Cape Pond Ice Gets New Ice Machine

Posted on by Pat D
We were at Cape Pond Ice Company on Commercial Street picking these adorable onsies for new babies in our lives (shhh…don’t tell them…it’s a surprise…) when the delivery truck arrived from Kentucky carrying a new 10 ton ice machine. So, of course we stuck around to watch. It’s a Vogt machine that will make tubular shaped ice that will be cut up for sales. Scott tells us it’s scheduled to be lifted by crane to the roof and down into the building some time next week. We’ll try to catch that process too! Thanks Scott for letting us stay to watch. As you wisely noted, “there’s always something happening on the docks.”

Update from the City of Gloucester and Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce – Shop, Stroll and Dine – July 18th

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Remember how much fun we have all had at the Block Parties over the years? Well this year we can’t do that so we are trying something different to support our Main Street businesses in a safe way. Pending the approval of the Planning & Development Committee, Main Street will be closed to cars from Pleasant Street to the West End from 5pm-9pm on Saturday, July 18th so that stores and participating restaurants can come out onto the street in what we like to call Shop, Stroll and Dine. It’s a perfect opportunity to come downtown to enjoy one of the most fun and interesting streets on the island and to support our local businesses that are struggling through this pandemic.

There WILL NOT be any music, street performers, outside vendors or other areas for gathering. Face coverings will be recommended and encouraged at all times and required upon entering all establishments. Dinner reservations are strongly recommended at participating restaurants. We are working to create a festive atmosphere while remaining highly cognizant of the need for psychical distancing and careful participation. While we regret that we can’t have a typical Block Party, we know that you understand and will help us create a safe, low-key and fun evening on Main Street.

For updates on what to expect, participating businesses, safety measures, etc., like and follow Gloucester Block Party.

Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Discover Gloucester Innovate Gloucester

Upcoming Art Classes at the RAA&M

Posted on by James Eves

Fun with Pressed Flowers – Young Artists Online with Jacki Harrington

Mondays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
July 20, 27; August 3, 10
Ages 12 – 17

Registration Deadline: July 13
$175 RAA&M Student Members
$195 Non-Members

Let’s have some fun exploring the world of pressed flowers and creating some beautiful items. In this four week class we will learn about pressing a variety of plant material and techniques for preserving them. Each class will also include hands on art projects, such as bookmarks, cards and frameable pieces among others.

Jacki will send you an invite with the Zoom link before the class. Space is limited.

For More Info & To Register: https://www.rockportartassn.org/young-artists-1/fun-with-pressed-flowers-young-artists-online-with-jacki-harrington

Most of the materials will be provided by the instructor, but students will also need some basic supplies: scissors, tweezers, a ruler, computer paper, plain newsprint, ordinary white glue, a glue stick or a tape runner, and either waxed paper or parchment paper to use as a work surface.

Kits with materials needed for the art projects will be available for pick up at RAA&M: Thursday, July 16 through Sunday, July 19 from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. If necessary, the kit can be shipped to you by request. Please email margaret@rockportartassn.org if you need to have the kit shipped.

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Outdoor Painting – with Carole Loiacono

Thursdays, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 30; August 6, 13, 20

Registration Deadline: July 23
$200 RAA&M Members
$225 Non-Members

This plein air painting class focuses on technique, composition and color theory. It is open to all levels from beginners through experienced painters. Each class session begins with a demonstration by Carole and ends with a group critique.

Participants may paint in watercolor, oil, acrylic or any other medium. Most demonstrations will be in watercolor.

Participants must register in advance for the entire series. No drop-ins. Space is limited.

Note: These classes will be held outdoors. To ensure a safe environment, everyone will need to maintain social distancing, wear face masks and meet at the painting location (specific locations tbd). The number of participants will also be limited.

You will be notified each week of the painting location. In the event of inclement weather, an alternate day will be arranged with Carole to paint outdoors.

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Last day for Generous Gardener Garden Tour Tickets and Game of Chance!

Posted on by Cyndi Deal

It’s tomorrow! Please join the annual fundraising effort to beautify Gloucester. Generous Gardeners has been able to continue their work during the pandemic and will appreciate your contributions for the garden spaces all over the city. This year is a virtual tour volunteers’ gardens and all Gloucester spaces cared for by the group. Tickets are a minimum purchase of $5 and there are great donated items in an online game of chance!

Garden Tour Tickets and Booklet https://generousgardeners.org/2020-gloucester-garden-tour/

Game of Chance https://wp.me/Pasnd5-2cS

Cape Ann Whale Watch Back on the Water!

