Rick and I went out to watch the Bunker Hill Battle from the water. As usually The Lannon was the best. Thank you to all who have participated in this wonderful and fun event.
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
Bunker Hill Reenactment
Here is a couple of photos and more will be coming. This event was fantastic. Volunteered today and saw so many the events. The committee who put this together was organized and efficient. On Monday will have more photos to see. Thank you, City of Gloucester and the organization that runs these reenactments.
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Hungry Blue Jay
Friday morning the air and mother nature were showing off. This pretty blue jay came to say hello.
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Minutemen setting up for Bunker Hill reenactment
It is getting very exciting. On Saturday I will be volunteering and hopefully get some great photos. On Sunday Rick and I are going on The Lannon. Exciting
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View of beach from Magnolia Pier float
On Monday the skies were clear and blue. Walking to Magnolia Pier and sitting on float was delightful. The houses on the shore add to the view.
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On a clear and pretty day
So lucky to live here. To be able to take a walk with special views. Shore Road never disappoints.
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Morning light
Beautiful light on Monday morning as I was walking Shore Road.
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Hope through Art
Love this idea about recycling. Your stuff can become art.
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2nd annual Magnolia Porchfest
The 2nd annual Magnolia Porchfest was fantastic. Fun with great music, food and a community feel. Thank you who hosted a band on their porches and to the bands who participated. A big thank you to the Magnolia Community Library and Community Center. The volunteers who put this together should be commended. Their hard work in coordinating all the parts to this event made a fun and great time. Thank you all who came to enjoy the great music and food. The social time was enjoyable with lots of hugs and greetings to each other. All ages had a wonderful time.
The following bands participated.
Dede & Anie
Night Owls,
Funbucket
Familiar Strangers
Jim Kawski & Daniel Kellar
Scott Parisi & John Buckner
Riley Hunt & The Fam Band
In The Pocket
Corey Winn & Matt Rich
Sage
Reset Button
Glostafarians
Deep Blue Duo
Ristuben Jazz
Whiskey Talk
Cold Start Dog Town
Gloucester Songwriters Circle
Fender Bender
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Beautiful bird
We are so lucky to have the egrets visit Cape Ann during the warmer months.
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Sea Smoke Studio
A new wonderful Art Studio has opened at 15 Lexington Avenue, Magnolia, Gloucester, MA. The studio has beautiful artwork by artist Nancy LeGendre. Some of paintings have been painted with fluorescent paint. Very fun.
Phone number:978-502-3166
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Helped this little guy cross the street
Another reason to slow down when driving. This turtle was crossing Bray Street on Wednesday. Stayed with the turtle until the turtle was safe.
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Update MAGNOLIA Porchfest: It is on
It’s on!! It may be cool and cloudy, but Porchfest is happening!
Not the spontaneous type? That’s okay. You can learn about the musicians performing on the porches by visiting magnolialibrary.org/porchfest-2025 or you can stop in the library for a map. Remember, the music starts at 4 and keeps going til 8. Don’t forget to bring $$ for tipping the great musicians who are donating their talent and drop some coin in the Library donation bins to keep porchfest happening. See you there!
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My happy place
This is the only way to end a workday. The ocean is still a little chilly but to feel the salt on your skin and is worth it.
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Magnolia Porch Fest 2025
Reblogged from Magnolia Library and Community Center
Four different weather apps say Saturday morning showers dry up in the afternoon. But stand by. We’ll make an official call tomorrow. Please understand that with 20 host locations and 50 musicians, coordinating a rain date is just not possible – and we’d be just as disappointed as you! But right now, on a sunny Thursday we’re still warming up for another great Porchfest! 
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Wonderful breakfast at Grillfriends
Rick and I like going to Grillfriends on Lexington Avenue, Magnolia, Gloucester, MA. The staff and food are terrific. This restaurant also has a very friendly feel.
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Nice tribute to Gloucester’s graduating Seniors
Take a walk on Gloucester’s beautiful Stacy Boulevard and read the names of seniors that are graduating. Congratulation to all. Thank you to the sponsors.
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Another sign of summer
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Overlooking Rafe’s Chasm
Late Sunday afternoon the sky and ocean looked so pretty. It was hazy from the fires in Quebec.
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41 years
Can not believe that Rick and I have been married 41 years. Time goes by so fast when you are not looking. Yikes I had a Princess Dianna hat, and Rick had a gray tuxedo.
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