Grand Old Opry

Posted on by Nichole S.

I just spent a long weekend down in Nashville with seven friends. I’m so happy that we were able to fit in a trip to the Grand Old Opry. I happen to be a fan of country music, but even if you’re not, I think it is something that everyone would enjoy. The history, the stories, the tradition….it is pretty special. And, if you can watch the video that showcases some of the Opry’s members being surprised with the news of becoming a member and not get teary, we can’t be friends. Warm fuzzies for sure.

Here’s a short video that talks a bit about the tour:

River Cruise Around Essex Bay

Posted on by Pat D

I stumbled on the opportunity offered by The Trustees to cruise around Essex Bay in a pontoon boat at dusk and it sounded so intriguing that I signed right up! It is advertised as a sunset cruise, but the trip ends just a tad before that. Regardless, the trip is taken in the soft, beautiful light of late afternoon and I would high recommend it. Capt. Ted led the tour with a great deal of interesting tidbits about the wildlife and history of the immediate area, especially Choate Island (where the Daniel Day-Lewis version of “The Crucible” was filmed some years ago). you are instructed to meet in the parking lot for Crane Beach and then are shuttled across the road to the dock. There were 10 passenger, the captain and his mate which filled the pontoon to capacity. If you are interested, you should be aware that there is only one trip remaining this season for Oct 27. It was a lovely little ride and respite on a gorgeous fall afternoon so even if you can’t make it this season, let’s hope these trips are available next year as well.

How to Thrift Your Halloween Costume for an Unforgettable Look

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Second Glance’s Jackie Colussi Shares Tips and Tricks for Creating a Costume from Scratch

With pumpkins on doorsteps, falling leaves and a crisp breeze in the air, the time has come to start planning your annual Halloween costume.

For Jackie Colussi, shift leader at Second Glance, the thrift store of The Open Door, thrifting for Halloween costumes is a beloved tradition she maintained with her daughters as they grew up and enjoys to this day. She previously owned a business selling vintage items, and has a love of fashion that fuels, in part, her love of crafting an entirely unique costume.

“We always enjoyed thrift shopping anyway. When it was Halloween time, we took it as a personal challenge,” Colussi said. “We always wanted to come up with something unique and different, and something we created ourselves. It took time and imagination, and we had fun doing it.”

She says…

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A Stacy Boulevard Saturday — pat morss

Posted on by patmorss

A beautiful Saturday afternoon down at the harbor on Stacy Boulevard. I thought the spring tulips were pretty impressive, but the dahlias and their daylily cousins are amazing. Congratulations to the volunteer ‘Generous Gardeners.’

GloucesterCast 527 Clip “I Heart Hot Mom’s” Discussion and Link To This week’s Full Episode

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

To Listen To The Entire Podcast View Here–

Link To GloucesterCast 527

UMass Lowell collegians & Gloucester fishermen boys varsity soccer alumi watch the dracut game – 3 home games this week wed., thurs.(seniors night), sat. at ghs new balance newell stadium- come on down!! ⚽⚽

Posted on by Catherine

GHS Gloucester Fishermen boys varsity soccer are 8-2-1 bound for Swampscott (away) today, looking to cinch playoffs. Boys & girls sports team alternate home vs. away. Tonight Gloucester Fishermen girls varsity soccer home game is their “Senior Night” 6pm at GHS New Balance-Newell stadium.

Senior Night, honoring the senior players, is not always last home game. Check the full calendar below!

photo caption: (L-R) Felix, Richard, Kyle (Enz not pictured) | GHS Gloucester Fishermen boys varsity soccer alumi watch game vs. Dracut October, 2021. Gloucester won –shut out 8:0 – courtesy photo Paul Vitale

photo caption: (L-R) Felix, Richard, Kyle (Enz not pictured) | GHS Gloucester Fishermen boys varsity soccer alumi watch game vs. Dracut October, 2021. Gloucester won –shut out 8:0 – courtesy photo Paul Vitale