Posted on by Pat D

We took a whale watch tour on the Hurricane II yesterday to experience the whales (of course) as well as to experience the COVID era whale watch. Their tours are currently running at 30% capacity which means about 100 people. All must wear masks unless seated, the crew sanitize high-touch areas every half hour. Six foot distances are marked to assist with keeping your distance while aboard and most passengers seemed to be compliant and aware. Measured boarding and debarking are in place. It was my first experience with a larger sized group so I was a little wary, but I felt safe especially outside in the fresh air while under sail.  Tickets and additional info here.

We saw 5-6 whales, including a mother/calf combo. We thank Capt. Johnny, Jessie, Cole, and Kaitlyn (I am sorry I did not catch all the names) for the great trip during which we felt safe to observe Bayou (tail slapping)  and Spell, who was lunge feeding. We also saw mother humpback Twine and her 2020 calf.  The day out there was a little bit grey but we did get a few good shots.

It’s Official! Three Generations Of Sanfilippo/Iacono’s Have Sold Us Fish and Lobsters @CaptJoeLobster

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Captain Louis Iacono Makes It Three Generations

I’m sure Grandfather Niccola Sanfiloppo (one of the funniest men Gloucester’s waterfront has ever seen) is proud!

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Louis’ mom and dad are he brains behind my favorite local apparel comapny-

http://www.lobstertrapgifts.com

Help Wanted

Posted on by Alicia Unleashed

Our Ophthalmology office has an opening for an organized, reliable medical office assistant.

The successful candidate will be responsible for fulfilling a myriad of administrative duties in the front office, including greeting patients, scheduling, patient communication and insurance verification.

We are a small practice looking for a team player. Since occasionally you may be at the desk, the ability to multitask and prioritize is especially important. It is a common occurrence that phones will be ringing while patients are checking in and out, and the doctor needs your attention.

A successful candidate for this job should be able to execute all while keeping their composure.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
Answering multi-line phones systems and taking appointments or directing calls to appropriate parties.

Greeting patients when they arrive at the office, gathering pertinent demographic information and providing them with necessary paperwork and information prior to their appointment.

Collecting co-pays and other required fees prior to the office visit or treatment
Verifying insurance coverage and obtaining referrals when necessary

Scheduling of appointments and confirming appointments two days in advance

Assisting patient and doctors with re-scheduling appointments and scheduling follow-up appointments and referrals to other offices

And other assigned duties to support the patient care team.

Qualifications:
Demonstrated work history of reliability, good attendance and positive attitude

Detail oriented and thorough

Willingness and ability to learn new technologies such as the practice management system and electronic medical records systems.

Warm and professional telephone manner, good memory and patience

Ability to multitask and follow-up to complete tasks

Ability to be courteous, efficient, effective and patient in a fast paced environment

Willingness to be flexible about work assignments.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Know and maintain HIPAA policies.

 

Company: Cape Ann Eye Specialist

Gloucester

Email your resume to: Capeanneyespecialists@verizon.net or call 978-281-0600 to inquire about days and hours.

****Please no drop ins at this time. Please email or call. Thank you

 

 

 

 

 

Check Out Our Friend Peter Carbone’s Metal Fabricating Company

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

They are doing custom kitchens for the world’s finest restaurants and buildings including Wolfgang Puck’s which I got to see being made at their facility!

Start to finish.  if you can dream it up they can make it a reality!

Carbone Metal Fabricator Inc

Metal fabricator in Chelsea, Massachusetts

Address: 240 Marginal St, Chelsea, MA 02150

Phone: (617) 884-0237

Old School To New School Metal Fabricating!

Bloom and fence #GloucesterMA

Posted on by Catherine

A few scenes of summer yards around Gloucester, Mass.

2020 is a great year for strong hydrangea hues.

 

Al fresco dining: Yella on the Water expands their outdoor dining and hours #GloucesterMA #harborview

Posted on by Catherine

Accepting reservations with extended hours – Wednesday – Monday 11:30AM -10:00PM

Yella on the Water

978.491.5334

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Deer Encounter on Dolliver’s Neck

Posted on by Pat D

This deer and I stopped to watch each other carefully on my walk on Dolliver’s Neck yesterday. He stomped his warning to me once or twice then huffed and snorted his warning to the rest of the deer family as he fled the scene.

Mile Marker Monday

Posted on by Pat D

Lunch at the Mile Marker! Crab dip and chips, fried clam sandwich and a fish sandwich made up our late lunch. It was basically our meal for the day. Oh, and libations: Mile Marker Monday Margarita!