In the middle of all those schooners, we also caught three of the Wicked Tuna boats leaving the harbor. Hot Tuna, Wicked Pissah, and Tuna.com were all headed out.
Good luck, guys!



My View of Life on the Dock
In the middle of all those schooners, we also caught three of the Wicked Tuna boats leaving the harbor. Hot Tuna, Wicked Pissah, and Tuna.com were all headed out.
Good luck, guys!



I’ll admit these startled me a little at first, so I guess they are doing their job.



They even have intimidating claws!





Beginners Yoga Series: 6 week series every Tuesday from 5-6PM September 4-October 9, 2018 $60 for six weeks or $15/drop in.
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With 29 schooners participating and a three day stretch of perfect weather, the 34th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival was a magnificent success. Congratulations to all the schooners, to the captains, crew, festival committee members, and to all the volunteers and organizations who make possible this most stellar of maritime sailing events.
Captain Amanda Madiera was honored with a trophy to be given annually in her name: The “Amanda Maderia Award for the George Nichols Cup for Women Skippers.”
GLOUCESTER SCHOONER FESTIVAL 2018 RACE RESULTS
Thank you to the Schooner Committee for organizing this amazing and fun event. We watched the Parade of Sails from Lady Jillian, a great way to see all the schooners.

Announcement from the Massachusetts Cultural Council:
“Some good news to share: As the Mass Cultural Council (MCC) allocation was increased this year we are able to provide financial support to all the designated cultural districts for Fiscal Year 2019. Each district is eligible to receive a grant of up to $5,000 based on the submission of a plan of action and budget outlining the use of funds. The use of funds must be in line with the goals of the cultural district initiative…(such as) fees for professional consultants; hiring staff to manage or coordinate district activities; marketing and promotion of district activities and events; and fees connected to new cultural programs. Grant funds cannot be used for capital improvement projects or non-arts related activities…We are very delighted to be able to offer this small investment to support your work.”
Gloucester is eligible to apply for up to $10,000 because the city features two cultural districts: Rocky Neck and downtown. The application will be LIVE this week, due October, and awarded December.
Do not forget that Tuesday September 4, 2018 is election day. Get out and vote.
My sister was here visiting recently, and we found ourselves admiring the beauty of Our Lady of Good Voyage church. As we were getting into the car intending to hunt for some sunset photos, a gentleman approached us to offer to share his view of Gloucester harbor at sunset. We gave it careful consideration and took him up on his generous offer.
Our new friend, Bob, was not kidding around about the spectacular view. Although the sunset that evening was hazy, his hospitality was anything but! Our hesitance was rewarded with great conversation and new friendship. It’s always wonderful to meet new people and share stories. Thank you Bob for sharing your home and mostly for just being a nice guy! I hope we meet again.



Book Signing Celebration
What: Illustrated children’s book, “Let’s Go, Animal Tracks in the Snow”. Award
winning entry in the past year’s Cape Ann Reads contest, written by Diane Polley
of Essex and beautifully illustrated by Marion Hall of Manchester. This sweet
book encourages children and their families to use their imaginations and
explore the natural world right outside their door.
When: Saturday September 8
th
anytime between 11:30-1:30
Where: Cape Ann Community Cinema 21 Main St, Gloucester
Free family friendly event . Meet Diane Polley, author and Marion Hall,
illustrator, who will be signing and selling copies of their book. (discounted
price at this event)
Light refreshments, activities for the kids and something special to watch on the
big screen as well.

GloucesterCast 295 With Traci Thayne Corbett, Ken Reihl and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 9/2/18
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Topics Include:
Cape Ann Community Cinema Listings are always stickied in the GMG Calendar at the top of the blog or you can click here to go directly to the website
Rudder Closed For The Season
Cape Ann Low License Plate Auction www.lovecapeann.com
Sept 5th Businesswomen’s Mixer at Captain Carlos
Businesswomen’s Luncheon with Nancy Frates
Business after Hours At Bravo Pizza In Manchester
$25,000 Game
Clamfest August 20th
Cape Ann Plein Air Columbus Day Week
Back to School After School Programs
Slime Night September 28th
Thanks Susan Lipsett For making us Kouign Amann
Check Out My Auxiliary Sites-
Captain Heath Ellis and crew of the Schooner Thomas E. Lannon
Hosted by the Schooner Festival Committee and Lenny Linquata of the Gloucester House Restaurant, the schooner fest captains and crew members were treated to a delicious and hardy breakfast this morning. Originally offered for a modest price, a rousing cheer was heard when it was announced breakfast was courtesy of the Schooner Festival Committee!
Thanks to the Schooner Festival Committee and to all the volunteers for all they do to bring this glorious event to Gloucester!
Schooner Lynx Captains Alex and Donald Peacock, Captain Tom Ellis, Mike Costello, and Schooner Committee Chairperson Daisy Nell