Author: Pat D

Here’s our current oyster chart. It is limited to local (Gloucester) restaurants that offer regularly scheduled oyster specials at $1.50 or less. If you know of additional specials that should be added, please contact us through the blog or comment on Facebook. Bon Appetit! 

Safety Day on the Harbor this Saturday July 13.

We were delighted to discover Paul’s Closet on Center Street. It’s an eclectic collection of vintage, new and unique pieces. Located in the former Post Historic Studio at 6 Center Street, Paul calls is an artisan retail shop. You can see Paul’s reflection in the mirror below! It’s aptly named Closet as it is a bit small, but definitely worth a stop just to see what’s new.

Curiosities is the new name for the former location of Cape Ann Auction, which was Fred Bodin’s shop prior to that. The name is most appropriate to describe what the visitor will find inside. Stock rotates frequently and is always intriguing. It’s worth noting they are always looking to add to their inventory.

We stopped for an early lunch one day at a place we’d never been: CK Pearl on the river in Essex. It was quite delightful, even though it was nearly empty so early in the lunch hour.

Jim had the fish tacos and I had the fish sandwich. There’s covered and enclosed outdoor seating along with open outdoor tables in addition to traditional indoor dining. It was very comfortable, staff was friendly and helpful and we loved the food! We’ll be going back someday.

Truly a Bambi moment right here on Hesperus Avenue.

Mom on alert.

Run, Bambi, run!

The fishing must go on, even with Fiesta activities in full force. Some of the boats and crew we pray St. Peter will watch over coming home:

Happy 4th!

What a difference a month makes for young hawks! You may remember we have 3 young hawks in a nest near our house that we have been watching. This was taken just about a month ago:

And these were taken in the last few days. I believe them to be “our” youngsters growing up. They grow up fast, don’t they?

Happy Anniversary Pier 23! Sounds like a great dine-in deal Tuesday July 2 from 11 AM to 3 PM.

Last Fiesta post from me for a while! Many of these people put in untold hours and efforts to make Fiesta a successful and enjoyable event. I thank you. Faces of Fiesta Sunday morning:

I had the opportunity to browse around a bit at Sample This, located at the site of the former Pisces store on Main Street. You may have heard our discussion on podcast 341 published Sunday June 30. I met Joy, the proprietor and looked through her selection of sample items available from a variety of manufacturers. The space is bright and welcoming. I plan to return for some more serious browsing soon!

The Merger wins the Mens Finals in the Seine Boat Races under threatening skies.  Very exciting race and finish for the fans on the beach. Each team had enthusiastic fans rooting for victory. Congratulations guys!

Derek Hopkins for the win! Absolutely honored to have witnessed this!!! Congratulations.

Congratulations Derek Hopkins on an AWESOME victory Saturday!!! It was so much fun to watch. I think he’s my new hero!

It was a little dreary and threatening most of the time during the seine race and Greasy Pole contests, but we didn’t get too wet unless we wanted to! Another great crowd.

Some random fun on Pavilion Beach Friday night:

A few sights from the Women’s Seine Boat Races held Friday. Great job by all team members!

Congratulations Derrick Hopkins! 2019 Friday Champ!

Foggy Fiesta Friday finds me at the Visitors Center for my morning shift. Stop in and say hi. If you haven’t been to the Visitors Center lately, you haven’t been to the Visitors Center!