley, Singing Beach, oil

59. Bavaka Robin Berger, Legends of Worlds Locked in Time, mono/mixed media

 

60 to 62_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan60. Jerry Ackerman, Moody Blues, watercolor

61. MaryJane Lane, Entranced, acrylic

62. Karen Fitzgerald, Resting Dories, watercolor

 

63 to 67_Friends of SFL annual art auction preview_local artists donate art to sale to help library_20190909_installation view © c ryan

63. Coco Berkman

64. Christine Pitman, Mums, acrylic

65. Jess Semeraro, Our Ravens, ink & watercolor

66. Kate Nordstrom, Mom’s Chair, oil

67. Joy Halstead, Cloud 9

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Hurricane Dorian in Massachusetts before high tide Long Beach Rockport & #GloucesterMA

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Clear skies and big waves. (pinch and zoom for mobile / double click to enlarge photos desktop)

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Several Bahama relief efforts – here’s one: https://www.projecthope.org/

Cape Ann Lanes enhancing classic candlepin bowling space in #GloucesterMA

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A big redesign at Cape Ann Lanes is underway. It’s looking great. $25 for an hour is an excellent option for a group of teens. P.S. Until the dining option is completed, they have local menus on hand for ordering pick up or delivery. Snacks and beverages are available on site.

Cape Ann Lanes website: https://www.capeannlanes.com/

photos: September 2019 AFTER |  2016/2018 below to compare 

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Athletes, family, friends, and fans – last chance to order GHS sports apparel

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Bryan Lafata shares reminder

The deadline to order apparel for Gloucester High School Athletics is coming fast- Sunday at noon. Don’t miss a big school spirit selection for fall sports and all GHS athletics. Here’s the store link: https://gloucesterathletics2019.itemorder.com/sale

Schedule for all the games can be found here 

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