SAVE THE DATE! Piping Plover Ecology, Management, and Conservation

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Sponsored by the City of Gloucester Animal Advisory Committee

Nine Piping Plover Fledglings, Coffins Beach, Gloucester

On Saturday March 30, 2019 Dr. Katharine Parsons, Director, Coastal Waterbird Program for Mass Audubon will be giving a presentation on Piping Plovers. The talk will be held at the Library, downstairs in the Friend room.

Dr. Katharine Parsons received her Bachelor’s degree from Smith College and Ph.D. in Ecology from Rutgers University. She has 35 years of experience in coastal waterbird research, management and policy in the northeast. Since 2011, Dr. Parsons has directed Mass Audubon’s Coastal Waterbird Program which works with coastal communities throughout Massachusetts to protect rare birds and their habitats. In addition, she has taught courses in coastal ecology and natural systems at Harvard’s Graduate School of Design since 2008. Her presentation at the Gloucester Public Library will cover Piping Plover ecology, management and conservation.

Gloucester’s Coffins Beach fledglings

Magnolia Library Blood Drive

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

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Magnolia Library and Community Center is hosting a blood drive with Red Cross on Friday, February 15 from 2-7pm. Since many blood drives nationwide have been cancelled recently due to extreme weather, donations & support are critical. To limit your wait in line, RSVP an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org/donate

 

1 Lexington Avenue

Magnolia, Gloucester, MA  01930

978-525-3343

Tong Ren Healing Circle ~

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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🎼 Monday, Monday, so good to me
Monday Mornin’, it was all I hoped it would be
Oh Monday mornin’, Monday mornin’ couldn’t guarantee…that Monday evenin’ you could still be HERE with us (just a play on the Mamas & Papas song)

But it’s true – tonight at 7pm join our Tong Ren healing circle ✨

When:  Tonight, Monday, February 11

Where:  Ayurveda Wellness Healing, 25C Lexington Ave, 2nd Floor, Magnolia, MA

Donation of $10 suggested.

We promise we won’t sing 😊

For further details check out our Facebook page, website or email us.

info@ayurvedawellnesshealing.com

http://www.ayurvedawellnesshealing.com

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Backyard Boat Show

Posted on by Pat D

I loved Donna’s pictures of the New England Boat show recently, but I have to add that we have our very own boat show right here most days! These were all taken recently on the same day and I had to take note of the variety of ways to be out on our harbor waters.

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PAT MORS SHARES PHOTOS OF RAZORBILLS AND KITTIWAKES FROM THEIR NORWEGIAN BREEDING GOUNDS

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Pat Morss writes,

In response to Mike’s sighting of Razorbills at the Dog Breakwater – exciting, Anne-Lise and I and family were in Norway last June to celebrate my mother-in-law’s 100th birthday and our 50th wedding anniversary.  We took a side trip north of the Arctic Circle to the Lofoten Islands.  On the island of Ross, we took a zodiak trip out to the “bird mountain” rookeries including Razorbills and Black-legged Kitttiwakes.

Best, Pat

Thanks so very much to Pat Morss for sharing the baby Harp Seal photos and story, and now the Razorbill photos. I think it wonderful for us to see the connection between these beautiful creatures visiting the shores of Cape Ann and their Arctic breeding grounds.

RECENT SIGHTINGS OF HECTOR, CAPE ANN’S VISITING BLACK VULTURE!

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Over the weekend, many new of sightings of Hector, Gloucester and Rockport’s visiting Black Vulture, were reported. He was seen at residences all along East Main Street, back at the Rockport dump, and even in Rockport Harbor! Many thanks to reader Lauren T for sharing her photo.

Black Vulture “Hector” at Rockport Harbor

Save the Date March 27

Posted on by Pat D

Adventure man has just announced his expected completion of his run around the perimeter of the US to raise money for sick children: March 27 he is expected to arrived in Gloucester! Save the date. Donate if you can. Follow Adventureman I. Facebook and Twitter.

Try the hot chocolate and homemade marshmallows at Blume in Rockport Massachusetts!

Posted on by Catherine

Step through the cheery pink door of Blume Coffee (“Flour Shop”) aside Mayflour Cakes & Confections at Whistlestop mall in Rockport Friday through Sunday for specialty coffees, teas, and hot chocolate (with to die for marshmallows), and not to miss Mayflour Confections daily bake treats.

homemade marshmellows_Flour shop _2018 april 21_Whistlestop Mall Rockport Mass © catherine ryan

 

 

 

 

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Cape Ann has so many great scone options with its stellar bakeries–there could be a scone trail!

Valentine Day At Feather and Wedge!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Have you made your dinner reservation yet for Valentine’s Day? Feather & Wedge is serving up a special menu for the occasion. Don’t miss out. Make your reservation today and make your sweetheart’s evening one to remember. Call 978.999.5917.

Thursday, February 14, 2019

Feather & Wedge, 5 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966

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Pet of the Week – Arrow

Posted on by Alicia Pensarosa
Arrow
My name is Arrow, I am a sweet 6 month old Shepherd Mix looking for a family of my own. I came up to Cape Ann Animal aid through Road Trip Home Animal Rescue. I was picked up by animal control and brought to the shelter and never claimed. Everyone immediately fell in love with me.
I am a little reserved and like to take my time settling in and getting to know everyone, but once I do I love to be pet and fussed over! I am really smart and know some basic commands like sit, and lay down. Come by and meet me and see for yourself and maybe take me home while your at it! I would do best in a home with children 12 and up who can respect my space.
To learn more about me or other animals waiting for homes, please come visit our shelter at 4 Paws Lane in Gloucester or check us out online at www.capeannanimalaid.org.