A very tricky rescue operation was performed out on our deck recently…….

February 14, 2026 ~ Sawyer Free Library ~ 

Boston Bruins mascot Blades is coming to Sawyer Free Library this Tuesday, February 17, from 2:00–3:30 PM for a special PJ Story Time in support of the 19th Annual Bruins PJ Drive.

The event will kick off with Story Time featuring Blades, followed by Bruins-themed trivia, with questions and prizes provided by the Bruins. Children will then rotate through fun activity stations, including beading, fan button-making, mask coloring, Giant Jenga, and individual photo opportunities with Blades. Each child will also receive a goodie bag. Register at sawyerfreelibrary.org.

Running from February 1 through March 15, the Bruins PJ Drive aims to collect 10,000 new pairs of pajamas for Cradles to Crayons and Wonderfund to support children in need. Sawyer Free Library is proud to partner with the Boston Bruins, Cradles to Crayons, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and DCF/Wonderfund to help collect donations for local children living in low-income and homeless situations.

To donate, please bring to the storytime or drop off new pajamas (sizes 0–3 months through 18/20, adult medium) at Sawyer Free Library, 2 Dale Avenue, Gloucester. You can also donate through the Amazon Wishlist and ship directly to Cradles to Crayons. Please ensure all pajama donations are appropriate for all seasons and do not include holiday or family-specific references. The most-needed sizes this season are 12–18 months, 18–24 months, and adult medium.

We’re excited to help provide children with new pajamas so they can stay warm and get a good night’s sleep. For questions, please email tbalsan@sawyerfreelibrary.org or call 978-325-5555.

Boston Bruins Mascot Blades Coming to Sawyer Free Library on Tuesday! for 2026 PJ Drive!

Buddy is a gentle giant just under 3 years old with a heart as big as he is. This sweet boy loves spending time outdoors, soaking up the fresh air, and enjoying the simple joys of life. Whether he’s out exploring, playing with his favorite volunteers, or just hanging out with his humans, Buddy is happiest when he’s by your side. Buddy has lived with elderly adults as well as children under the age of 1, and he’s shown himself to be calm, patient, and gentle in those environments. His easy going nature and love for people make him a wonderful companion for many different households. Buddy’s personality and love for people make him a joy to be around. If you’re looking for a big, sweet companion who just wants to enjoy life and share it with you, Buddy may be your perfect match. Does Buddy sound like the right fit for you?

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The Gloucester Schooner Festival over the Labor Day weekend has grown in 41 years into a signature New England event.  It’s an economic engine that attracts crowds from throughout the Northeast and Eastern Canada.   

 

Throughout the long weekend schooners will be seen under sail and docked around the harbor from the temporary docks at I4C2 on Rogers Street to Maritime Gloucester to Smith Cove.  

 

Given its importance, it’s not too early to plan this year’s festival.  The Schooner Festival Committee, chaired by Cyrus Bent, and assisted by former chair Daisy Nell, earlier this month held its kick-off meeting for the 42^nd annual festival to include a weekend full of events.  

 

Some two dozen schooners are invited.  Many have already committed to participate.   In addition to Saturday’s Heritage Day and Sunday’s Parade of Sail, the festival will feature the annual schooner races off Easter Point. 

 

It comes as the schooner Adventure celebrates its 100th anniversary.  Adventure was built in 1926 at the James Yard in Essex and is the last American dory trawler and was a “highliner” of the fleet (https://www.schooneradventure.org).

 

She’s birthed at Maritime Gloucester, which is Festival headquarters (https://www.maritimegloucester.org).  Also at Maritime Gloucester are Harold Burnham’s Ardelle and Isabella.  

Burnham, a master shipwright and National Heritage Fellow, comes from generations of Burnham’s whose vessels continue to remind residents and visitors of their importance to “our maritime history, our economy and our culture.”

 

Committee members, including Burnham, Tom and Heath Ellis of the Thomas E. Lannon, and Emily Pearce, executive director of the Adventure, attended the meeting.  Together with other committee members and volunteers they are scoping plans for a series of events — starting April 10 with a committee-hosted fund-raising event at the Gloucester House — culminating Labor Day weekend with activities at multiple locations on the waterfront.  

 

Cyrus Bent said, “schooners are synonymous with Gloucester thanks to the volunteers who have worked for more than 40 years to make the festival a success.”  People interested in volunteering can call Maritime Gloucester at 978-281-0470. 

 

 

Photos Below: Local Schooner Festival regulars (top to bottom): Adventure, Ardelle, Thomas E Lannon, Gen. George Patton’s When & If, Isabella, and the Thomas E Lannon with Adventure.  

Submitted by Carl Gustin

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Caitlin Smith

Pancakes…

Sun, March 15

This month’s fundraising effort is the AMERICAN LEGION POST 3 SCHOLARSHIP FUND!

 

The prize this month is a $250 gift card to Market Basket!

 

Winner will be called on Mar 15 at NOON!ENTER TO WIN!

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Update from George’s on Washington St from Facebook:

Winter home for Captain Obvious.

This copy was sent by Zack Sears from Minglewood

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Free Valentine gift bags, free chocolates, free magnets, donate whatever you feel comfortable with and get a fish hook hat clip 100% of the money collected today for the fish hook hat clips will be donated to the Lily Jean fund

I have made a tradition of going out into the snow and stomping out a Valentine’s Day heart for GMG Jim each year. This year, the extra snowfall made a special playground for the wildlife in our back yard, so I used the paths created to form this year’s heart. It delights me to think the animals helped with this year’s heart. But I had to chuckle when I came across one spot in which poop was left behind. So GMG Jim’s Valentine’s Day heart also includes a very specially deposited greeting from the wildlife. Happy Valentine’s Day to all!

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Our Shop at 44 Main Valentine Week Hours- Thurs-Fri 11-3, Saturday 8:30-12:30 @patdsphotos will have her perfect for Valentine’s Day Cards available for $3 (about a third of the price of a generic soulless Hallmark card).

I’ll be introducing a new product that on Saturday 💯 of the money received for this newly launched product on Saturday will be donated to the F/V Lily Jean fund. I will announce what the product is Friday night.

Pat will be manning the shop Thursday and Friday. I’ll be introducing Saturday morning for those last minute Valentine’s shoppers and to raise money through the sale of this new item on Saturday to go to the F/V Lily Jean Fund. I can tell you that if you don’t have a present yet, the fleece lined Pom and Beanie caps priced at $25 are the perfect easy gift and if you buy 3 you get one free!