The rain showers disappeared just in time for Rockport’s parade to begin.
Rockport’s 4th of July Firemen’s Parade
Author: Nichole S.
Bonfire
View of Rockport’s awesome bonfire from Lumber Wharf
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live From Rockport’s Firemen’s Parade
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In Case You Missed the Horrible’s Parade…
In case you weren’t able to get down to the Horrible’s Parade this year, you got stuck in the hellacious beach traffic, or you just didn’t want to go… here is what you missed.
Next stop, Rockport.
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Who You Gonna Call?
Go figure that Finn registered high for paranormal activity.
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Come Sail Away: Sandy Bay Yacht Club
Since he was about four-years-old, Thatcher has known that he wanted to start sailing lessons at the Sandy Bay Yacht Club in Rockport as soon as he was old enough to begin.
Old Enough happened this week!
For as much time as I’ve spent on boats, I’m not a sailor, so it blows my mind to watch him out there in the harbor sailing solo.
I have been so impressed with the staff and instructors and I am looking forward to watching Thatch grow, learn, and advance through the ranks in the SBYC sailing program.
Quintessential summer.
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Who is Manning the Ship?
With this many Rhumb Line employees all at the same wedding, it begs the question “Who is manning the ship.” Not included in the photo, but in attendance is Fred Shrigley and MANY musicians who have graced the Rhumb Line stage!!!
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Congratulations to the King and Queen
Congratulations to Dan and Amanda King we are honored to share in their amazing day and wish them a lifetime of happiness. Let the dancing begin!
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Nichole’s Picks 7/4 and 7/5
No rest for the weary…
Pick #1: GET READY TO CELEBRATE WITH SOME RED, WHITE, AND BLUE
With St. Peter’s Fiesta behind us, it is now time to immediately gear up for Independence Day Celebrations all over Cape Ann and beyond.
Gloucester boasts its Horrible’s Parade, Free Concert on the boulevard, and fireworks display on Friday, July 3rd
While Rockport then follows suit with its own Firemen’s Parade, Legion Band concert and amazing bonfire on Saturday, July 4th.
Please click HERE for a full list of events
Pick #2
If you’re up for the challenge, Boston has the one of the largest Independence Day celebrations in the entire country.
Boston Harborfest, one of the largest Independence Day festivals in the United States, showcases over 200 events during its 6 days, including entertainers, historical reenactments, music, Harbor cruises, and walking tours.
Please Click HERE for the entire list of exciting events!
For a more comprehensive list of family activities please visit our friends at North Shore Kid
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Presidential Welcome
Every once in a while I come across these letters while trying my darnedest to declutter the boys’ bedroom.
It’s a pretty cool thing for the Office of the President to do and I hope that Thatcher and Finn save them for years to come….regardless of future political affiliations.
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Slip Sliding Away
Leave it to Simon and Garfunkel to say it best….
“Slip sliding away, slip sliding away
You know the nearer your destination, the more you slip sliding away”
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Capture the Flag: Fiesta Monday’s Winner!
Jake Wagner’s victory walk (and swim) to capture the flag on Fiesta Monday! 
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Nina Takes the Win!!!
Nice race!!
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Seinsational
Truly pieces of art and iconic images in Gloucester’s history. If you haven’t had the chance to see the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria up-close you should.
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Good Morning, Fiesta
A peak at the carnival games, rides, and concessions, early in the morning, slowly waking up, wondering what the day has in store….
Good Morning, Fiesta.
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Anywhere Else, This May Seem Strange…. VIVA!
If you came across grown men dressed like the Naked Cowboy, a Ninja Turtle, Hulk Hogan and more walking down the street mid afternoon on a Saturday anywhere else in the world it may seem strange…but here, in Gloucester, during Fiesta weekend, it screams GREASY POLE!
So, of course….we followed them…
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Wharf Rats are Pulling for Julianna
The boys and I had the pleasure of sneaking some up-close photos of the seine boats earlier today. Much more importantly, we had the pleasure of meeting Julianna Frontiero and her father, Tony. Tony, I was told, is a legend in St. Peter Fiesta seine boat racing history. His daughter, Julianna, is the inspiration behind this year’s Wharf Rats team and the their mission to win while pulling hard for her onboard the Pinta later this weekend! As Julianna fights a very rare disease called Friedreich’s Ataxia, the crew will be thinking of her with each and every stroke.
Please take a minute to read a post done by Felicia back in November by clicking HERE
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Good Sports
More from this morning’s race between Gloucester’s finest! The Gloucester Police Department, the Gloucester Fire Department and the Coast Guard.
Competitors on the water today….but, joined normally by the same mission to keep us all safe.
What good sports. It was great fun to watch them all race!
While the Coast Guard was ultimately victorious, it was a close race from beginning to end!
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Coast Guard Wins!
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Gloucester police, Fire Dept. and Coast Guard Races
And they’re off!
With the Fire Dept in the Santa Maria, the police in the Nina, and the Coast Guard in the Pinta! Let’s see who wins!
Good Morning Gloucester 