GHS FISHERMEN ATHLETICS SPORTS SCHEDULE all teams-

https://www.northeasternma.org/public/genie/595/school/5/

Boys soccer schedule-

Monday, Oct 18, 2021 Game 4:30PM Away vs. Swampscott Blocksidge Field

Wednesday, Oct 20, 2021 Game 4:30PM Winthrop High School Gloucester High School

Thursday, Oct 21, 2021 SENIOR NIGHT Game 6:00PM Salem Gloucester High School

Saturday, Oct 23, 2021 Game 10:00AM Wayland Gloucester High School

Monday, Oct 25, 2021 Game 4:00PM Marblehead Gloucester High School

Thursday, Oct 28, 2021 Game 6:00PM Beverly High School Gloucester High School

Saturday, Oct 30, 2021 Game 3:00PM Away vs. Danvers Danvers High School

GHS Fishermen Athletics website –all sports – https://gloucesterhighschoolma.rschoolteams.com/

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GHS sports calendar- today’s listing, Monday, October 18, 2021

9:00amGolf: Varsity State Tournamentvs. TBA  @  Renaissance Golf Club
Division 3 North Tournament
4:00pmField Hockey: MS Gamevs. Beverly High School  @  O’Maley Middle School Nate Ross Field
4:30pmSoccer: Girls JV Gamevs. Swampscott  @  Gloucester High School Newell Stadium
4:30pmSoccer: Boys Varsity Game
vs. Swampscott  @  Blocksidge Field
4:30pmSoccer: Boys JV Game
vs. Swampscott  @  Blocksidge Field
6:00pmField Hockey: Varsity Game
vs. Central Catholic  @  Central Catholic High School
Non-League
6:00pmSoccer: Girls Varsity Gamevs. Swampscott  @  Gloucester High School Newell Stadium
Senior Night

Barns Along the Byway in Manchester

Posted on by Pat D

Our drives along the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway usually take us north toward Rowley, but this time we decided to go in the opposite direction toward Beverly in search of barns along the byway. And we found this MAGNIFICENT example in Manchester. If barns were royalty, I think this might be a monarch. Very majestic while functional. It is lovely to look at.

BOO! HALLOWEEN FUN for KIDS at the SAWYER FREE LIBRARY on October 28th

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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The Sawyer Free Library will be hosting an afternoon of Halloween crafts for kids on Thursday, October 28 starting at 3pm.

Materials can be bagged up if not finished, and more crafty fun can be had at home.

Register your child HERE for a spot at one of the two seatings: 3:00-3:30pm or 3:45-4:15pm. For more details, go to sawyerfreelibrary.org. 

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GMG Bloody Mary Contest Rules! ENTER BY 10/22/21

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

RULES:

  • Submit photo of your Bloody Mary with you holding it.
  • Email photo to goodmorninggloucester@yahoo.com by 10/22/21 9AM
  • All photo entries will be posted for online voting phase which will run through 10/30/21 8:30AM.
  • Top three vote getters go to live judging round at GloucesterCast taping 10/31/21
  • Top three bring a gallon of their Bloody Marys for live judging.
  • Winner gets choice of $550 value teeth whitening from Paul Gamber DMD or framed print from Joey Ciaramitaro $150 value Second place gets the other prize.

Contestant #1 Kristie at Manchester American Legion…

Contestant #2- Bex Borden

Third contestant-Zorba Kinigstein from George’s Restaurant and Bar

Free Streaming Nia, Restorative Yoga and Moving to Heal Classes via Zoom with Linda for the Week of October 18th

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Nia Routine: Trio: The music of Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt

Finally (PHEW!) It is done. I hope it’s worth the wait 🙂

We explore the nine arms of movement in Nia with this routine: Yoga, Tai Chi, Taekwando, Aikido, Jazz, Modern, Interpretive Dance, Alexander Technique and Feldenkrais Movement. Son’t know what some of these movement forms are? Well you will have to come to class to find out!

Here’s a preview of a few of my favorites for you to listen to to get in the mood.

You Don’t Knock, Mr. Sandman and Farther Along

Moving to Heal

Moving to Heal Nia is a slower, less intensive class with less standing and more done in the chair. Great for people with injuries or conditions that make it hard to participate in a classic Nia class. Also good for people getting back into exercise. For more info…

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These Lobster Cakes From Yankee Trader Seafood At Stop and Shop For $2.99 Are actuall Good

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

When we got them I had very low expectations. I am after all a lobster snob. But I gotta tell you I cooked them offset the coals on my Weber kettle at the dock and they tasted great. $2.99 for a package of two is an absolute steal.

I should have taken a picture but we scarfed them down before I thought to capture it 🙂