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

Showing respect

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Since the April 15, 2013 tragedy Rick and I have wanted to go and my our respect.  On Sunday, April 30, 2013 we decided to go down to Boylston Street.  The street was very busy with people also paying their respect and eating and shopping.  Our emotions were very strong, seeing teddy bears, flowers, beautiful poems, shrine, shoes and hats.  Many tears were rolling down my cheeks as well as most visitors.   Kindness and compassion will overcome the evil.

April 28, 2013 a sea of hat April 28, 2013 a sea of yellow ribbons on Boylston April 28, 2013 a shrine of hope April 28, 2013 kind words from such sadness April 28, 2013 Marathon Sports - Copy

Do not forget to Vote Today

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It is a privilege to vote.

Polls will remain open until 8 p.m. today in the special primary elections in the race for Massachusetts’ U.S. Senate seat formerly held by John Kerry.

Polling places across Cape Ann are as follows:

GLOUCESTER

:Ward 1, Precinct 1: East Gloucester Elementary School, 8 Davis St. Extension.

Ward 1, Precinct 2: Veterans’ Memorial School, 11 Webster St.

Ward 2, Precincts 1 & 2: Our Lady of Good Voyage Church youth center, 140 Prospect St.

Ward 3, Precinct 1: Veterans’ Center, 12 Emerson Ave.

Ward 3, Precinct 2: First Baptist Church, 38 Gloucester Ave.

Ward 4, Precinct 1: Beeman Memorial School, 138 Cherry St.

Ward 4, Precinct 2: Lanesville Community Center, Vulcan Street, Lanesville.

Ward 5, Precinct 1: Magnolia Library Center, 1 Lexington Ave.

Ward 5, Precinct 2: West Parish Elementary School, 10 Concord St.

ROCKPORT

:Precinct 1: Pigeon Cove Circle, 8 Breakwater Ave.

Precinct 2: St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 24 Broadway.

Precinct 3: Rockport Elementary School, 24 Jerden’s Lane.

MANCHESTER

Manchester Memorial School, 43 Lincoln St.

ESSEX

Essex Fire Station, 24 Martin St.

Magnolia Pier with Kettle Cove in Background

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On a beautiful April day went down to Magnolia Beach and took a photo of the pier.  As you can see, Magnolia Pier was seriously damaged during the blizzards of 2013.

April 24, 2013 Magnolia Pier with tanker

Ipswich River Sanctuary

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Papa and I took the kids to the Ipswich River Sanctuary during vacation week.  It is a great time.  The chickadees actually ate seeds from the kids hands.  The Vernal Pond was really pretty with frogs and turtles.

Chickadee
Chickadee

beautiful vernal pond at Ipswich River Sanctuary

Clean up this coming weekend/ One Hour at a Time Gang

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REMEMBER everyday is Earth Day: Earth Day clean up is on Saturday April 27th from 9- 12 at Stage Fort Park please bring fresh fruits and veggies for the food pantry, then Sunday is the Pride Stride Day. Please look at GMG’s  Earth Day map for more information.  Remember to be greener we must be cleaner.  The DPW on Poplar Street has yellow bags to help you pick up when taking your walks.

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Rosie being a good sport

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When Maddie, Owen Cole and Avery were here, Rosie was so good and very much loved by the kids.  Love this picture of Rosie sleeping while the kids made a tent with the couch pillows.

April 17, 2013 Rosie being a good sport

Short and Main-New Restaurant In Former Space Of Valentinos

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Went to visit Short & Main the new restaurant in Gloucester. Met with Howie, Amelia, Matt and Nico Monday morning, what a great group of people and look forward to going to this restaurant.

Doing The Housework

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After six days with these cutie pies decided they could do the housework.  Maddie, Owen, Cole and Avery helping out.

So much fun to be Papa and Nonnie

Keeping our Earth Clean and Healthy

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April 20, 2013 Saturday–

One Hour at A Time Gang:  Saturday, Please go over to the Harbor Walk near the Gloucester House, there is a lot of trash over there.  Since I have my grandchildren will not be able to make you can always get the bags from the DPW.  Thanks

More info:

On April 21 2013 starting at 9 am, Ambie Orlando will be having the first annual clean up Burnhams Field event. What we will be doing is cleaning up the field of trash and debris so that everyone can see the true beauty in the field. If your child or anyone for that matter uses the field we would love for you to come down and help out. We are recommending you bring down maybe a rake and shovel and if you could some power equipment like blowers and weed whackers that would be an even bigger help. Thank you in advance for your help it is greatly appreciated.

Also do not forget:

Sidewalk Sweeping is on April 20th, the Clean City Initiative and the Building Center of Gloucester asks every resident and business to sweep the sand from their sidewalks for the city to come and take it away.

What is the Eco-Trip?

It’s a scavenger hunt from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 around downtown Gloucester. You’ll walk to eight businesses and solve a puzzle that will reveal one way they are taking care of the environment.

What businesses are sponsoring the Eco-Trip?

Nor’east Cleaners, Jim’s Bagel & Bake Shoppe, Harbor Health Group, Dogtown Books, Mill River Consulting, Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, Cape Ann Farmers’ Market, and Latitude
43.

Why should I participate?

You’ll have fun while exercising your brain and body! You’ll learn what Gloucester businesses are doing to lessen their carbon footprints. You’ll have a chance to win a gift from a local business and enjoy light refreshments at the after party at Latitude 43.

How will I know where to go?

You’ll sign in at the Friend Room of the Sawyer Free Library and get a map showing the businesses’ locations. You’ll plan your own route from there. We’ll meet for the after party at Latitude 43 between 2:30 and 3 p.m.

Do I have to travel alone?

You can choose to play solo or in a team of 2 to 4 people. If you register by yourself and want to play as part of a team, we will assign you to a team when you sign in on April 20.

Will kids enjoy the Eco-Trip?

The Eco-Trip (1 ½ mile walk) and puzzles have been designed for adults and for middle and high school students. It’s up to you to gauge your child’s interest and stamina. Children age 13+ should pay the $10 registration fee.

How does my team win?

The Eco-Trip is not a race. The goal is to solve the puzzles. Teams that solve all eight puzzles will be entered in a drawing during the party at Latitude 43 for first pick of the prizes.  Teams that solve three or more puzzles will be entered into a drawing to select from among the remaining prizes.

I want to play! How do I register?  How much does it cost?  Click on the Eco-Trip link at the Eco-Trip Registration page, fill out the short form and pay by credit card via PayPal. Each Eco-Trip player will pay a $10 fee before April 13. After that, players will pay $15. The Eco-Trip is a fundraiser for the Cape Ann TimeBank.

What is the Cape Ann TimeBank?

The Cape Ann TimeBank is a group of individuals and businesses that strengthen the community by offering their services to each other and to community groups. For every hour of service a member offers, s/he is eligible to ask for an hour of help in return.

Where can I park?

Gloucester has 10-hour parking meters (.50/hour) and a parking lot on Rogers Street below the Fitz Henry Lane house and across from the police station.

Is there a rain date?

No, we’re going to hold the Eco-Trip rain or shine.  After all, rain is an integral part of our ecology!

For more information about the Eco-Trip, contact Nancy Goodman at ngoodman52@yahoo.com.

For press inquiries, contact Judy Bloomfield at 1judybloomfield@gmail.com.

Copyright Cape Ann Timebanks, 2013