Good Morning Gloucester

This boat has no relation to our family business Captain Joe and Sons Lobster Company

The Cape Ann Artisans sorely missed the opportunity to open up their studios in the Spring so they are introducing a new twist for the summer months.  Instead of a full weekend tour, a sub-set of the full group will open their studios for one Saturday in July and one in August.

The participating artists include David Archibald, Cynthia Curtis, and Erin O’Sullivan & Scott Place (Twin Lights Studios) representing the ceramic arts.   They are joined by painter Jillian Demeri, sea glass jeweler Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco, glass artist Beth Williams, and Pamela Stratton Mosaics.   The group has self-selected based on their ability to use outdoor spaces and welcome visitors safely.

The Cape Ann Artisans have been discussing all possible ways to welcome our friends, family, neighbors, and visitors safely after a long winter of making new artwork.  We are thrilled to now be creative in the use of our combined indoor and outdoor spaces to make visitors feel comfortable and to enjoy the exquisite gardens and views of Cape Ann.  Cynthia Curtis will open up an entire end of her gallery to the outside thanks to a newly installed garage door.  Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco will expand into her lower barn space and set up tables to sit outside and enjoy the garden. David Archibald’s luscious garden will be in full bloom.

Visitors can easily group the tour into geographic proximity by visiting the Gloucester artists and Rockport artists in sequence by neighborhood from East Gloucester, to downtown, to Riverdale, Lanesville, and Rockport (or reverse) according to the digital postcard which will be circulated online or can be downloaded from CapeAnnArtisans.com

Artists are all taking appointment by phone, email, and Square appointments for visitors that would like to reserve a specific time.  Appointments will be given first priority if the studio is at Covid-compliant capacity.  Look for our pink flags to way find to the open studios!

All the  Cape Ann Artisans welcome appointments throughout season and hope to hear directly from visitors.

All Artisans will be asking for visitors to be Covid-Compliant, wearing facial coverings, using hand-sanitizer, and practicing social distancing.

Here’s a re-cap:

What:  The Cape Ann Artisans Summer Mini-Tours

Where: Gloucester and Rockport, MA.

When:   Saturday July 18^th and Saturday, August 15^th 10-5.

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

Duckworth’s Bistrot has recently announced on its Facebook page that the difficult decision was reached NOT to open this summer. Their intimate atmosphere (which is what many of us LOVE about Duckworth’s) makes it impossible to safely social distance for safety. Neither is there appropriate outdoor space available. We will miss Duckworth’s but are in total support of their decision.

In the meantime, perhaps you’d still consider gift certificates for future meals at the bistro.All restaurants and most small businesses are struggling through the pandemic and gift certificate purchases show support. Give it some thought.

Image borrowed from Duckworth’s Facebook page.

Niles Beach has been looking pretty forlorn much of this week. Quite beautiful regardless.

I had a craving that a pepperoni “slice” from SurfSide was able to satisfy. As I have mentioned previously, it’s my favorite since it’s the closest thing to the pizza I had as a kid growing up in western New York on the shores of Lake Erie. It did not disappoint yesterday, taking me all the way back to those good ole days. Looks like there’s a new mural going up over there!

Like their page on Facebook too! https://www.facebook.com/Cape-Ann-Sea-Salt-Co-100173991712597

Don’t let weather ruin your plans! 

All Serenitee Group restaurants are open for indoor dining, along with outdoor dining (weather permitting), takeout & delivery.

As a restaurant group, our goal to create a safe, fun environment for our guests to relax and enjoy themselves. 

• Upon arrival, all of our employees undergo a health screening, this includes having their temperature taken & oxygen levels read through a pulse oximeter.

• All tables and chairs are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized between each seating. Additionally, the entire restaurant is undergoing frequent and routine cleaning and sanitizing with EPA sanitizers.

• All tables are positioned to maintain at least a six foot distance from all other tables and any high foot traffic areas.

• All employees are required to wear face masks or coverings. Guests are also required to wear face mask or covering at all times unless you are seated at your table; this includes moving about the outdoor and indoor dining spaces, using the restrooms, or checking in with the host. 

Thank you for your support and understanding as we work together to ensure the safety and health of our staff and guests. To read our entire list of safety protocols and procedures click here.   

Opus. The Spot Georgetown. Hale Street Tavern. Maggie’s Farm. Minglewood Harborside. The Spot Winchester. 15

It’s not very unusual for us to see deer here in the neighborhood, but it is very unusual to find TWO of them resting out in the open meadow not far from the roadside. I think perhaps the turkeys were the sentries while these two took a bit of a mid morning break on Hesperus Ave.