View from my husband’s seat on a passenger flight landing in CA.
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Cadet of the Year
The Gloucester David G. Ouellet Division of the US Naval Sea Cadets joined with other divisions at the Commandant’s House at the Charlestown Naval Shipyard on Sunday. They worked to support Toys for Tots and were in attendance for the awarding of “Cadet of the Year.”
This year the Navy League of the United States Massachusetts Bay Council recognized the selection of Petty Officer Ryan Litch as the Sea Cadet of the Year.
As the parent of a ten-year old League Cadet who is just beginning his journey with this incredible group of individuals, I am thrilled that Thatcher has a role model as dedicated, well-rounded, confident, and kind as LPO Litch. Litch and the other senior members of the Gloucester Sea Cadets not only guide, help, and teach the younger recruits and cadets, but they give them positive examples to emulate. No doubt it was very motivational for them to watch him being recognized in such a special way.
Congratulations to Petty Officer Litch and his family on this accomplishment. There are great things ahead for sure.
The Christmas Tree lighting on the USS Constitution culminated the days’ activities and was a really special event.
We are very appreciative to all of the dedicated and decorated staff, instructors, and volunteers who make this organization such a positive experience for the cadets.
First four photos courtesy of Christine Litch
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Create & Escape Sip, Shop Holiday Sea Glass Party at Beauport Hotel
55 Commercial St, Gloucester, MA 01930
Thursday, December 7, 2017 6:30 – 9:30
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TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR BUOY PAINTING AND LOBSTER TRAP TREE LIGHTING SCHEDULE
LAST DAY FOR BUOY PAINTING!
O’ Maley Middle School: Wednesday – 12/6 – 3:30-5:00pm
Open Day for Everyone: Wednesday – 12/6 – 3:30-5:00pm
Manchester/Essex Elementary: Wednesday – 12/6 – 3:30-5:00pm
Lobster Trap Tree Lighting and Party at Art Haven After
December 9th, 4:30 pm, Main St at Lobster Trap Tree
Buoy Auction
January 26, 5-8pm, Cruiseport
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This one we are particularly proud of!
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Foster’s Grill Store Celebrating #GloucesterMA Ladies Night With Refreshments and Special Offers
@fosters_grill_store ・・・
Where are my Ladies at?!?!? Join us this Thursday for refreshments and special deals for you!!!! ALL DAY LONG!
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What’s Happening at Sawyer Free Library in December 2017
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Wobsta
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MAYOR SEFATIA AND TONNO’S ANTHONY CATURANO SUGO VS. GRAVY GREAT COOK-OFF ROUND TWO!
Warren Waugh, Mayor Sefatia, Karen Hanson
Mayor Sefatia and her team, Chef Anthony Caturano and the Tonno staff, and Warren Waugh with Cidalia Schwartz and the Lyon-Waugh Auto Group team brought the community together for a fabulous lunch of the Mayor’s “sugo” versus the Chef’s “gravy.” The luncheon included steaming bowls of polenta and sausage with gravy versus homemade pasta and meatballs dressed with sugo. Both were wonderfully delicious! Tori Amos and Brian King provided lovely background music and Scottie Mac was the DJ.
Sadly, the day’s event took place without Anthony’s presence. His sister Christina Caturano Ryan passed away from breast cancer several days ago. She was only forty one and left two young children. Anthony was attending Christina’s funeral today. Despite her tragic death, Anthony insisted that the fundraiser take place. His team did a phenomenal job. The staff donated their time and all funds raised goes to the care of cancer patients. We wish to offer our most heartfelt condolences to Anthony.
Hernan, Aaron, and Neal
Tremendous shout out to the Tonno staff for donating their time today. They are: Chef Neal Maver, AAron Budak, Hernan Castro, Toni Armstrong, Frank DiMercurio, and Bryan Testaverde.
And the winner is … Lots more Instagrams here ~ Continue reading “MAYOR SEFATIA AND TONNO’S ANTHONY CATURANO SUGO VS. GRAVY GREAT COOK-OFF ROUND TWO!”
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#GloucesterMA State Fish Pier #beautifulindustry #commercialfishing
This morning from the dock.
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Meet the Crossfit Cape Ann Coaches!
