HOW TO HELP THE CHEPULIS FAMILY, VICTIMS OF A TOTAL LOSS HOUSE FIRE

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LINK TO CHEPULIS FAMILY HOUSE FIRE GO FUND ME PAGE

Bobbi Chepulis single mother of 4 children (3 highshool girls, 1 middle school girl and 1 boy in elementary school) were victims of a fire at their apartment this morning.

Thankfully her and her children are are all ok and safe. However they have lost all their belongings including all clothing. Her son ran out of the house without a jacket and shoes on his feet. They are absolutely desperate for any type of donations including clothes for her and her children.

Please help us raise some funds to try and get their life and belongings back together.  Any help would be greatly appreciated. Every little bit helps.

Gail McCarthy highlights Cape Ann Reads and Cape Ann Art Haven in Gloucester Daily Times

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in the news- Gail McCarthy highlights two family fun events in today’s Gloucester Daily Times

Friday – The annual Cape Ann Art Haven buoy auction is tomorrow night at Cruiseport!

Saturday – The upcoming Cape Ann Reads celebration at Gloucester City Hall is Saturday January 27 from noon to four. Gail’s article includes interviews with the four Library Directors and Mayor Romeo Theken. The color photograph that’s reproduced is a stunning drawing by Kim Smith from one of her children’s picture books, Beauty on the Wing. There’s also a photograph from Alice Gardner’s drawing installation at The Book Store for her published book St. Peter’s Fiesta.  Here’s the link to the article and a clever title design: All Booked Up: Community Reception and Fair Celebrate literature and art for Children by Gail McCarthy, Gloucester Daily Times

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‘’Frank from Gloucester”

Posted on by David B. Cox

We lost one of the great characters of Gloucester a couple of days ago “Frank from Gloucester” passed away. This is the last photo I took of him. I will miss him…he was a great guy and a lot of fun to have around!!! God bless you Frank.

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Nichole’s Picks 1/27 +1/28

Posted on by Nichole S.

Pick #1: Superbowl of Birding 2018

At Joppa Flats in Newburyport, Saturday, January 27th

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Courtesy of Joppa Flats Website

Winter is a wonderful time to bird in northeastern Massachusetts and southeastern New Hampshire. In celebration of this season, the Joppa Flats is hosting the Superbowl of Birding XV on January 27, 2018.

Superbowls I-XIV were great successes with teams of all abilities participating. The challenge is renewed this year, with prizes awarded in ten categories!

This is a unique competition to find the greatest number of species and to earn the greatest number of points based on the rarity of the birds recorded. The Zeiss Joppa Cup is awarded to the team that collects the most points by the end of the specified 12-hour birding day. Strategy and planning are essential in order to win this competition.

Registration

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  • $30 per participant if registered before January 1
  • $35 per participant if registered after January 1
  • $20 for participants 12 and under

Registration fees support refreshments and prizes for the winning teams.

To Register

Please mail the completed registration form with appropriate fee(s) to:

Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA 01950

You may also register by calling 978-462-9998.

Pick #2:  Family Tours at Cape Ann Museum

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Family Tours

SATURDAY, JANUARY 27

1:00 p.m. — 1:45 p.m.Walking Tours, Gallery Tours Youth and Family Programs

A tour for history detectives of all ages! Discover the story of Cape Ann by taking a closer look at 10 objects from paintings to film. End your tour in the Activity Center with hands-on fun and art-making. Recommended for families with children under 12. Free for CAM members and Cape Ann residents or with Museum admission. Children must be accompanied by an adult. To register, call or e-mail Kirsten Vega  at (978) 283-0455 x16 or kirstenvega@capeannmuseum.org.

Pick #3: Alastair Moock & Friends Winter Doldrums

Head to the Cabot and enjoy Alastair Moock and Friends.

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Twenty years into his performing career, Alastair Moock has managed to carve out a unique niche for himself. He is a songwriter committed to celebrating the roots of American music while knocking down the walls between different audiences, genres and musical traditions. Today, his audiences range from adults to preschoolers, and he plays everything from theaters to nightclubs to schoolrooms. Like his boyhood hero, Woody Guthrie, Moock believes in the power of music to reach all people — young and old, far and wide.

