Took a nice walk around Clarke Pond on a rare sunny day.
Author: Donna Ardizzoni
Ardizzoni Photography, Business Manager, Grandmother, love living in Gloucester, love to swim, kayak, walk and of course take pictures. Our company does computer networking, Office Management, Medical Billing, transcription, networking software updates and virus protection
Devasting Fire Family needs
Thank you Alana for updating with regards the terrible fire.
Our neighbors have just lost everything in a fire. I’m reaching out see if I can help gather some clothes and supplies for the next few days.
If anyone has some clothes or necessities you can share or were planning on Second Glancing: the Mom is a size small/2/4 ish; Size 6 shoes— Dad is a l/xl kinda guy, size 12 shoes — their son is 12, he’s probably a kids large or a men’s small; size 5 shoes.
I’m working with the fabulous folks at Magnolia Library and Community Center who will be hosting a temporary drop site to get donations in one place for the family. Their hours this week are: Tuesday 12-4, Wednesday 9-3, Thursday 12-4. I would love to consolidate drops to just these days so that the family does not get overwhelmed with too much until they are able to find a more permanent place to live.
If you have items or gift cards to offer the Beaudoin Family, please message me or drop them at Magnolia Library during those times and they will be delivered directly to the family and any unused items would be donated to Second Glance Thrift Store. Thank you all so much for your support.
Also- a close friend of the family is setting up a GoFundMe and I will post that trusted link as soon as I have it. If you have further questions, please contact and I will send information directly to Alana. Donna@ardizzoniphotography.com
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Devasting fire in Magnolia
Thank you Gloucester Fire Fighters for extinguishing this fire. Terrible fire on Monday. No one was hurt but sadly pets did not make it.
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Early Spring walk on Magnolia Beach
On Friday took a walk on Magnolia Beach late afternoon. It was clear, crisp and sunny and took advantage of the nice weather.
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Essex Piano Trio at Gloucester Meetinghouse
Gloucester Meetinghouse presents the Essex Piano Trio performing “A Conversation among Friends” on April 18th
After playing together for several years throughout New England, the musical friends known as the Essex Piano Trio formalized their working relationship in 2017. Their signature concert title “A Conversation among Friends,” borrowing a descriptive phrase from American biographer Catherine Bowen, alludes to their audience-friendly concert format of interesting music interspersed with casual commentary. The trio’s primary goal has been to grow as musicians while making the best music possible to share with audiences. Essex Piano Trio members bring many perspectives from their academic backgrounds and professional lives as educators and performers.
The historic Meetinghouse is located on the green at the corner of Middle and Church Streets (GPS 50 Middle Street). General admission is $30, students $10, under 12 free. Tickets are available at the door and online (recommended) with more information at: www.gloucestermeetinghouse.org.
Parking is available on the Green in front of the Meetinghouse (enter between the granite pillars) and at other locations around the Historic District. An accessible side entrance with a lift is at 10 Church Street.
Join us for this outstanding concert by the Essex Piano Trio!
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West End of Magnolia Beach
On Friday, the skies brighten up and the beach was calling me for a walk.
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Lonely kayaks
After a real winter, the kayaks and their owners are anxious to get on the water. With the rainy weather, the beach always looks inviting.
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Gloucester Harbor
Even with the dreary weather, blessed to be able to stop and take in a view.
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Signs of Spring
Even though the temperatures are only in the 40’s, mother nature is moving along into Spring. Walking on Monday late afternoon, saw a pretty little Red Robin on the top of arch on Shore Road.
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Taking a walk around Clarke Pond
The other day, Rick and I walked Magnolia Beach on to the Trustees property around Clarke Pond. There is a small bridge to walk over to the right is Clarke Pond and down the stream is White and Black Beach.
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Late March day at Stage Fort park
Stage Fort Park is a jewel for the city of Gloucester. Even though the temperature was only in the upper 30’s, stunning blue sky and ocean. Again, lucky to live here.
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Summer of 2026
After a long cold winter, signs of summer are here.
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Late afternoon on Wednesday
With the sun shining on Wednesday, Magnolia Harbor had a blue ocean and blue sky. It was nice to walk without a hat on.
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Hammond Castle
Reblogged from Hammond Castle FaceBook Page
80 Hesperus Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930
Step inside the breathtaking home of one of the most prolific inventors of the 20th century, John Hays Hammond, Jr. In keeping with our founder’s original vision for his seaside castle-home to serve as a museum offering the Gloucester community access to ancient works of architectural art, Hammond Castle Museum is pleased to offer free self-guided tours to Gloucester residents every Tuesday throughout the regular tour season, which runs through early November, and during the holiday season, Museum-wide temporary exhibit, Deck the Halls.
Proof of residency for each Gloucester Gratis Days reservation is required upon check-in at the Museum.
Advance registration is recommended but not required. You may also register upon arrival in the Museum Shop.
Advance registration is recommended but not required. You may also register upon arrival in the Museum Shop.
*The last entrance is at 2:45 pm. The Museum and Grounds close to th
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Late March Day walk
We are so lucky to be able to take a walk on a beautiful beach like Good Harbor. It was peaceful and chilly.
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Ducks at play
Walking the Boulevard on Tuesday, noticed the ducks playing under the bridge. These cuties play in the current under the bridge going back and forth.
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Beautiful Male Cardinal
Saw this pretty bird through the dining room window on Sunday. The raindrops on the branches seem to be telling a story. Thank you mother nature for this bird.
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Save the Date
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Ironic
On the sunny days, I decided to put out some deck chairs. Seems ironic that the chairs look inviting except for the pretty dusting of snow.
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Sunday afternoon
Even on a dreary day, the beach makes me smile.
Good Morning Gloucester 