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

Look who is participating with the Philadelphia Tall Ships Event

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The beautiful Lannon is participating in the Philadelphia Tall Ships.  My daughter’s sister-in-law live in Philadelphia she and sent me this photo of The Lannon.

Memorial Day Observances Gloucester, MA

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A beautiful Memorial Day event was held at Gloucester High on Monday, May 28, 2018.  The auditorium was full of respectful and grateful citizens.

From FOB and artist Kathy Roberts

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MAY29 – June 6

Art Show “ Familiar Places, Special Memories”

Public

May 29 – June 6
May 29 at 8:30 AM to Jun 6 at 4:00 PM EDT
Only 8 days left to see my new art show in Manchester at Santander Bank on Union St.
Any FB friends who see this event will receive a 5% discount on any painting. Enjoy the show.
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A reminder of Memorial Day Observances

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Please consider attending one of our Cape Ann Communities Memorial Day Observances. On Monday May 28, 2018 we will dedicated our time to honor and remember the ultimate sacrifice bore by so many young Americans on various battlefields and remember all those Veterans who have passed away. We are brought together by the notion of preserving the memory of our loved ones and as Veterans, Gold Star, Families, Friends, and Community we will ensure that those memories never fade into the darkness.

Gloucester MA Elks Lodge #892 Capt. Lester S. Wass American Legion Post 3 Good Morning Gloucester Gloucester Amvets American Legion Post 98 Rockport MA Discover Gloucester Amaral Bailey Gloucester, Massachusetts Rockport, Massachusetts Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts Bridge Cape Ann Gloucester Sea Cadets – David G. Ouellet Division Gloucester Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps

 

Marouk Bread coming to 338 Main Street

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Opening May 31, 2018

Markouk Bread sells a variety of Lebanese influenced foods,
including saj-grilled flatbreads (markouk) that are topped with
combinations of zaatar, pesto, garlic sauce, fresh mint, tomatoes,
and onion, that have become very popular at local and catered
events.  Another favorite is Helwi – markouk with cinnamon,
sugar, and butter.  We also sell Mediterranean specialties
including hummus, fatayer, filled flatbreads with chicken, meat, or
cheese fillings, that are grilled on the saj to your order.

We try to source our ingredient from local farms to the extent
possible.  In fact, our meat is from Seaview Farm in Rockport, MA.

Catering – Please contact us to cater your next spring, summer,
or fall event.  We specialize in lamb roasts as well as saj-grilled
markouk.  We have catered groups from 10 to 110 people Catering – Please contact us to cater your next spring, summer, or fall event.  We specialize in lamb roasts as well as saj-grilled
markouk.  We have catered groups from 10 to 110 people
throughout Cape Ann for the past 6 years.

 

 

The new Carry In Carry out signs

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Thank you to Laurinda Butcher, Cape Ann Photographers Club and our Patti Amaral for these beautiful signs at Good Harbor and Wingaersheek Beach.

Seaside Sustainability Presents

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Seaside Sustainability will host the first ever Cape Ann :A SIP FOR THE SEA”

The event will take place at 7 Seas Whale Watch, and include a night of drinks, snacks, and beautiful harbor views. We will set out on Friday, June 8 at 7:00 PM and cruise around Cape Ann. On board, you will find a plethora of lite bites (included in the ticket cost) provided by local restaurants and a cash bar. There will be a 50/50 raffle and an exciting chance to win lots of local products, services, and food! We will return to port at 10 PM to conclude this great celebration for World Oceans Day

Who: All Ages Welcome
When: Friday, June 8, 7 – 10 PM
Where: Seven Seas Whale Watch
Cost: $30 in advance and $35 at the Door

CONTACT:sorrentor@seasidesustainability.org

 

 

The Formidable leaving the Railway on Wednesday

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As the Formidable was leaving the Marine Railway over at Rocky Neck, to say thank you let the cannons go off.

Change of Plans for Saturday

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Change of plan for Saturday. Burnhams field at 8:00

Time:      08:00

Place:      Burnham’s Field

When:     Saturday, May 26, 2018

Please bring gloves, rakes and gloves.

Thank you all

 

 

Essex Shipbuilding Museum Event

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This should be a sell-out event so sign on-board early for a fun night. It is a benefit for the Essex Shipbuilding Museum. FOR TICKETS: Visit the Museum’s secure website: https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/museum-store/6th-annual-schooner-challenge
or call: (978) 768-7541 or email: chris@essexshipbuilding.org
Tickets are $50.

Interesting cloud formation

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Does anyone else see in the cloud someone lying down?  Even though it was rainy the clouds and the blue sky made for a pretty sight.

One Hour at a Time Clean Up

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Good day kids:

 

Let us try this again.

This week’s clean up will be at Grapevine.

We can meet on the East Main Street side

When: Saturday, May 26, 2018
Time: 08:00 – 09:00
Where: East Main and Grapevine Avenue

Please bring gloves and pickers if you have them.

Thank you all.

Save the Date. You are invited

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Gloucester Avenue Neighborhood Clean Up

The Clean City Commission is excited to partner with Cape Ann Lanes for a neighborhood cleanup on Gloucester Ave on Saturday, June 9th! Join us from 9-11 for a cleanup, followed by free pizza and a round of bowling, courtesy of Cape Ann Lanes. This will be a great family-friendly event! Trash bags and gloves will be provided.

 

Additional details can be found at https://www.facebook.com/events/156639135189671/