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

Gloucester Chronicle on Thursday, 20, 2019

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Thursday, June 20: Project Community: Gloucester

 

NEEDHAM, Mass. —

Home to America’s oldest seaport, Gloucester takes pride in its maritime history. But today its fishing industry faces daunting challenges, from quotas that limit the catch, to costs making it difficult to eke out a living. At the same time, the city offers waterfront views, an engaging arts scene and a lively restaurant community – all the qualities that are catnip to upscale newcomers. Tonight, Anthony Everett reports on how Gloucester is trying to maintain its working waterfront tradition in the face of the economic pressures affecting all Bay State coastal communities.

My Happy Place

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If I could work from the beach I would.  The beach is my happy place and very important to get there as often as possible.  Hint, wear your bathing suit under your work clothes.

Magnolia Community Farmers’ Market

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After having a great breakfast at Sherry’s Corner Café, stroll to the Magnolia Community Farmers’ Market and pick up some great food, gifts and lots of socializing.  Hope to see you there.

Gloucester Education Foundation Gift from the Lyon-Waugh Auto Group

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Presentation of major gift in the amount of $150,000 to the Gloucester Education Foundation for automotive technology program by Warren Waugh of Lyon-Waugh.  The Lyon-Waugh Auto Group has made a three year commitment of $50,000 per year.  This program is currently fully enrolled andwith this support additonal students wishing to pursue career in the growing technology field will have the opportunity to enter this popular program.  Mr. Waugh, states “The importance of giving back is essential and is at the core of what we do and who we are.  We believe through our philanthropy we can make an impact in people’s lives, and stregthen our communities.  Giving back is good and we are happy to do so as long as we are able.”

 

A visit to the Essex Shipbuilding Yard

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When I was over there last week the with the wonderful 8th graders from O’Maley I walked around.  Lots of interesting things to see and learn about.

Thursday at the Essex Shipbuilding with O’Maley’s 8th graders

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Being over there for the second day, I am learning as well about how to build a boat.  These kids really pay attention and enjoy seeing what is built with their own hands.  The rope Grommet was interesting to watch being made, the kids under the boats drilling and the sanding of the oars was educational as well as fun.  The Essex Shipbuilding Museum staff, the O’Maley teachers and the kids made for a wonderful couple of days.  Thank you for the invite.

O’Maley 8th graders at the Essex Shipbuilding building 2 boats

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This is my 3rd year being invited to take photos over at the Essex Shipbuilding in Essex, as the O’Maley’s 8th graders make 2 boats on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The teachers, Amy Donnelly and David Brown are terrific and the kids really learn from them.  The staff at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum help out so much teaching the kids how to build a boat.  Love these 8th graders and their enthusiasm making something with their own hands.  The photos below are from Wednesday.

One Hour at a Time Gang

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Good day kids, hope everyone is doing well.

Saturday clean up

When:                  Saturday, June 15, 2019

Where:                 Route 133, we can park on the Blvd.

Time:                    08:00 – 09:00

Thanks kids and take care

Donna

Magnolia Community Farmers’ Market

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Love having the Magnolia Community Farmers’Market on Sunday mornings. Lots to see and buy. Also with Sherry’s Corner Cafe right there another pus to come to the market.

Rick and my 35th anniversary at Gloucester’s spectacular Beauport Hotel

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What can we say about this jewel in Gloucester.  From the time we checked in to the time we checked out, our experience was stellar.  The staff was attentive, polite, pleasant and happy to have us there.  Our room was outstanding with a view that took our breath away with a lovely balcony.  The heated pool and hot tub on the rooftop is incredible.  The staff on the rooftop were always making sure the tables and chairs were clean.  There were plenty of towels and our lunch on the rooftop was delicious.  The pool was so wonderful and very calming.  The conversations on the pool rooftop with other guests were inspiring from newly weds to families.  Also during our fun afternoon on at the pool, the staff came around with free ice cream sandwiches. When we got back to our room there was a box of chocolates with a lovely Anniversary card for Rick and I.  After taking a wonderful shower we went to dinner and had a great meal again with stellar service.  Coming back to room we noticed that the towels were all changed without us having to need to ask for extra towels.  The beautiful sunset at the end of the evening was just what two busy people needed.  After a great night’s sleep we went down to the breakfast buffet and again not disappointed with the food, staff and view.  Visiting the gift shop with Kathy was so nice.  They have great gifts and treasures.  Here is some photos of our time at the Beauport Hotel.  I would like to thank this wonderful hotel and staff for such a wonderful stay.

fun bed pillows
our view
Rick in the pool
Box of chocolates
Sunset
Beach VW bus
great way to get around
love the pillows
early morning on pool rooftop
Sunscreen lotion