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

Fall colors

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This year the colors of trees have not been as vibrant as in previous years due to the lack of rain.  But going by Buswell Pond on Tuesday did show some reflection and colors.

As the rain and wind were making a statement on Monday

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Monday was rainy, windy and dreary, but the waves and tide were fun.

Went by the back Shore and the Boulevard.  The tide was so high, falling off the greasy pole would be easy.

It really is “all about the light”

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Cape Ann has amazing light for painters, artists and citizens.  Walking on the Boulevard the other day was beautiful.

Closing time at Appleton Farms

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Around 6:00 on Tuesday, went over to Appleton Farms.  The rain had ended, and the clouds were disappearing.   It really is a lovely spot.

Awesome waves and wind

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Monday was a major stormy day.  Lots of rain, wind waves.  Took a walk but it was very windy, thought I might blow away.   Always careful but do like a good storm.

Gloucester Meetinghouse Save the Date

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Charlie Chaplin’s The Gold Rush with Peter Krasinski

Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, 3:30pm

A century ago, the name Chaplin was as famous as that of Spielberg, Redford, or Streep. In Hollywood’s early days, he was a comedian, producer, writer, director and composer widely regarded as the greatest comic artist of films—and, according to Encyclopedia Britannica, one of the most important figures ever in motion picture history.

On Saturday afternoon, Nov. 2, at 3:30pm a Charlie Chaplin masterpiece, The Gold Rush, will be featured marking the 100th anniversary of this silent-film classic, with live organ accompaniment by maestro Peter Krasinski in the historic 1806 Meetinghouse, home of the Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church.

The Gold Rush is a 1925 American silent film comedy written, produced and directed by Chaplin. It received an Academy Award nomination, and it has since been added to the National Film registry by the Library of Congress for its cultural, historic and aesthetic significance.

Silent films aren’t silent at all. Before ‘talkies’ came along the action was augmented by vigorous pianists or skilled organists whose music swelled or swooned to match the action. The Gold Rush will be accompanied by Peter Krasinski, a master of improvised silent movie accompaniment, whose exciting performances delight kids and adults alike. Krasinski will exploit all the tone colors and power of the 1893 Hutchings/Fisk organ, creating music that adds mystery, intrigue and excitement to this notable film.

Thank You, Sponsors!

Interested In Becoming a 2025/26 Series Sponsor?

An unparalleled annual series of civic, cultural and community events, hosted by the Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation at the Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church.

Look for the sponsorship form at the bottom of this page.

Parking Info

The Green is now open for event parking. After 6, parking in downtown Gloucester is free and there are several lots nearby. When parking in and around the area, please make sure not to block our neighbor’s driveways.

 

Yellow happy flowers

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As the season is changing to fall, the flowers on the Stacy Boulevard have made walkers and visitors to our beautiful city very happy.  The Generous Gardeners have done an amazing job displaying these flowers and maintaining the flowers.  Thank you and thank you again.

Fun times on Hesperus Avenue

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Love when residents get into the spirit of holidays.   The person who put this display up, is a great person with a fun personality.