Moock started performing in 1995, moving from his home outside New York City to the folk haven of Boston. After working his way up through the local coffeehouse and club circuit, he began touring the U.S. and Europe, eventually graduating to renowned events like the Newport Folk Festival and Norway’s Bergen Music Fest. In 2007 Moock was nominated for a Boston Music Award for Outstanding Singer-Songwriter of the Year. The Boston Globe called him “one of the town’s best and most adventurous songwriters” and The Washington Post declared “every song a gem.” …..   visit this site to read more

As always, for a comprehensive list of family activities, please visit our friends at North Shore Kid

Update: Got An Old Phone Activated. Lost My Phone Overboard

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

I’ll be going to the sprint store as soon as it opens to get it replaced this morning.

ARGHHHHHHHHHHHHH

So if anyone needs me send a comment here or facebook message or email.

-Joey

Preventing the Flu

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Karen Pischke BSN, RN's avatarCape Ann Wellness

Promoting Optimal Wellness for Mind, Body and Spirit

How to Prevent the Flu – Important information from the Centers  of Disease Control (CDC ) on flu prevention:

1. Avoid close contact.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.

2. Stay home when you are sick.

If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. This will help prevent spreading your illness to others.

3. Cover your mouth and nose.

Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.

4. Clean your hands.

Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.

5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.

Germs are often spread when…

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SNOWY OWL BUBO HAS A BOOBOO -By Kim Smith

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Although Bubo appears to have an injury surrounding his left eye, it did not seem to affect his ability to see. I sent a photo yesterday to Erinn Whitmore and both she and Jodi Swenson confirmed that he’s probably okay at this point.

This afternoon he flew into Hedwig’s territoy, which had been hers all day, and after an aerial battle took place, he claimed her rock. I don’t know if it’s the light but Bubo’s eye does not look any better today. The crows and seagulls are vicious and unrelenting towards the Snowies, other raptors don’t want them in their territory, and they are battling each other–it’s easy to understand how an eye could become injured. Posting photos tomorrow of the Snowy battle.

Comparing right eye versus left eye.

More sunset photos from Sunday

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

During halftime on Sunday, ran down to the Pier to catch the sunset.  The beautiful sky was a sign of a great Pats win. Also it helped calm my nerves.

Wednesdays with Fly Amero ~ Tonights special guest: Chick Marston! 7pm 1.24.

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Dinner Specials Each Week!
Wednesday, January 24th – 7pm
My Musical Guest: CHICK MARSTON!

American folk blues master, Chick Marston comes back to
do it all over again. Simple and to the point, Chick’s perfect
sense of time and rhythm brings us into a world shared by
true legends such as Doc Watson, Jelly Roll Morton, Merle
Travis, Leadbelly and so many, many more. All should
drop by whenever Mr. Marston is in the house, and… if you
happen to be a musician, well, bring a big notepad. ~ Fly
Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
The Rhumb Line Kitchen……now features Janet Brown with some new and healthy ideas!
Plus a fine, affordable wine menu!
Upcoming…
1/31 – Lynne Taylor

2/7 – Inge Berge

Visit: http://www.therhumbline.com/
Looking forward……to seeing you there 🙂

When the Students Become the Teachers

Posted on by Nichole S.

Cape Ann Youth Hockey would like to extend A big THANK YOU to Coach Geary and the Gloucester High School hockey team for spending their Saturday morning with the Learn to Skate crew.

What a great experience for the skaters,  both young and old.  Many of those same Gloucester Fisherman started pushing milk crates around in that very same program!  How special for them to return and share their time and talents with this year’s youngest skaters as they gain confidence and skill.  No doubt those young skaters will remember it for a long time to come!

These photos are courtesy of Dawn Enos.  She caught some really special moments.  Check out Cape Ann Youth Hockey’s Facebook page for even more photos.

 

East Gloucester Elementary WINTER CARNIVAL

Posted on by Nichole S.

East Gloucester Elementary School is presenting their 1st Annual Winter Carnival!

THIS SATURDAY, January 27th 10:00-2:00.

The fun will include Crafts, Games, Prizes, Raffles, Food, Face Painting, Bake Sale, and a Cake Walk.

All Ages Welcome!

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