never ever going on a kayak again

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Both women escaped unharmed

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Re-Discover Magnolia with Special Fall Discounts

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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In collaboration with the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, the businesses on Lexington Ave in Magnolia have come together to provide visitors and residents with special Fall savings. Magnolia offers wonderful places to eat, shop, in addition to health and wellness services. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Fall in Magnolia, it is a must see destination!

#shoplocal #capeann #meetmeinmagnolia

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Walking tours offer socially-distanced experience to understand ties to artists like Winslow Homer, Edward Hopper, and Fitz Henry Lane

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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(left) The Fitz Henry Lane Gallery at the Cape Ann Museum, Gloucester, MA, 2020; (right) The Lane House as it looked in the mid-1960s after Urban Renewal cleared surrounding buildings. Cape Ann Museum Library & Archives.

GLOUCESTER, MASS. (November 2020) – During the month of November, the Cape Ann Museum is offering more walking tours throughout the city to educate participants about the region’s significant influence on many important artists from Edward Hopper and Fitz Henry Lane to Winslow Homer.

In the time of the global pandemic, the 1 ½-hour outdoor walking tours on Saturdays and Sundays are a safe and easy way to learn more about the influence of Cape Ann’s storied light, natural beauty and maritime history that has inspired many of America’s most renowned artists. Tour guides point out the notable sites that these artists rendered in some of the world’s most famous paintings and beloved works…

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Another Wonderful Dinner at Oliver’s Harbor

Posted on by Pat D

We recently returned to Oliver’s Harbor on Main Street in Gloucester and quickly realized how much we had missed them! We prefer to eat in the bar area to people watch and check out the sports on TV. It’s a great bar area at Oliver’s with varied seating (all distanced and sanitized appropriately). The bread and oil were outstanding—-the oil was LOADED with garlic cloves and olives. Just right. I chose one of the specials: chicken broccoli alfredo and was not disappointed. The alfredo was light, the chicken and broccoli were plentiful. Jim went with the baked haddock — nothing remained to take home! Melanie was our cheerful and efficient server. As with other restaurants we have been to since reopening, we felt safely distanced and secure in the obvious sanitation efforts the staff is putting forth.

Over the summer, we met some nice people on a Lannon sail (hello photographer Judith!) and recommended Oliver’s Harbor to them. They were unable to get in that day, but I hope they will return one day and give it a try!

Ocean Beauty: Gloucester Sea-Life Viewed from Under Water Video From Eric Swanson

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

30 minute underwater video of Gloucester sea-life: Dolphin, Stripers, Menhaden, Mackerel, Mako Shark, Basking Shark, Halibut, Summer Flounder, Winter Flounder, Sea Robin, Red Fish, Dog Fish, Skates, Silver Hake, Red Hake, Herring, Pollock, Haddock, Cod, Cunner, Squid, American Eel, Sand Eels, Ocean Sunfish, Silversides, Starfish, Giant Poisonous Jellyfish, Seals, Lobster, Spider Crab, Horseshoe Crab, Sand Dollars, Sea Urchins, Sea Scallops, Quahogs, Mussels, Surf Clams, Whelks, Moon Snails, Sea Anemone, Coral, Sponges, and more.

Arts Abound

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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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