The 2024 Bluefin Blowout check presentation to the Alzheimer’s Association was held last night at the Beauport Hotel. I only took one photo as I was hoping Nichole could make it in time as this is definitely her area! With the schooners gracing the background, a groundswell effort was made in the room to raise enough to bring the final tally to $500,000!!! AND IT WAS SUCCESSFUL thanks to generous donations from the amazing group in attendance. So I believe this brings the total amount over the years to $2.2 MILLION!!! From our community. With your support. Thank you everyone. It’s not too late (or too early) if you want to make your own donation through Bluefin Blowout or directly to the Alzheimer’s Association. THANK YOU ALL. (**Nichole is so much better at this**)
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We arrived on the dock for the Tuesday Schooner Challenge and were greeted by some recent acquaintances who took our advice to sail the Ardelle if they ever got the chance! We didn’t get to speak with them at the end since we were on separate vessels, but I hope Norma-Jean and her husband had a good time.
As you know, we have made an effort to participate in as many of these as we could over the summer and we figured this was the last regular Tuesday one, so off we went. The Ardelle passengers seemed to be mostly local folks along with a few visitors which was very nice to see. AJ, Elizabeth, Aaron and Harold did another great job getting us around the harbor with Lewis H. Story and Isabella. I hope this event continues next season. Great job by each of the interns all summer!
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Since I am going to miss the 40th annual Schooner Fest this weekend, I have been trying to “absorb” schooner experiences any way that I can. Last week we took a lovely sail with the Thomas E. Lannon and were entertained by Chris + Joe. Several friends also came along on this practically perfect sunset sail. If you haven’t gone on a schooner sail recently, this is the weekend to do it! Highly recommended any time but especially during Schooner Fest. Check Maritime Gloucester for details. Thank you Heath for another amazing experience on the Lannon! **You may notice these photos resemble a recent post from Nichole, who also documented the event in her special amazing way** Thanks for the inspiration Nichole.
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Join the Sawyer Free Library for an evening of art, music, and community in support of the 2025 Sawyer Free Library on Thursday, September 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. It is free and open to all!
Set against the picturesque backdrop of the North Shore Arts Association, the 2025 Sawyer Free Library Art Auctionwill showcase an impressive selection of works from both emerging local talents and established artists including Jeff Weaver, John Terelak, Robert Gruppé, Coco Berkman, and many more. Participating artists generously contribute half or all of the proceeds from their auctioned pieces to the building project to restore, expand, and modernize Gloucester’s historic library.
Walt Kolenda of Cape Ann Auctionwill lead the live auction, which kicks off at 7:15 pm. Don’t miss out on the silent auction, closing at 7:00 pm. Enjoy refreshments and light bites while live music sets the perfect ambiance for a night of creativity and philanthropy.
Come, contribute, and be a part of something truly special! This is more than just an art auction—it’s a unique chance to support this beloved vital community institution poised to make a lasting, transformative impact on downtown Gloucester for generations to come. All proceeds from the auction benefit the Sawyer Free Library 2025 Capital Campaign. RSVP HERE.
ARTISTS interested in submitting their work for consideration for the juried auction, click HERE for details.This is a great opportunity for artists to exhibit and sell their work to new audiences and support their community!
RSVP HERE for this special evening. It is open to all to attend.
For those interested in learning more about or how to invest in the Library project, visit 2025 Sawyer Free Library
RSVP HEREto 2025 Sawyer Free Library Benefit Art Auction and Reception
Tickets are going fast for a chance to cheer on the “Captains Courageous” as they compete in pursuit of the coveted Esperanto Cup and the prized class trophies. This is a rare chance to be at the helm of history! Ticket information here
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North Shore Arts Association, 11 Pirate’s Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930 August 24 – September 12, 2024 Open and free to the public
The North Shore Arts Association is delighted to exhibit artworks by Associate Members in the Summer Show on view from August 24 – September 12, 2024. The show is abundant with talent and a variety of styles, bringing the gallery to life with over one hundred works of art. Award winning artworks are displayed throughout honoring local artists on Cape Ann. The opening reception is Saturday, August 31 (1 – 3 PM). All are welcome!
North Shore Arts Association is located at 11 Pirate’s Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930. For more information about events please call (978) 283-1857 or email arts@nsarts.org. Visiting hours are Monday – Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM, Sundays 12 – 4 PM.
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On Saturday, August 24th, a Gloucester child was diagnosed with a serious infectious illness caused by Neisseria Meningitidis. The patient is being treated and is recovering.The bacteria that causes this illness can spread between persons of all ages if they are in close contact that involves an exchange of saliva (spit). This can happen through activities such as:
○ Coughing or sneezing,
○ kissing,
○ sharing cigarettes or lipstick,
○ sharing food or sharing eating or drinking utensils such as cups or water bottles,
○ sharing closed space (i.e., car or dorm room)
Working in collaboration with epidemiologists from the MA Department of Public Health and the child’s family, the Gloucester Health Department has notified all known facilities where the individual might have exposed others. These organizations have performed exposure tracing and directly contacted those exposed with guidance to contact their health care provider for preventative treatment which includes a short course of antibiotics to eliminate the germ. If you have not been notified, your child has not been exposed. Those in contact with individuals who have been exposed are not at risk.
Parents of exposed children and adults exposed to the infected child are advised to keep a close eye on their and their child’s health for the next three weeks and to contact their health care provider immediately if they experience the following symptoms.
○ sudden high fever,
○ a skin rash with fine red “freckles” or purple splotches that don’t go away when you push on them
○ mental confusion
○ headache, stiff neck
○ vomiting
Meningitis can be prevented through routine vaccinations. The Health Department, Gloucester Family Health Clinic, Pathways for Children, the Open Door and other community organizations are collaborating to offer free routine vaccinations for school age children tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug. 28, from 4 – 7 p.m. at Pathways for Children, 28 Emerson Ave., Gloucester. The Meningococcal vaccination will be offered as part of this clinic.
All children ages 11 through 12 years should receive a meningococcal vaccine followed by a booster dose at age 16 years. Vaccination is also recommended for all adolescents ages 13 through 18 years who did not receive a dose at age 11-12 years. Adults can benefit from this vaccination if they are immunocompromised or plan to travel to foreign countries. Click here for a video with Gloucester Pediatrician Jeffrey Stockman on the importance of meningococcal vaccination. Interview with Dr. Stockman
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Good Morning Gloucester 