Arts Abound

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

 

After several months in the works, Arts Abound is very pleased to announce that we now have an e-commerce site. It is now easier than ever to support local artists and your favorite small business and get your holiday shopping done quickly and easily.

We can ship to you or save you a few dollars and do curbside pickup. There is quite a variety of handcrafted, unique items to choose from. New items will be added periodically so be sure to check back often.

Shop ARTS ABOUND online store

 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US!

This month marks our one-year anniversary of being in business. Without a doubt it has been an interesting year to start a small business! We have loved sharing our art with every customer who comes to the gallery. Arts Abound has also enjoyed meeting so many talented artists and having the opportunity to speak with them about their craft. Family has been very supportive in this new venture, as have friends such as Kathy, our fearless customer service representative, and Donna, our cheerleader/community outreach person. Meeting new customers and seeing old ones continues to be very gratifying. In this current and uncertain economic climate, it is critical to support our small local businesses if you want them to survive. Please remember Arts Abound when you need gifts for friends and family, or for yourself.

MASK MANDATE IN MASSACHUSETTS

Massachusetts’ residents are now required to wear masks in public places, even when able to social distance. Arts Abound has a great selection of masks and we are making fun, new styles for the holidays.

Read mask mandate article

We’ve Got You Covered!

hand sewn, reversible, washable, stylish, cotton

We can make them with pockets for filters, or without. Please indicate which you would like. Numerous masks are available for purchase at Arts Abound, or preorder here.

After donating numerous masks to frontline workers, they are now available for purchase. Quantity discounts available.

See Gloucester Daily Times article

$15 for regular / $17 w filter pocket

To order
1. Email: artsaboundmagnolia@gmail.com

  1. Choose from fabrics below; we also have some solid colors—black, gray, royal blue, bright yellow, dark green, light green, eggplant purple, and cranberry red.
  2. Indicate if you want a small (will fit most young kids), medium (will fit many adult females) or large size (will fit many adult males). If you don’t find what you are looking for email us and we may be able to offer other fabric styles.
  3. Tell us if you want to pick up curbside in Reading, in Magnolia Village of Gloucester, or to have us ship for small extra charge (provide address).
  4. Pay using cash or by check (made out to Susan Wheeler). We now offer Venmo.
  5. Stay safe!

CELEBRATING CREATIVITY WITH LOCAL ARTISTS, PLEASE BUY LOCAL.

Sue Wheeler

Owner, ARTS ABOUND

Please check out our website for hours

ARTSABOUNDMAGNOLIA.COM

Arts Abound

21 C Lexington Avenue

Magnolia Village in Gloucester, MA  01930

603-359-2171

Joan of Arc Statue

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

Joan of Arc

Photo by Adrian Hewitt

“Created by renowned sculptor Anna Hyatt Huntington, the World War I Memorial was presented to the City of Gloucester by the French Government in 1921 and rededicated in 2001 honoring the sons of Gloucester who gave their lives during the Great War. Located at the traffic circle between Washington and Middle Streets, this impressive sculpture features Joan of Arc on horseback.”

Join Sawyer Free Library’s Cook-A-Book Club on Friday at 1pm!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Get your Cooking On! Join the Sawyer Free Library’s Cook-a-Book Book Club tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 6th at 1pm at the top of Summit Ave. (weather permitting) for a fun afternoon of shared recipes and foodie talk! Register on our Calendar at sawyerfreelibrary.org. If it’s inclement weather, we will meet via Zoom, so it’s essential that you Register! 🙂 This month we will be making something from our Thanksgiving table. Join us! (Social distancing and masks required!) #sawyerfreelibrary#sfl#cookabook#foodheals

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Scenes from the Dock

Posted on by Pat D

We spent a little time knocking around the dock yesterday and watched some boats come in, get off-loaded and restocked. Just like a well oiled machine! The Stanley Thomas and Pretty Girl are featured here.

Major Gift Awarded to the Gloucester Education Foundation by Cape Ann Savings Bank

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Bob Gillis, President Cape Ann Savings Bank
Aria McElhenny, Executive Director, Gloucester Education Foundation
Marianne Smith, Senior Vice President/CFO
GPS first grade helpers

November 3, 2020
Cape Ann Savings Bank of Gloucester, MA has awarded $60,000 to the Gloucester Education Foundation (GEF). The donation will support GEF’s endowment fund as well as programs in the Gloucester Public Schools.