Our coaches run every class as a teacher, a resource for questions, a motivator, a support system, and a safety supervisor. Our coaches are responsible for ensuring that your form is correct and that the exercise volume and load is adjusted to your current fitness level. Sometimes they may give you a nudge if needed to push it little more and other times they may encourage you to slow down. Beyond that, our coaches make themselves available to meet with our current members to discuss realistic goals, nutrition and to help them establish positive lifestyle practices. Our coaching staff is truly the best around!
Interested in learning more about them? https://crossfitcapeann.com/staff/
Looking for more information on Crossfit Cape Ann? https://crossfitcapeann.com/
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Path Of Least Resistance
Shot on Kodak Tri-X 400 film.
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Dusk at White Beach
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Splash over on the blvd
Donna Ardizzoni / Circle Consulting Group 978-526-9222
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Salmon On The @WeberGrills Smokey Joe
I’m gonna go out on a limb here and say there is no easier to prepare and cook on a kettle food that scores more impress points than salmon.
Literally a half a chimney of charcoal on one side, you spray the salmon with olive oil, hit it with salt, pepper and whatever other seasonings you might like and you place it offset the coals til it hits 150 degrees internal temp.
So easy, so sensational. For the brothers out there- you got a date with a special lady? Hit ’em up with this recipe, it’s a panty dropper for sure.
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North Channel Cleanup At Gordon Thomas Park
This clean up is hosted by Cape Ann Maritime Partnership,
This Saturday we have an opportunity to make an impact against marine debris by cleaning it up. Join Cape Ann Maritime Partnership in our effort to clean Gloucester Harbor at 0:930 (low tide). We also want to caution everyone that the rocks will be slippery and to bring gloves.
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Gloucester Smiles-804
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Delicious Breakfast at the New River View Dining Room at Cape Ann’s Marina Resort
Eight of us had an unbelievable breakfast at Cape Ann’s Marina Resort a couple of Sundays ago. We enjoyed many outdoor Sunday brunches on the Bridge Deck this summer, but now that the weather has turned and winter is here, it was time to move inside. The new River View dining room has undergone some really fabulous renovations and is a beautiful, bright, and sunny space. I took a few photos of the new, long and spacious room (particularly the brand new waterfront bar) but I hesitate to post them yet as I know that some parts of the renovations were incomplete. They were, at the time, waiting on a new bar top and new stools. Regardless, I was totally impressed and will certainly be going back soon. I look forward to sharing photos of the space soon as well. Definitely check it out!
Check out our breakfast! Yum!
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Road to Success!
Great title and read! Gloucester and Cape Ann in the news thanks to these businesses and Essex National Heritage. Ethan Forman article running in the Gloucester Daily Times, Salem, and more: Road to Success: Scenic Byway Unites Woman Owned Businesses
TOMORROW: award-winning local trail featured 7:30pm Wed December 6 2017 on WCVB-TV Channel 5 CHRONICLE
from August GMG post “Local women retailers and colleagues from Gloucester, Essex, Ipswich and Rowley (#1 Pauline’s Gifts, Gloucester; #2 Essex Bird Shop & Pet Supply, Essex; #3 Sea Meadow Gifts and Gardens, Essex; #4 The Essex Exchange, Essex; #5 Olde Ipswich Shop & Gallery, Ipswich*; #6 AnnTiques, Ipswich; #7 Be Modern, Ipsiwch; #8 Lost Treasures, Rowley; #9 Serendipity at Todd’s Farm, Rowley) met early last spring about working together to market their businesses. These street level shops represent 4 cities and towns, and share a regional ‘Main Street’ – Route 133/1A, part of the gorgeous 90 mile Essex Coastal Scenic Byway.”
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When the moon hits your eye
We drove east from New York to Gloucester last night just as that big beautiful moon was rising. I watched as the bright light guided us back. (Don’t worry, I wasn’t driving!) I guess it’s no surprise I had a hankering for comfort food Italian style upon our arrival back to town. We went to Italianos and had chicken parmesan and antipasta. I was very happy with the marinara which is pretty much what makes chicken parm a success or failure in my book. Jim enjoyed his antipasta with an eggplant dressing. It was a quiet night and the staff was in a festive mood. Simple meal, simple pleasures. Glowing moon, bright Main Street decorations. Win, win, win. Glad to be back. It’s going to be a great week in Glosta!
Good Morning Gloucester 