Author: Sharon
My passions include photography, music, people, teaching, learning, taking risks and asking "I wonder what would happen if I..."
Sign of the Day
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Old Time Magnolia
My Dad had all these old postcards from Magnolia. A friend scanned them, and I have the slides. I would guess this was during the late 1800’s. The original postcards are on display at the Magnolia Library Center.
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Beautiful Industry-Lobster Gear
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Tortilla Soup- Supper idea for Tuesday
The best part of this colorful, tasty, broth-based dish? Everyone at the table can customize their serving with add-ins of their choice. And it’s simple to pull together, especially if you use precooked chicken. Here’s the recipe!
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Bored at work (or at home)?
Have fun with this! —Sharon
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Where Zat Winner!
MARDET IS THE WINNER!!(close second was Maureen) Congratulations! This was the longest running contest to date!
On Island Rd. in Essex, coming back from Hardy’s Creek, you look off to your right where that house was built on the hill a few years ago and the trees line the driveway.
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For Shawn Cromwell-
When we were kids, we walked every day to the beach. The end toward the landing was the city-owned public beach. You had to walk through a ton of seaweed to get to clear water. Still the same now. When I put my kayak in now, the memories of “Stinky Beach” come right back! —Sharon
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Under the Pier
I took this with a disposable camera a few years ago. I can’t swim so I stay pretty close to the shore. Anthony Scola threw me a lobster one time I was out there. Had to stare a his beady little eyes all the way back to the beach. Uh, the lobster’s, not Anthony’s! —Sharon
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Beautiful Industry- Lobster Gear
On the rocks by the pier in Magnolia
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Where Zat? #6
Here is this week’s photo for Where Zat? So everyone will know when the contest is up, I’m going to post it each Monday at noon.
This week’s contest prize is a $20 gift certificate from Andy Mulholland at the Dog Bar (formerly the White Rainbow). Great place to eat, drink and listen to excellent local music! Thanks, Andy!
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Down the Fort
Intershell bought this building on Commercial St. recently for their retail operations. Of course, this photo was taken before they fixed it up.—Sharon
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Just smile…will ya?
This guy was finding his breakfast in the lobster pots on East Main St. I guess he wasn’t thrilled at me snapping his picture. —Sharon
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For Joey
This was right on East Main St. Jiffy John for those who like to chat with early morning power walkers. —Sharon
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Cape Ann Symphony Concert Jan. 24
This year’s family concert features the world premiere of “Katy and the Big Snow” by local composer Robert J. Bradshaw. Commissioned by the Cape Ann Symphony to commemorate award-winning author & illustrator Virginia Lee Burton’s centennial year, the musical retelling of the children’s classic with a Cape Ann connection is destined to become a classic in its own right. This joyous performance will appeal to the young at heart of all ages.
Be sure to check out Flapping like a Haddock for more things to do on Cape Ann.
Thanks! —Sharon
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Saving $$
If you’re looking for ways to save money on groceries, eating out, and other stuff, check this out on Flapping like a Haddock. Let me know if it’s worth it!
—Sharon
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What to do with the kids this weekend
Laura Ingalls Wilder book reading
Puppet theater at the Manchester Library
Free Admission to Cape Ann Museum
Cape Ann Museum Education Room OPEN HOUSE
Watch for more things to do at Flapping like a Haddock! —Sharon
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Free Admission to Cape Ann Museum
From the Cape Ann Blog–
Haven’t checked out the Cape Ann Museum lately? If you are a Cape Ann resident, January is the time to do it. Admission is free to Cape Ann residents for the entire month of January, before the museum’s annual one-month closure in February.
Check out an extraordinary collection of local art and historical objects, from Fitz Henry Lane paintings to Folly Cove Designer prints to the original statue of Mary that once stood atop Our Lady of Good Voyage Church.
The Cape Ann Museum, which recently changed its name from the Cape Ann Historical Association, is located at 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester.
Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 1-4 p.m. If you aren’t a resident, admission is $8 adults, $6 students and seniors, and free for children under 12 and museum members. The museum is wheelchair accessible.
For more information, call 978-283-0455 or visit www.capeannmuseum.org.
For more things to do with the family, check out Flapping Like a Haddock.
—Sharon
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Miss you, Tony
It’s been 2 years since Tony went “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door”. Much too early. I miss him winter kayaking in the harbor, knocking about in his Land Rover, walking his dog, quoting Dylan….being a friend.
RIP, Tony
—Sharon
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Magnolia photo from this week’s Where Zat winner
Shawn Cromwell lived in Magnolia for 5 years. He lobstered and fished here and now lives in Arizona. Kettle Island sure looks cold! —Sharon
Good Morning Gloucester 