Gloucester Education Foundation Executive Director Aria McElhenny commented, “Cape Ann Savings Bank has been a longtime friend and supporter of GEF in many ways. We are deeply grateful for this generous gift and for the Bank’s ongoing partnership. By investing in Gloucester Education Foundation’s infrastructure, Cape Ann Savings is helping to pave the way for innovative and creative programs in Gloucester’s schools for years to come.”

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New banners installed on façade of Cape Ann Museum Green’s James Center

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Works of art represent Museum’s growing collection

Banner rendition; actual banners were hung Nov. 5.

GLOUCESTER, MASS. (Nov. 5, 2020) – The Cape Ann Museum Green campus is now showcasing seven new banners on the exterior wall of the Janet & William Ellery James Center, featuring works from the Museum’s collection after they were installed today.

The installation of banners is an integral part of the Museum’s bold vision behind the creation of the newCape Ann Museum Green (CAM Green).The nearly four-acre campus is also home to the White Ellery House (1710), an adjacent Barn (c. 1740), and the Babson-Alling House (c.1740). In recent weeks, the Museum welcomed visitors to seeCAM Green and view the exhibit produced in collaboration with The Open Door Food Pantry, entitled The Porch-Rait Project.

The 12,000-square foot James Center provides critical state-of-the-art storage for the Museum’s expanding collections as well as community space for…

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I totally failed today in a moment of weakness but I will learn from my mistake and be better for it.

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

So a customer came by the dock today and offered me a beverage. I was working and didn’t really think much of it but after he opened it up for me and looked at me like he would be insulted if I didn’t accept his generous offering I chugged 2/3 of it down. It was ok tasting i guess, obviously sweet.

The problem is when I go to enter it in my Lose It! app I see that it’s 270 calories! 270!

Ugh. The reason it all clicks is that normally I enter my morning coffee or tea and the calorie count is a measly 5 or 0. All I can think of was how stupid it was to use those calories out of my recommended daily calorie consumption for weight loss on a gross sweet beverage instead of a tasty mid morning or mid afternoon snack.

Instead of consuming the 270 gross malt beverage I could have had a super tasty treat that would have satisfied me far more.

So for my friends out there check out this article from Food Network with awesome meals for under 250 calories that I could have had instead of this dumb sugary drink. click teh link to check out the entire article:

10 Snacks Under 250 Calories

Rather than grabbing something from the vending machine, try making one of these healthy snacks from Food Network. They’ll tide you over until the next meal and give you some added nutrients in the process.

Here’s just one of the ten snacks under 250 calories click the link to see the other possibilities that would have been far more satisfying.
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Got the Trail Cam Set Up After Spotting Two Different Foxes In Two Days In The Neighborhood.

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Set-up and first night’s Fox capture!!

Here’s a link to PURCHASE the cam ($69.00)- https://amzn.to/3jYT574

Update, first night after setting it up we have a fox come through at 1:30AM!

Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund: Action Inc., Pathways for Children, & Wellspring House, Inc. are collaborating to make sure that all Cape Ann children are still able to enjoy a magical holiday!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro
Cape Ann Kids

Like much of our lives right now, toy drives and “holiday stores” will need to look different this year. With current restrictions preventing us from opening our doors and welcoming parents in to select gifts as they have in the past, Action Inc., Pathways for Children, & Wellspring House, Inc.  are collaborating to make sure that all Cape Ann children are still able to enjoy a magical holiday!

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

With so many families struggling with lost wages, lack of childcare, and financial instability, we know the need in our community will be greater than ever this year. Donation to the Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund will allow us to provide gift cards for hundreds of families in need. Gift cards will offer families the safest, most flexible option to provide that special gift for their children.

To ensure families have time to shop locally or online, cards will be given out the first week of December. We will be accepting cash donations towards the Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund through December 1st. To make a gift, just click the button below. Please give generously and encourage other caring businesses and individuals to do the same.

Show your love for the kids of Cape Ann and make a donation today!GIVE NOW TO CAPE ANN KIDS!

Apply Now!

*IMPORTANT* – Start the application below by telling us what city or town you live in.

Please fill out the entire form and make sure to provide correct contact information. We will contact you between Nov. 23 and Dec. 1 to schedule your pick-up. Please note: we will only contact you before then if you are NOT eligible for the fund. 

To be eligible, children must live in Gloucester, Rockport, Manchester, Essex, or Ipswich and be 0-18 years of age.  You may only apply once per child/family.

Great restaurant called Bravo by the Sea

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

Went into Bravo by the Sea in Manchester by the Sea. As soon as I walked inside the smell was incredible. Beth was very generous and gave me a pizza to bring home. Cannot wait to eat the pizza for dinner.