On Saturday, the fog cleared, and the sun came out. Of course, I headed for the beach.
Author: Donna Ardizzoni
Lion’s Mane Jelley Fish on Magnolia Beach
Walking the beach noticed many lion’s mane jelly fish. They can sting be careful.
The lion’s mane jellyfish (Cyanea capillata) is one of the largest known species of jellyfish. Its range is confined to cold, boreal waters of the Arctic, northern Atlantic, and northern Pacific Oceans. It is common in the English Channel, Irish Sea, North Sea, and in western Scandinavian waters south to Kattegat and Øresund. It may also drift into the southwestern part of the Baltic Sea (where it cannot breed due to the low salinity). Similar jellyfish – which may be the same species – are known to inhabit seas near Australia and New Zealand. The largest recorded specimen was measured off the coast of Massachusetts in 1865 and had a bell with a diameter of 210 centimetres (7 feet) and tentacles around 36.6 m (120 ft) long.[2] Lion’s mane jellyfish have been observed below 42°N latitude for some time in the larger bays of the East Coast of the United States.
A little dreary at the State Pier
A cloudy day on Magnolia Pier
SAVE THE DATE
Reblogged from the Magnolia Library and Community Center.
1 Lexington Avenue, Magnolia, Gloucester, MA 01930
GUESS WHAT?? Thanks to GrillFriends we will leveling up our annual Ice Cream Social by offering more toppings so you can create your own delicious sundae. Thanks to Sherry, Allea, and the rest of the crew for sponsoring this year’s event.
Eastern Point Lighthouse
Another beach day
Day of kayaking
A family swim
Summer days
Breezy Stacy Boulevard
Another beautiful beach day
After a very busy Fiesta Weekend
Generous Gardeners Tour Magnolia reminder
Reblogged from Generous Gardeners Newsletter
| The Garden Tour is July 5, 2025..
ENJOY A FABULOUS GARDEN TOUR! July 5, 2025 The lovely seaside village of Magnolia has been chosen for the 2025 Generous Gardeners Garden Tour. Once home to grand summer hotels, this storied enclave is now filled with beautiful homes, stunning waterfront scenery, and flourishing gardens. Each garden on the tour offers a different and inviting array of shrubs and blossoms, artfully arranged and carefully tended by their owners. Stroll along Shore Road viewing over a dozen private gardens, many with glorious ocean views. This easygoing 1.6 mile tour showcases a variety of cottage gardens, rose gardens, estate gardens, and also includes an amazing Olmsted garden. We suggest purchasing tickets in advance on our website at: www.generousgardeners.org. Tickets will also be available at the start of the tour at the Magnolia Library and Community Center, One Lexington Avenue, Gloucester. Parking is available on streets throughout the tour area and shuttle buses will be available for assistance. Rain or shine. No pets. Photography welcome. Tickets: $35.00. Starting Point is the Magnolia Library and Community Center 1 Lexington Avenue Magnolia, Gloucester, MA 01930 10:00 – 04:00 Tickets $35.00
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