Pink specs in Magnolia Harbor

After a rainy day, still took a walk on Shore Road and was surprised by a little sun peeking through

Reno in progress- 382 Main Street getting some love #GloucesterMA

382 Main Street (formerly Gloucester Nails; Domino’s still). Do you remember what was here before its last reno?

2016

unfortunate roofline afforded some hint to an impressive granite outcropping…

Nov 2020

but wowza when it’s a single story! Curious to see the new streetscape

@FishermenGHS: Great graphic providing an overview of timeline & process that need to occur for decisions on winter athletics. Please remain patient as we await details

Small Business Grants Deadline Extended


Small Business Grants Deadline Extended
News from the office of Rep. Ann-Margaret Ferrante
Dear Joey,

I wanted to give you a quick update today to let you know that the deadline to apply for a Small Business Grant has been extended. The new deadline to apply is November 17, 2020 at 11:59 PM. If you are a local small business owner, please consider taking advantage of this grant opportunity in order to help your business and employees.

Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC) is administering the Small Business Grants program, with $50.8 million available. Grant awards range between $25,000 and $75,000. Eligibility criteria and applications are available here.
 
As part of this grant program, preference is given to small businesses whose owners are women, minorities, veterans, members of other underrepresented groups, or focused on serving the Gateway Cities of Massachusetts, who have been unable to open and those most adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Preference is also given to applicants that have not been able to receive aid from other federal programs, including PPP and other relief related to COVID-19.
 
The program has two distinct funding “doors” based on business size, with different eligibility criteria, which is available online. Applicants must review the information to determine which program to apply for.

After the application period closes on November 17, MGCC will begin to review all applications. MGCC will award and disburse grants based upon eligibility criteria and preference prioritization. For inquiries on applications, please contact MGCC directly. You can email them at one of the email addresses below, depending on which grant you applied for:info@massgcc.com with the subject line “Small Business Grants for 50 or Fewer Employees”support@massgcc.com with the subject line “Small Business Grants for 5 or Fewer Employees”Even if you are not a small business owner, or you are not planning on applying for a grant, please share this information with others that may be able to take advantage of this grant opportunity.

Current Real Estate data …

Kenny MacCarthy's avatarCape Ann Home

… through October, including year-over-year statistics and current home availability in Gloucester and Rockport.
Page1
We hope this helps.
Bob, Sue and Jeff McDermott • Kenny MacCarthy • Gibson Sotheby’s International

View original post

5 Ways to Get Your Home Holiday Ready

grandbanksbp's avatarCape Ann Home

HOME / BLOG PREVIOUS  / NEXT 

https://www.grandbanksbp.com/

Throughout most of the year, our homes are a private space. A place shared by our immediate family, with guests every once in a while. Maybe you are one of those people who keep everything super organized except for the bedroom. Or maybe you are one of those people whose lives thrive on organized chaos, except in the kitchen. Everyone has their own home habits,but all of thatchanges when the holidays come around.The holidays have a way of putting your home on display for all to see. So why not take advantage of it? You’re going to be decorating anyway.

home holiday improvements

1. Finish the projects you started, or never started

We all have those projects, it’s nothing to be ashamed of. These are the projects our friends and family ask about in jest. To test us, to try our patience. Why not give them…

View original post 343 more words

November on Niles Beach

Niles Beach showed off some November color on a recent foggy day. And again a few days later w hen a brave soul took a swim adding some color to a dreary day at Niles. Every time we go by, there are people taking respite watching the shoreline and horizon.

Alicia Unleashed -The Return of the Mo’ bros

Episode 102!

Listener Discretion is advised for this one. We said it in our opener but we must repeat, the Cast of Alicia Unleashed and our Guests are NOT medical/psychological professionals.

 

IT’S OUR ANNUAL VISIT WITH THE MO’BROS, Ben Cannon, Geoff Turke and Tom Leard!

 

We catch up with the guys and talk about what has happened in the last year since we left Tom’s dining room table! 3 Weddings, Baptisms, New Jobs, 18 month olds, 17 month olds and of course we talk about Zooming!

Just like the past 2 years sitting down with the ‘Bros, we discuss Men’s Health and the Movember Movement. This year being the year it is, the ‘Bros and the Movember Movement have focused more on Awareness and Mental Health Awareness and we get iiiiiiiiiiiin to it!

We discuss what it is like to be part of a movement that is about Awareness of Prostate & Testicular Cancers and Male Depression as it is raising funds for programs to assist with awareness in a PANDEMIC! (unsure if you guys knew we were in one).

In true Alicia Unleashed fashion, WE TALK ABOUT BALLS (and self exploration…probably the best moment in 102 episodes)!

If there is anything you do this week, give it a listen or give the website a look (or give this episode a like or a share).

Here are some resources that were discussed in this episode. If you or someone you know are struggling, please reach out to one of these numbers or sites. There is no shame in asking for help, these guys will attest to this. Also give these guys a dollar or two (if you can).

RESOURCES:
https://us.movember.com/
https://www.benefits.gov/
http://helpwhenyouneedit.org/

Text HOME to 741741 to connect to a Crisis Counselor
Call 800-273-TALK -National Suicide Prevetion Lifeline
Call 800-799-SAFE-National Domestic Violence Hotline

Arts Abound new on-line store

Please check out new on line store

https://arts-abound-online-store.square.site

 

Arts Abound
• local art
• handcrafted gifts
• custom orders

Location and Hours

Get directions

Monday 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday Closed

Stay in the Loop

Get the latest when you sign up for our newsletter.

Pauline’s Gift

Went over to Pauline’s Gift yesterday.  Her shop looks so pretty and decorated.  Here is an example of some of the treasures and gifts at Pauline’s Gifts, 512 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA  01930.

Scenes from the Wall on Dolliver’s Neck

Sometimes I like to walk down to the wall on Old House Cove near the old Coast Guard station and sit awhile. The gentle waves, the lighthouse, boats and birds are very soothing sights. Here are some sights I saw during a recent walk that brought a smile to my face. Thought you might need them today too.