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

SUNDAE FUNDAY

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The MLCC would like to extend an invitation to the entire community for an Ice Cream Social
Friday April 27, 5-7pm.

Come enjoy a sweet treat with us as we welcome SPRING to Magnolia for the first of 3 straight weeks of excellent community events at the MLCC! Our annual membership drive is upon us and if you haven’t renewed already, this is a great opportunity to get re acquainted with the Magnolia Library and Community Center. Board members will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about our facility and offer information about our upcoming events!

** $4 suggested donation per family**
*** All proceeds will benefit the MLCC’s purchase of a new generator for the building so that we may better serve our community in times of need ***

The Great Gloucester Cleanup 2018

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This was a great cleanup.  So many volunteers that came out today.  I also want to thank Mom’s Kitchen for offering something to drink if you were volunteering.  The volunteers were numerous and dedicated to cleaning up our beautiful city.  Thank you to all the volunteers and the One Ocean One Love for the after cleanup cookout,  Cape Ann Sup, Ocean Alliance, WeCann, Gloucester Clean City Commission, Coast Guard and the One Our at a Time Gang for all your great work.  Would also like to thank Mother Nature for a beautiful day.

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How the ocean can change

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A couple of weeks ago from Rafe’s Chasm the ocean’s wave and fury were roaring, one of the many things I love about the ocean is how it is forever changing.  The other day it was calm and so blue.

Fun time at the Franklin Park Zoo

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Papa and Nonnie had the best day with Maddie, Owen, Cole, Avery at the Franklin Park Zoo.  What a great zoo.  The Franklin Park Zoon has a wonderful reputation for taking great care for the animals and making sure animals are respected.  Some of the animals, such as the magnificent lions were rescued as many others.  It is very easy to get there right of Rt. 93 in Boston.  For more information please follow the link below.

http://www.zoonewengland.org/franklin-park-zoo

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Gorilla at Franklin park zoo

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What a great time at The Franklin Park Zoo.  This zoo has been around for a long time.  All the animals are well cared for and most have been rescued.

The Great Gloucester Cleanup

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Reminder:

Saturday:        April 21, 2018

Where:           St. Peters Square  ( One Hour at a Time Gang will be there)

Time:             09:00 – 11:00 AM

Please the Flier attached.

 

 

 

Memories of warm weather

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Since it so windy, cold and rainy thought I would post some summer post from last summer.

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Marshalls Farm Stand

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It is almost time for Marshalls Farm Stand to open for the season.  The stand will be opening soon.  To greet us one of my favorite folks,  the Alpacas.

Fog surrounding the Eastern Point Lighthouse

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With warmer coming, hopefully, the fog has been very pretty.  If you can imagine, take a deep breath and you can smell the sea.

Reminder, Spring Household Hazardous Waste Day, April 14, 2018

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Spring Household Hazardous Waste Day – April 14, 2018

This year our Spring Household Hazardous Waste Event will be April 14, 2018, rain or shine, from 9am-12 noon.  Residents are asked to schedule an appointment to bring their materials to the DPW yard.  The Recycling Department will begin accepting appointments beginning March 15th.  Please call 978-281-9785 to schedule your appointment. Registration closes April 13, 2018 at 11 AM.

Gloucester residents are allowed to bring up to 25 pound or gallons of material at no cost.  If you exceed 25 pounds or gallons, and additional fee will be accessed and payable to ACV Enviro(payable by check only, cash is not accepted).  For up to 10 gallons or pounds over it is $30, 11-25 gallons or pounds over the charge is $50.00.

Please understand that we can only accept hazardous materials when ACV Enviro is on site, early drop offs will not be allowed.

Acceptable Materials

From the House:

  •  Rubber Cement, Airplane Glue
  •  Fiberglass Resins
  •  Photo Chemicals
  •  Chemistry Sets
  •  Furniture Polish
  •  Floor & Metal Polish
  •  Oven Cleaner
  •  Fluorescent Bulbs
  •  Mercury bearing wastes
  •  Drain & Toilet Cleaner
  •  Spot Remover
  •  Rug & Upholstery Cleaner
  •  Hobby Supplies, Artist Supplies


From the Yard:

  •   Poisons, Insecticides, Fungicides
  •   Chemical Fertilizers
  •   Weed Killers
  •   Moth Balls
  •   Flea Control Products

From the Workbench:

  • Oil Based Paints ONLY
  • Stains & Varnishes
  • Wood Preservatives (except Penta)
  • Paint Strippers/Thinners
  • Solvent Adhesives
  • Lighter Fluid


From the Garage:

  • Fuels/Gasoline/Kerosene
  • Motor oil
  • Car batteries
  • Antifreeze
  • Engine Degreaser
  • Brake Fluid/Carburetor Cleaner
  • Transmission Fluid
  • Car Wax, Polishes
  • Driveway Sealer
  • Roofing Tar
  • Swimming Pool Chemicals
Unacceptable Materials

What Not To Bring!

  • LATEX PAINT (pop lid, let dry, throw in trash)
  •  Empty Containers/Trash
  • Commercial or Industrial Waste
  • Radioactive Waste, Smoke Detectors
  • Infectious & Biological Wastes
  • Compressed Gas Cylinders (other than propane)
  • Ammunition, Fireworks, Explosives, Flares
  •  Fire Extinguishers
  •  Prescription Medicines/Syringes
  • Asbestos

How Can I Safely Transport These Hazardous Materials?

  • Leaving materials in original containers.
  • Tighten Caps and lids.
  • Sort and pack separately: oil  paint, pesticides,and household cleaners.
  • Pack containers in sturdy upright boxes and
  • pad with newspaper.
  • NEVER MIX CHEMICALS.
  • Pack your car and drive directly to the site.
  • NEVER SMOKE while handling hazardous material.