Author: Manuel F. Simoes

Enjoying Life in Gloucester Mass

Gloucester Harbor Shuttle 2014 Maiden Voyage

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The Gloucester Harbor Shuttle by Harbor Tours made its maiden voyage with Captain Pete at the wheel and his brother as first mate.

We also had a big greeting from Frankie at Capt. Joe’s (note Frankie is doing ALL the work by himself)

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Generous Gardeners – Judith Sargent Murray House

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Susan and other volunteers from Generous Gardeners work hard on beautifying the Judith Sargent Murray House.

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Icelandic Horses even wait for spring in Essex

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These horses born in Iceland, now living in Essex, await the warm weather, after this winter.IMG_8659

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For my Azorean Friends – Festas das Lajes do Pico

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Gloucester has a strong tie to the Azores, I hope you enjoy.

A video of the Festival of Lajes do Pico where I was born… parade of old traditions.

Festas das Lajes do Pico

Beauport Princess Captains wish everyone a Happy Valentine

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Beauport Princess Valentine Dinner – be sure to view more photos by Terry Webber on  GoodMorningGloucester.

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Cape Ann Animal Aid Winter Ball Celebrates 50th Anniversary

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A well attended event with great food, and great Auction participation at Cruiseport.

CONGRATULATIONS

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My favorite Center Piece was from Mamie’s Kitchen.

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Christmas Toys at Ristorante La Trattoria and Pizzeria

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Bruce Tarr and Sefatia Romeo Theken collect Toys for needy children at Ristorante La Trattoria and Pizzeria in Gloucester. Restaurant owner and staff, and all contributors make many children smile this Christmas.

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College Break at Sugar Magnolia’s

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The future generation knows the best place in town for breakfast. Sugar Magnolia’s

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Azorean Tradition – Linguiça Making in Gloucester since 1898

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Steve and Jerry Burke carry on the tradition of making Azorean Linguiça in their family’s 1898 Linguiça Smoke house. The recipe they use is from their great grandmother who came to this country from Lajes do Pico Azores. The Azorean Linguiça smoke house may be the oldest operating in the country.  Watch Video below:

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Bank Gloucester Hosts Hospice Tree of Lights

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IMG_7606Patrick Thorpe President and CEO of Bank Gloucester hosts the Hospice Tree of Light on Dec 9th 2013, many people came to honor memory of loved ones, and support the dedicated work of Hospice .

 

 

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BENEFIT FOR RANDY BURNS Nov 30th Reminder

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A Cape Ann Pee-Wee Football All-Star Game will be taking place on Saturday, November 30 at New Balance Field at Newell Stadium to benefit long time league board member and referee, Randy Burns.  Randy recently suffered a tragic accident which has left him paralyzed from the chest down. He is determined to continue fighting with the same spirit that he used to serve the children of our community for the past fifteen years as a football referee and Little League umpire. Please come and attend the B level game starting at 12:00 and the A level game immediately following to show your support for Randy.  Admission is a voluntary donation at the gate.

We  also have bracelets with “Randy” on one side and “Strong” on the other side available for a $5.00 donation.   If you would like one and cannot attend the benefit, please call RoseAnne at 978-335-0755 or Jill at 978-283-0308.