Schooner Fest/Labor Day fireworks illuminating Gloucester Harbor and the night sky.
BEAUTIFUL SCHOONER FEST FIREWORKS LIGHT UP THE NIGHT SKY
Sunday’s parade of Sails from The Lady Jillian
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.
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Massachusetts Cultural Council announces new cultural district funding: Gloucester eligible for $10,000
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.
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Primary Election Day Tuesday
Do not forget that Tuesday September 4, 2018 is election day. Get out and vote.
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Schooners on Parade. This is Gloucester.
Yesterday’s Parade of Sails was tremendous. A bustling harbor was out in full force to admire the schooners, but we were lucky enough to get close to a few of them. Ironically, the wind in their sails was breathtaking.
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Serendipitous Sunset
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.
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2018 Gloucester Schoonerfest Video and Photos Aboard The Thomas E Lannon From Dwight Hebert
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Book Signing Celebration Illustrated children’s book, “Let’s Go, Animal Tracks in the Snow”.
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
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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.
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Crowfest September 22, 2018
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GloucesterCast 295 With Traci Thayne Corbett, Ken Reihl and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 9/2/18
GloucesterCast 295 With Traci Thayne Corbett, Ken Reihl and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 9/2/18
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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
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BREAKING: GLOUCESTER SCHOONER FESTIVAL 2018 RACE RESULTS
Mayor’s Race Large Schooner: Adventure
Columbia Trophy: Columbia
Medium Schooner: Tree of Life
Medium Schooner with a Marconi-rig: Brilliant
Small Schooner: Malibar
Small Schooner with a Marconi-rig: Blackbird
Amanda Maderia Award for the George Nichols Cup for Women Skippers: Hindu
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CAPTAINS AND CREW SCHOONER FESTIVAL BREAKFAST AT THE GLOUCESTER HOUSE
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
Host Lenny Linquata and Captain Tom
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SPLENDID SCHOONER FEST FIREWORKS
Saturday night’s Schooner Fest fireworks display from Stage Fort Park was beautiful. They’ll be time tomorrow to sort through the photos and in the meantime, here is preview. 
Outstanding!
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What fun on Saturday on The Lannon and walking around the Schooners
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Oh what a way to spend a Sunday morning
Parade of Sails, more photos to come
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Rockport Fire Department responds to Long Beach cottage 🔥 fire smoke call
Area residents murmuring that the smoke is possibly due to a refrigerator electrical fire. Rockport firefighters are assessing the situation on the ground. Simultaneous scene of spectators and beachgoers
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It is all about the light
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Parade of Sails spotters and sportscasters as classic as Red Sox announcers!
Gorgeous morning brings big crowds to the boulevard for Gloucester 34th Annual Schooner Festival Parade of Sails. Color announcing is always excellent Photo Left to right: Laura with blue phone- assuming husband Jim spotting and calling in- major intel and committee work from both; Daisy Nell-great musician, singer, author and maritime gloucester historian – no wonder her color is so crisp and clear; and Mike Costello, former Cape Ann Chamber Pres. and co founder pushing event to Labor Day weekend. The city, Schooner Festival committee and sponsors do a remarkable job! Look for 1623 Studio broadcast (Cape Ann TV)- will add link here when available
Jim and Laura at last year Mayor’s Reception
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Fishing Schooner Columbia launch 1923 then and now
Columbia was designed by Starling Burgess. Shown here under construction at the Essex boat yard (Arthur Dana Story ship yard), launched, and sailing to Gloucester 1923. Leslie Jones photographs, from glass negatives Boston Public Library collection. It sank in 1946.
The new Columbia is participating in the Gloucester Schooner Festival 2018 – download the fantastic program here- handy information about each boat and all the special events
2018 Gloucester Schooner Festival Parade of Sails – Columbia
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About to see the parade of sails on the Lady jillian
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