Good Morning Gloucester

Layers….

For those “from away”, maybe you’ll like to see some scenes from Good Harbor Beach and the Back Shore just prior to high tide today Jan 16 2021. Not long after, the sun came out!

Gloucester, Massachusetts – Pathways for Children is pleased to welcome Eric Mitchell as the new President & CEO, effective January 1, 2021. Mr. Mitchell joined Pathways for Children in 2017 as Vice President and  Chief Operations Officer (COO).

Eric Mitchell brings more than 25 years of experience in leadership roles across not-for-profit agencies focusing on at-risk children and families. Prior to Pathways for Children, Mr. Mitchell was the Deputy Field Director at Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD), which serves more than 100,000 low-income people in Boston and the Mystic Valley annually. Mr. Mitchell holds various board appointments, including Roxbury Youthworks.

“I am pleased that the board unanimously selected Eric Mitchell to become President and CEO,” said Thomas Zarrella, Pathways for Children’s Chairman of the Board.  “I have a great deal of respect and appreciation for the work Eric has brought to Pathways already, and am confident in his ability to lead the organization to new heights in the future.”

Pathways for Children’s previous President & CEO, Sue Todd, retired after forty years with the organization, with 34  of those years at the helm. The leadership transition was announced in February of 2020, providing ample time for a smooth transfer of power.

“Our succession and transition plan is the best I’ve ever known of in my forty years with child welfare,” said Sue Todd. “(Eric is) ambitious and eager to learn. He’s ready. I see great things for Pathways in the future.”

Mr. Mitchell holds a Bachelors of Arts in Political Science from Tufts University, and a Master in Public Administration and a Master of Science in Professional Politics from Suffolk University

The early part of the day yesterday was quite pretty, especially on the water. We saw the Coast Guard, Midnight Sun, Marilyn Louise, Cat Eyes, Aaron & Alexa and others.

On the rocks…

The Cape Ann Artisan’s tour continues to be a delightful and thoroughly enjoyable experience. Thanks to all the artisans for their gracious reception.     [2020 Visitor]

The Cape Ann Artisans are pleased to announce the 38^th Annual Spring and Fall Open Studios, plus a special summer Mini-Tour in 2021 based on the response of the community in the summer of 2020.    The Spring Tour is June 5-6, the Fall Tour is October 9-10, and the Mini-Tour, with a smaller group of the artisans, is planned for one day only, Saturday, August 14^th.   

For locals and visitors alike, the diversity of the artisans’ work combined with the unique setting of the studios creates a memorable day or weekend outing around Cape Ann.  The group changes slightly from year to year due to artists who choose to take a leave or new members who are juried in. In 2021, the Artisans welcome new artisan Sallie Strand, an abstract painter located on historic Rocky Neck.   In 2020, Chloe Leigh, a fine jeweler, located in downtown Gloucester also joined the group, but this will be her first year participating.

The tour is “self-guided” with 14 individual stops to visit with 15 artisans.   The full group is listed below along with their medium:

1. David Archibald – Ceramic Arts – Porcelain & Stoneware
2. Cynthia Curtis – Ceramic Arts – Stoneware
3. Rob Diebboll – Painting – Oil & Watercolors
4. Jacqueline Ganim DeFalco – Sea Glass Jeweler
5. Deb Gonet – Painting – Mixed Media
6. Linda Hogan – Quilter
7. Chloe Leigh – Fine Jeweler
8. Sinikka Nogelo – Painting & Sculpture– Experimental Arts
9. Scott Place and Erin O’Sullivan – Ceramic Arts
10. Marcie Rae – Fine Jeweler
11. Deb Schradieck – Painting–Oil & Watercolor
12. Sallie Strand – Painting- Abstract
13. Pam Stratton – Mosaics
14. Sara Wright – Fiber Arts- Handwoven & Knit Accessories

As the tourist season unfolds, the 2021 Brochure will become available at all the major tourism outlets including the Cape Ann Chamber and North of Boston CVB locations.  The Artisans will also continue their partnership with Discover Gloucester.   One significant change is that the tour locations will be noted on the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Visitor printed map and will be downloadable from Cape Ann Artisans website, but will not be printed inside the Artisan brochure as in years past.   

The Cape Ann Artisans welcome the support of the community and the opportunity to be a partner and be listed on both the printed and online  promotional material is available until February 1.   Annually, the Artisans print and distribute over 10,000 brochures which are distributed throughout the region.   The Artisans connect with thousands of visitors and act as ambassadors to all things local – especially lodging, restaurants, and services.  If you would like to secure a partnership, please contact Pam Stratton directly at this email: pamstratton63@gmail.com.

The 2020 Feedback survey gave the Cape Ann Artisans high marks in terms of Covid safety and we will continue to ask visitors to comply with State of Massachusetts regulations:  wearing of  facial coverings, practice of social distancing, and use of  hand sanitizer which will be available at each studio.

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What:  The 38^th Annual Cape Ann Artisans Open Studios

Where: Gloucester and Rockport, MA.

When:   Spring Tour: Sat & Sun, June 5-6 and October 9-10^th  10AM-5PM Daily

Special Event: Mini-Tour* – Sat August 14^th  Mini-Tour Artists to be announced in the Spring.

Contact: info@capeannartisans.com or leave a message with Cynthia Curtis 978-546-6186